A user asked about the meaning of "OpsWebSocket Connected in Device Events" in the macOS agent. Another member explained that it indicates a websocket connection to the ControlUp backend, necessary for features like remote control. A thank-you message was also included.
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ControlUp for Desktops Training & Support Archives
ControlUp for Desktops (Edge-DX) training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
Troubleshooting Remote Shell Issues with ControlUp
A user is experiencing issues with remote shell on a PC - sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. ControlUp suggests checking for consistency, like connectivity issues or blocked websockets. The user also mentions installing Edge DX agent on one PC, wondering if this may cause a delay in remote shell functionality. They are instructed to check the devices event log within Edge DX.
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Troubleshooting Data Storage Issues with PowerShell Script in ControlUp
A user had trouble with a powershell script not storing data in the data index on a specific device, but with the help of another user's input, the issue was resolved. The correct script with a dummy key value, JSON format and dummy key field name can be found in the discussion.
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Generating Reports on GPO Application with ControlUp
A discussion about a new GPO led to the suggestion of creating a report on devices that have received the GPO using ControlUp and scraping the output of the gpresult command. Information on how to do this can be found in a recent ControlUp blog post. A script was also provided for converting the output to json and generating a report. A link to the post and the script was included.
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Python Support and File Transfer on ControlUp
One user asked if Python will be added to the windows script list on ControlUp. Another user suggested using Powershell to call the Python script. A third user mentioned using Invoke-Webrequest or copying the script itself in the script window for file transfer. Another user suggested using a PS1 script that encapsulates the python script and checking if python is installed, and installing it if necessary. They also mentioned hurdles with file transfer and suggested a feature request for blob storage. Overall, Python support on ControlUp is not currently on the roadmap.
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Efficient Deployment Strategies for ControlUp Users
Members of the ControlUp team discussed how to handle deployment scripts requiring an install file or certificate. Suggestions included using a shared location or a platform such as MS Intune/SCCM, although issues with Edge DX were noted. Another option would be to manually install through remote control, but automation is preferred. Some members have found success with using workarounds involving Google Drive and PowerShell scripts.
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Using x11vnc for Remote Control on Linux within ControlUp
The use of x11vnc for remote control on Linux devices is discussed. The team members mention that the requirement has always been present and that it is necessary to have outbound communication. The script for x11vnc installation is provided and there is also a link to the documentation.
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Exploring ControlUp’s Built-In Horizon Trigger
A user asked for more information about the built-in Horizon trigger in ControlUp. Another user clarified that it polls metrics related to the health of the Horizon API, which can be found in the Horizon SOAP API Explorer. The trigger has four states and can be found at https://vdc-download.vmware.com/vmwb-repository/dcr-public/3bef9659-5a4d-4d48-a32b-ce82faab6504/9f1e76ea-df1c-47e8-a4a9-bfd7dc671d20/doc/vim25/vim25/Types/th.ConnectionServerHealth.ConnectionServerHealthInfo.html. The original user thanked the others for their help.
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Addressing a Tenable Finding for ControlUp Agent Manager Service at ControlUp
A Tenable finding involving the ControlUp Agent Manager Service was discussed. A new agent manager was built and tested in order to address the issue. A link to the new agent manager was provided, and one member offered to test it out. A user also asked if the permission change was necessary, and the new version of the agent manager showed that the issue was fixed. The agent manager was eventually to be deployed within 24 hours. The Tenable finding was requested to be rerun to confirm if it was resolved.
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Automating Server Reboots for Monitored URLs with Scoutbees and ControlUp API
The discussion revolved around automating the process of rebooting a server that is being monitored using Scoutbees. Various suggestions were made, such as using the API to check alerts on an interval, running a custom hive, and using EdgeDX or RTDX. It was suggested that a user feedback item should be created for this feature. A new version of Scoutbees API was mentioned, which allows for retrieving alerts and writing a script to initiate a server restart based on that. The API can be found at https://api.controlup.com/.
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