PowerShell Scripts Collection

A comprehensive collection of enterprise-grade PowerShell scripts for Windows administration, Azure management, Active Directory operations, and media processing.

?? Repository Structure

?? Azure Extensions Management

Location: Azure-Extensions/

• Manage-AzureArcExtensions.ps1 - Manages Azure Arc-enabled server extensions
  • Reports outdated extensions across resource groups
  • Automated bulk extension updates
  • Comprehensive logging and CSV reporting
  • Supports both Azure CLI and Az.ConnectedMachine module

?? DNS Management

Location: DNS/

• GET-DNSScavengingData.ps1 - DNS scavenging configuration auditing (Domain Controller method)

  • Collects DNS scavenging settings from all Domain Controllers
  • Comprehensive logging with PSLogging module
  • Performance metrics and execution timing

• GET-DNSScavengingData(DNS).ps1 - Enhanced DNS scavenging auditing (Zone/NS method)

  • Zone-based DNS server discovery through NS records
  • Whatif parameter support for analysis mode
  • Advanced error handling and audit trail generation

• PowerShell Script for DNS Scavenging Report.ps1 - DNS scavenging reporting

  • Generates comprehensive DNS scavenging reports
  • CSV export for compliance and analysis
  • Multi-domain controller support

?? Managed Service Accounts (MSA)

Location: MSA/

• Install-sMSA_ADAccount.ps1 - Standalone MSA management

  • Creates and installs standalone Managed Service Accounts
  • Supports Active Directory and Exchange On-Demand Assessment configurations
  • Comprehensive error handling with specific exit codes

• Install-gMSA_ADAccount.ps1 - Group MSA management

  • Creates and manages Group Managed Service Accounts
  • Multi-server support through security group membership
  • KDS Root Key creation and validation

• Update-ScheduledTaskToMSA.ps1 - Task migration to MSA

  • Migrates existing scheduled tasks to use MSA authentication
  • Validates MSA installation and task existence
  • Preserves task settings while updating credentials

• Update-TaskSchedule.ps1 - OMS task scheduling

  • Updates Microsoft Operations Management Suite task triggers
  • Interactive grid-view selection for bulk updates
  • WhatIf mode for safe testing

?? Media Processing

Location: HEVC Conversion/

• StreamShift_1.0.9.ps1 - Video transcoding and optimization
  • Automated HEVC/x265 video conversion
  • Recursive directory scanning and codec detection
  • Container optimization (MP4 to MKV)
  • 20-50% file size reduction with quality preservation

?? Quick Start

Prerequisites

• Windows PowerShell 5.1+ or PowerShell 7+
• Administrative privileges for most scripts
• Appropriate Azure/Active Directory permissions where applicable

Basic Usage

# Clone the repository
git clone <repository-url>
cd Public

# Navigate to desired script category
cd MSA
.\Install-sMSA_ADAccount.ps1 -MSAName "MyServiceAccount"

cd ..\DNS
.\GET-DNSScavengingData.ps1 -Verbose

cd "..\Azure-Extensions"
.\Manage-AzureArcExtensions.ps1 -ResourceGroup "Production-Servers"

?? Features

Common Features Across Scripts

• ? Comprehensive error handling and logging
• ? Verbose output support for troubleshooting
• ? Parameter validation and input verification
• ? Progress tracking and status reporting
• ? CSV export capabilities for reporting
• ? WhatIf support where applicable
• ? Pipeline input support

Security Features

• ?? MSA-based authentication (where applicable)
• ?? Principle of least privilege
• ?? Comprehensive audit trails
• ?? Safe operation modes with validation
• ?? No hardcoded credentials

Enterprise Features

• ?? Bulk operations support
• ?? Network storage compatibility
• ?? Multi-domain/subscription support
• ?? Comprehensive reporting and analytics
• ?? Integration with existing infrastructure

?? Documentation

Each script includes comprehensive PowerShell help documentation:

