WMI Explorer 2.0 is now on Codeplex!
When I worked in support, I troubleshot WMI quite bit using many tools. One tool I still keep my eye on with regards to ongoing development was – and still is – the WMI Explorer utility. I am happy to report a new version of an excellent troubleshooting tool for WMI is now available:
WMI Explorer 2.0 is now available for download:
Requirements:
Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0 Full or .NET Framework 4.5.1
Minimum display resolution: 1024×768
Administrator rights to view some WMI objects
(Optional) Internet access for automatic update check
This is a very intuitive tool for visually troubleshooting WMI issues. It gives you a direct view into the WMI namespace.
New Features include:
New: Asynchronous mode for enumeration of classes and instances in the background.
New: Method execution.
New: SMS (System Center Configuration Manager) Mode.
New: Property tab showing properties of selected class.
New: Input & Output parameter information in Methods tab with Help information.
New: List View output mode for Query Results.
New: Update Notifications when a new version of WMI Explorer is available.
New: Connect to multiple computers at the same time.
New: Quick Filter for Classes and Instances.
New: User Preferences.
New: View WMI Provider Process Information.
Improved: UI display on higher scaling levels and resolution.
Improved: Connect As option to provide alternate credentials.
Improved: Display of embedded object names in Property Grid.
NOTE: This is not an official Microsoft tool, and is available “AS IS” with NO support.