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Overview

The "Get Windows Services" operation under the "Device" resource in this node allows users to retrieve information about the Windows services installed on a specific device managed via the NinjaOne platform. This is useful for IT administrators and support teams who want to audit, monitor, or troubleshoot services running on endpoints remotely.

Typical use cases include:

  • Auditing service configurations across multiple devices.
  • Checking if critical services are running or stopped.
  • Gathering data for compliance or security assessments.
  • Automating reports on service status for maintenance windows.

For example, an IT admin could use this node to fetch all Windows services on a device before applying updates or changes, ensuring that necessary services are operational.

Properties

Name Meaning
Device ID The unique identifier of the device from which to retrieve Windows services. This is a required string input.

Output

The node outputs JSON data containing details about the Windows services on the specified device. Each item in the output typically represents a single Windows service with properties such as service name, display name, status, startup type, and possibly other metadata related to the service configuration and state.

No binary data output is indicated for this operation.

Dependencies

  • Requires an active connection to the NinjaOne API using OAuth2 authentication (an API key credential).
  • The base URL for the API can be configured but defaults to https://api.ninjaone.com.
  • Proper permissions on the NinjaOne account to access device details and Windows services data.

Troubleshooting

  • Invalid Device ID: If the provided device ID does not exist or is incorrect, the node will likely return an error or empty results. Verify the device ID is correct and accessible.
  • Authentication Errors: Ensure the API credentials are valid and have not expired. Authentication failures will prevent data retrieval.
  • API Rate Limits: Excessive requests may trigger rate limiting by the NinjaOne API. Implement retries or backoff strategies if needed.
  • Network Issues: Connectivity problems between n8n and the NinjaOne API endpoint can cause timeouts or errors.
  • Insufficient Permissions: The authenticated user must have rights to view device and service information; otherwise, access will be denied.

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