Get-Help .\ScriptName.ps1 -Full
Get-Help .\ScriptName.ps1 -Examples
Get-Help .\ScriptName.ps1 -Parameter ParameterName

?? Script Categories

Category	Purpose	Key Benefits
Azure Extensions	Azure Arc server management	Automated extension updates, compliance reporting
DNS Management	DNS infrastructure auditing	Scavenging configuration analysis, multi-DC reporting
MSA Management	Service account automation	Enhanced security, automated password management
Media Processing	Video optimization	Storage savings, format standardization

?? Requirements by Category

Azure Scripts

• Azure CLI or Azure PowerShell modules
• Azure subscription with appropriate permissions
• Network connectivity to Azure resources

Active Directory Scripts

• Active Directory PowerShell module
• Domain administrator privileges (for MSA operations)
• Network connectivity to domain controllers

Media Processing Scripts

• FFmpeg and FFprobe executables
• Sufficient storage for processing
• Modern CPU for optimal performance

??? Installation & Setup

1. PowerShell Modules

# Install required modules (run as administrator)
Install-Module Az.ConnectedMachine    # For Azure Arc scripts
Install-Module ActiveDirectory        # For MSA and DNS scripts
Install-Module PSLogging              # For enhanced logging

2. External Tools

• Azure CLI: Download from Microsoft Azure CLI
• FFmpeg: Download from FFmpeg.org or FFBinaries

3. Permissions Setup

• Ensure appropriate Active Directory permissions for MSA operations
• Configure Azure authentication (az login or Connect-AzAccount)
• Verify local administrator rights where required

?? Usage Examples

Azure Arc Extension Management

# Generate extension report
.\Manage-AzureArcExtensions.ps1 -ResourceGroup "Production"

# Update all outdated extensions
.\Manage-AzureArcExtensions.ps1 -ResourceGroup "Production" -Update

DNS Scavenging Analysis

# Collect scavenging data with detailed logging (Domain Controller method)
.\GET-DNSScavengingData.ps1 -Verbose

# Enhanced scavenging data collection (Zone/NS record method)
.\GET-DNSScavengingData\(DNS\).ps1

# Run enhanced script in analysis mode
.\GET-DNSScavengingData\(DNS\).ps1 -Whatif

# Generate comprehensive scavenging report
.\"PowerShell Script for DNS Scavenging Report.ps1"

MSA Deployment

# Create standalone MSA for AD assessment
.\Install-sMSA_ADAccount.ps1 -MSAName "MSA_ADAssess" -AD_ODA

# Create group MSA for multi-server deployment
.\Install-gMSA_ADAccount.ps1 -gMSAName "WebApp_gMSA" -gMSAGroupServers @('Web01$','Web02$')

Video Processing

# Analyze video collection
.\StreamShift_1.0.9.ps1 -InputPath "D:\Videos" -LogOnly

# Convert videos to HEVC
.\StreamShift_1.0.9.ps1 -InputPath "D:\Videos"

?? Contributing

We welcome contributions to improve these scripts! Please follow these guidelines:

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch (git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature)
3. Test your changes thoroughly
4. Update documentation as needed
5. Commit your changes (git commit -m 'Add amazing feature')
6. Push to the branch (git push origin feature/amazing-feature)
7. Open a Pull Request

Contribution Standards

• Follow PowerShell best practices and coding standards
• Include comprehensive help documentation
• Add appropriate error handling and logging
• Test in multiple environments where possible
• Update README.md if adding new scripts

?? License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

?? Disclaimer

This code is provided for demonstration purposes only. It is intended to illustrate concepts and should not be used in production environments without proper review, testing, and validation. The authors and distributors of this code make no warranties regarding its functionality, security, or suitability for any specific use. Use at your own risk.

Always test scripts in a safe environment before deploying to production systems.

?? Contact

For questions, feedback, or support:

• Email: [email protected]
• GitHub: @Frafou

??? Tags

PowerShell Azure Active Directory DNS MSA HEVC Automation Enterprise Windows Administration Video Processing System Administration