How to Export User and Password from Active Directory 2012 into CSV: Step by Step Guide

Exporting user accounts and passwords from Active Directory 2012 into a CSV file can be a crucial task, especially for system administrators looking to maintain records or perform data migrations. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you through the process:

1. Launch the Active Directory module for Windows PowerShell.
2. Run the command Import-Module ActiveDirectory to import the Active Directory module.
3. Use the command Get-ADUser -Filter * -Properties * | Select-Object SamAccountName, UserPrincipalName, PasswordLastSet | Export-CSV C:\Path\to\ExportedFile.csv. This command retrieves user information such as SamAccountName, UserPrincipalName, and PasswordLastSet for all users and exports it to a CSV file.
4. After executing the command, you can find the exported CSV file at the specified path.
5. You may need to provide appropriate permissions and ensure that you have the necessary access rights to export user information.

By following these steps, you can successfully export user accounts and selected attributes, including password-related information, from Active Directory 2012 into a CSV file.