Rename-Computer

CautionRename a computer

Rename-Computer -NewName <name> -Restart

Renames the machine; pass -DomainCredential on domain members. Standard kitting automation.

Examples

Rename-Computer -NewName PC-2F-014 -DomainCredential corp\admin -RestartRename and reboot

Syntax

Rename-Computer -NewName n [-DomainCredential cred] [-Restart]

Before you run it

Needs a reboot; mind references to the old name.

Related commands

hostnameShow computer name
Add-ComputerJoin a domain

The same reference, with no signal at all

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