A user noticed a change in the way a specific alert in ControlUp works, and was unsure of which computers were triggering the alert. Another user shared a script they had made to gather data, which may be helpful in this situation. Suggestions were made, such as adjusting the retrigger delay and modifying the time window, but the issue remains unresolved. The thread also includes code for a script that may assist with gathering data.
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ControlUp Scripts & Triggers Training & Support Archives
ControlUp Script and Trigger training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
Creating an Alert for Windows 11 Upgrades Using SCCM and Event Logs
The members of the ControlUp community discussed creating an alert for when users upgrade to Windows 11, and potential methods to determine this information. There was talk of using SCCM for confirmation, querying event logs, and even using a custom script that was shared in the text. The script was described as an experiment that the user can share if others are interested.
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Episode #12 – Conversation with Niels Kok, Microsoft MVP
Join us for Episode #12 of ControlUp Community Radio, where host Douglas Brown sits down with Niels Kok, a Microsoft MVP engineer with over 12 years of experience in Microsoft Cloud solutions. In this episode, Niels shares his insights into the evolving IT landscape and how automation fits.
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Can end user router information be viewed in ControlUp?
A user inquired about seeing an end user's router information in ControlUp. A team member stated that basic client side metrics may be available, such as IP info and latency, but there are no specific integration points for routers. It was discussed in the past, but deemed too costly and unreliable due to the lack of standards. Some information may be available through scripting. The user was able to retrieve some information, but it was not included in the hardware problems script.
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Troubleshooting ControlUp Scheduled Triggers
A user encountered a problem with a scheduled trigger in ControlUp. They questioned why it executed multiple times and needed advice regarding filtering, as well as the possibility of a timeframe limit. Another user suggested checking if the monitors were all running on time and taking timezones into account.
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Changes in Dex_Score Alerting for Devices in ControlUp
A member of ControlUp inquiries about a change in the alerting for dex_score, as they have been receiving false alarms recently. After further discussion, it is revealed that the device_score is calculated differently and is not stored in any index. The device_status index does include a field for dex_score, but it is used for the Employee Centric Dashboard.
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Thread Thursday: Effective Deployment of the New Teams VDI Optimization Agent
This week's thread was shared by a member who had recently effectively deployed the new Team VDI optimization agent using a PowerShell script.
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Effective Deployment of the New Teams VDI Optimization Agent
A user discussed deploying the New Teams VDI optimization agent successfully with the help of a provided PowerShell script. Another user suggested using the agent for app patch management and version consistency across devices. Custom software scans and deployments were also mentioned.
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ControlUp Rebranding and Monitoring Capabilities for Web Servers
There was a discussion regarding ControlUp's rebranding and monitoring capabilities for web servers. A user asked if the platform has the ability to monitor web servers, graph dependencies, and provide real-time alerts. Another user clarified that while ControlUp does offer synthetic testing for front end connectivity and multi-step flows, it does not offer server back end implemented RUM for web server monitoring. The user mentioned a feature called "dependencies" and another user noted that Scout Bees has a site load test that breaks down page load times and highlights potential issues.
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Episode #10 – Conversation with Yoni Avital, ControlUp Co-founder & COO
Join us in Episode #10 of ControlUp Community Radio, where your host, Douglas Brown, welcomes Yoni Avital, the Co-founder and COO of ControlUp. Yoni and Douglas discuss the exciting changes at ControlUp, the evolving DEX market, and innovations on the horizon.
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