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:

https://wmie.codeplex.com/

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.