Steve did a very cool blog post last month about managing hardware that implements standard DMTF profiles (examples: Intel AMT , Broadcom TruManage )

http://blogs.msdn.com/b/wmi/archive/2012/08/08/standards-based-hardware-management-using-powershell.aspx

He has also published a PowerShell module on TechNet script center to help IT Pros. This module has been built on top of new CIM Cmdlets.

http://gallery.technet.microsoft.com/scriptcenter/PowerShell-Out-of-Band-84009c12

Take a look, and send your feedback.

Osama Sajid

Program Manager, WMI