How to Use New-AzRedisEnterpriseCacheAccessKey in PowerShell for Windows

Introduction: In this article, we will explore the usage of the New-AzRedisEnterpriseCacheAccessKey cmdlet in PowerShell for Windows. Redis Enterprise Cache is a powerful caching solution that can be used to improve the performance and scalability of applications. By understanding how to use the New-AzRedisEnterpriseCacheAccessKey cmdlet, Windows users can easily manage and secure their Redis Enterprise Cache instances.

Examples: To use the New-AzRedisEnterpriseCacheAccessKey cmdlet in PowerShell for Windows, follow these steps:

1. Install the Azure PowerShell module:

   • Open a PowerShell console with administrative privileges.
   • Run the following command to install the Azure PowerShell module:

     Install-Module -Name Az -AllowClobber -Scope CurrentUser

2. Connect to your Azure account:

   • Run the following command to sign in to your Azure account:

     Connect-AzAccount

3. Create a new Redis Enterprise Cache instance:

   • Run the following command to create a new Redis Enterprise Cache instance:

     $resourceGroupName = "YourResourceGroupName"
     $cacheName = "YourCacheName"
     $location = "YourLocation"
     $skuName = "YourSkuName"
     
     New-AzRedisEnterpriseCache -ResourceGroupName $resourceGroupName -Name $cacheName -Location $location -SkuName $skuName

4. Retrieve the access key for the Redis Enterprise Cache instance:

   • Run the following command to retrieve the access key for the Redis Enterprise Cache instance:

     $accessKey = New-AzRedisEnterpriseCacheAccessKey -ResourceGroupName $resourceGroupName -Name $cacheName
     
     Write-Host "Access Key: $($accessKey.PrimaryKey)"

   The access key will be displayed in the console.

Conclusion: In this article, we have learned how to use the New-AzRedisEnterpriseCacheAccessKey cmdlet in PowerShell for Windows. By following the provided examples, Windows users can easily create Redis Enterprise Cache instances and retrieve their access keys. This knowledge is crucial for managing and securing Redis Enterprise Cache instances effectively.