Exporting Disabled Users to a CSV File Using PowerShell

Export All Disabled Users from Active Directory

For exporting all disabled users from Active Directory, run PowerShell as an administrator. Use the script designed for this method, which will gather all disabled user accounts and export the data directly to a CSV file. Ensure to create a temp folder on the C: drive or adjust the script's path to the desired location before executing the script.

Export Disabled Users from a Specific Organizational Unit (OU)

If you need to export disabled users from a particular OU, use the second method in the PowerShell script. Running the script with administrative privileges, it will filter the disabled users within the specified OU and export their information into a CSV file that will be saved in the predefined temp folder on the C: drive.

Export Disabled Users from a Specific Security Group

To export disabled users who are members of a specific security group, utilize the third method provided by the PowerShell script. As with the other methods, ensure you execute PowerShell with administrative rights. The script will export the data of disabled users in the chosen group to a CSV file in the temp folder on the C: drive.

Regardless of the method chosen, it's important to handle exceptions properly. Implement try-catch blocks within the script to manage any potential errors that may occur during the export process. This ensures a smooth and reliable operation, capturing any issues without disrupting the entire export task.

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Common Use Cases

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  Disable AD user accounts for security
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  Maintain the security of an IT environment
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  Delete disabled user accounts in a timely fashion
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  Prevent attackers from accessing the IT environment
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  Find disabled user accounts in Active Directory

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I export disabled users from Active Directory using PowerShell?

Run PowerShell as an administrator, create a temp folder in the C: drive, use the Get-ADUser cmdlet with the -Filter parameter to get only disabled users, specify the user properties to display with the -Properties parameter, select the properties with the Select-Object cmdlet, and export the data to a CSV file.

Can I filter out only disabled users when exporting using PowerShell?

Yes, use the -Filter parameter with the Get-ADUser cmdlet and the -eq parameter with the Enabled property to filter for disabled users.

What properties of disabled users are exported to the CSV file?

The properties exported include the user's Id, DisplayName, UserPrincipalName, Mail, UserType, and AccountEnabled status.

Where is the CSV file containing the exported disabled users saved?

The CSV file is saved in the C:temp folder.

How can I view the exported CSV file of disabled users?

Open the CSV file using Microsoft Excel.