🔧Cheat Sheet: Windows Server Run Commands
Whether you’re managing Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022, or the latest 2025 edition, mastering the Run dialog can save you time and streamline your workflow.
This guide lists all the essential Run commands, MMC consoles, and admin tools you can launch instantly—plus downloadable scripts and a PDF cheat sheet!
📋 Full List of Useful Run Commands for Windows Server
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
| compmgmt.msc | Computer Management |
| services.msc | Services Console |
| diskmgmt.msc | Disk Management |
| eventvwr.msc | Event Viewer |
| taskschd.msc | Task Scheduler |
| gpedit.msc | Group Policy Editor (if available) |
| inetmgr | IIS Manager (if IIS is installed) |
| servermanager | Open Server Manager |
| powershell | Launch PowerShell |
| cmd | Command Prompt |
| control | Open Control Panel |
| regedit | Registry Editor |
| msinfo32 | System Information |
| ncpa.cpl | Network Connections |
| netplwiz | User Account Control |
| shutdown -i | Remote Shutdown Dialog |
| gpupdate /force | Force Group Policy Update |
| sconfig | Server Core Configuration Tool |
📁 Want the whole cheat sheet offline?
Grab the full PDF version here:
🛡️ Pro Tips
- 💡Use
Win + Rto open the Run dialog quickly. - 🧰 These commands work across most editions of Windows Server, including Core editions (with PowerShell or CLI).
- 📂 If a command doesn’t launch, ensure the related role/feature (e.g. IIS, DHCP, DNS) is installed.
Have a favorite shortcut or command I missed? Drop it in the comments!
