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Windows Service → Start
AI-generatedSummary
Start a specific Windows service on a selected device using NinjaOne RMM.
Inputs
- Device (required) — Select the target device where the Windows service runs. You can choose from a searchable list or specify the device ID directly. Supports expressions.
- Service (required) — Select the Windows service to start. You can choose from a searchable list of services on the selected device or specify the service name directly.
Output shape
a single JSON object indicating the success of the start action with fields for deviceId, serviceId, and action
The output confirms the requested start action was sent successfully; it includes the device ID, service identifier (name), and the action performed ('START'). It does not return the status of the service after the action.
Examples
Example 1: Start the 'Spooler' service on a device selected from the list
Set 'Device' by selecting the device from the list. Set 'Service' by selecting the 'Spooler' service from the device's service list. Set operation to 'Start'.