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Get-CimInstance — Export results to CSV

Export returned objects to a CSV file for reporting. Base task: Query operating system information through CIM.

Copy-ready commandGet-CimInstance — Export results to CSV
Get-CimInstance Win32_OperatingSystem | Export-Csv -Path .\command-results.csv -NoTypeInformation

Requirements and permissions

Requirements
Windows PowerShell 5.1 or PowerShell 7
Permissions
Varies by command
Last reviewed
2026-08-01

Examples

Export results to CSV

Export returned objects to a CSV file for reporting.

Get-CimInstance Win32_OperatingSystem | Export-Csv -Path .\command-results.csv -NoTypeInformation

Common errors

Command or option not supported

Confirm the installed platform version supports the base command and the added output or wrapper option.

Access denied or insufficient privileges

Run with the administrative role or delegated permission required by the underlying command.