Set TimeZone - PowerShell

Overview

Set-TimeZone assigns a specified time zone to the system, changing the display and operation of time-related functions to match the time in that zone. This is particularly useful in geographically dispersed or multi-user environments to ensure accurate timekeeping.

Syntax

Set-TimeZone [-Name] <String> [-Confirm] [-WhatIf] [-ErrorAction <Action>] [-ErrorVariable <String>] [-OutBuffer <Object>] [-OutVariable <String>]

Options/Flags

| Option/Flag | Required | Purpose | Default Value |
|—|—|—|—|
| -Name | Yes | Time zone name to set. | N/A |

Examples

Example 1: Set Time Zone to UTC

Set-TimeZone -Name Coordinated Universal Time

Example 2: Set Time Zone to Pacific Time

Set-TimeZone -Name Pacific Time (US & Canada)

Example 3: Confirm Time Zone Change

Set-TimeZone -Name Eastern Time (US & Canada) -Confirm

Common Issues

• Incorrect Time Zone Name: Ensure the specified time zone name is valid. Use Get-TimeZone to view available options.
• Unauthorized Access: Users may not have sufficient privileges to change the system time zone. Grant necessary permissions to allow the operation.

Integration

Combine Set-TimeZone with:

• Get-TimeZone: To retrieve a list of available time zones.
• New-ScheduledTask: To schedule tasks based on a specific time zone.
• Invoke-WebRequest: To interact with remote servers using the correct time offset.

Related Commands

• Get-TimeZone
• ConvertTo-TimeZone
• ConvertFrom-TimeZone