This can be done by running the following: With the prior version of PowerCLI uninstalled, it’s time for the install! Online Installation From a Computer with an Internet Connectionįor the online install, start by confirming access to PowerShell Gallery and being able to find the PowerCLI module. It is also worth checking to ensure the “PowerCLI” folder has been removed from the following directory: C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\Infrastructure\ The first step in moving to this new release is to uninstall any prior versions of PowerCLI which may be installed on the system by the old MSI installer, this is needed to move to the new distribution model.
Let’s take a look at how to perform these methods. There are two ways in which you may install PowerCLI with this new method, online and offline. These things include the PowerCLI desktop shortcuts and the User Guide.
This means also means the other items which used to be installed by way of the MSI won’t be installed automatically.
The install is done completely through PowerShell itself using the PowerShell Gallery via PowerShellGet. The first big change, there is no more MSI to perform the install and therefore you don’t download it from the VMware website! PowerCLI being on the PowerShell Gallery means there are some changes that users should be aware of.
You can now install directly from the PowerShell Gallery! This update streamlines the install process in multiple ways and allows module based features which PowerShell users will be used to from other PowerShell based additions. PowerCLI 6.5.1 has been released and in this release we have made some big changes to the way you install and keep up to date with PowerCLI! This update was all based around Microsoft PowerShell deployment models, listening to you, the customer and ensuring we are making the changes to provide the best PowerShell product going forward.Īs of PowerCLI 6.5.1, you no longer have a MSI file to download and install.
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