Some users were having issues with using Sscoutbees (HTTP/S Scout) to check certificate expiration on web servers - specifically, it was missing revoked certificates. A potential solution to this issue was suggested by another user, who asked for more details on the output of Scoutbees and whether there may be potential to set up an alert on it. There were also mentions of potential issues after upgrading to v1233 and using predefined Hives or custom Hives. This discussion took place within ControlUp.
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Cloud Computing Related Training & Support Archives
Cloud Computing training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
Setting Up a Trigger for Identifying Unused VMs in ControlUp Focus Discussion.
Several users discussed how to set up a trigger for identifying unused VMs older than 45 days, specifically in relation to the ControlUp environment. Suggestions were given about using the built-in Session Activity report or APIs to identify machines with no recent logins. Some users mentioned testing and recoding scripts for different hypervisors. One user also brought up the issue that not all VMs have a Horizon agent.
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Creating a Citrix Workspace App Versions Report in ControlUp
A user asked how to create a dashboard or report showing Citrix Workspace App versions for end users and possibly trigger notifications for upgrades. @member suggested using the Session Activity report and adding the "Initial Citrix Receiver Version" column to see the client versions used in historical sessions. Other columns can help identify the endpoints with the app installed. A trigger can be used to detect versions and send notifications, and @member or a team member may have more instructions.
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Powershell Cmdlets for Hypervisor Connections in ControlUp
A user was seeking confirmation about the availability of powershell cmdlets for hypervisor connections and received a link to the relevant documentation. The conversation revealed that while cmdlets for cloud connections are available, there is no information about vCenter connections, but further inquiry will be made to see if it will be added in the future.
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Episode #18 – Conversation with Daniel Wedel, CEO and a Senior Consultant at Wedel IT
Tune in to Episode #18 of ControlUp Community Radio, where host Douglas Brown welcomes Daniel Wedel, CEO and Senior Consultant at Wedel IT. Daniel brings over 20 years of experience in End-User Computing (EUC) and shares his insights on the industry's evolution, emphasizing significant improvements in reliability, management, and technology complexity.
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ControlUp on the Road – May 2025!
Below is a list of a few events we will be attending, and we hope you will stop by to meet us and learn about this great thing called ControlUp ONE DEX!
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ControlUp Releases ControlUp for VDI 9.1
This one's a big step forward. Version 9.1 (build 9.1.0.661) significantly modernizes the architecture, focusing on scalability, performance, and real-world flexibility for large enterprises and Managed Service Providers (MSPs).
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Automation for Updating Dock Firmware to Avoid Replacement
The group discusses implementing automation for updating dock firmware in response to hardware issues, avoiding the need for device replacement. A step-by-step process is suggested, along with alternative methods such as hosting the necessary software in a cloud bucket for easy installation. This topic was initiated by a user in the group.
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How to Troubleshoot ControlUp Monitor Script Actions Not Firing
A user encountered an issue with script actions not firing as expected on a ControlUp Moniter. This led to a discussion on potential solutions and troubleshooting steps, including checking the script location and examining monitor logs. The user ultimately decided to look into the issue further when they have access to the customer environment. Troubleshooting steps and suggestions were provided by other members in the Slack discussion.
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Enhancing Intune Integration at ControlUp
Shane mentioned some suggestions for additional CPC Intune Context items, such as provisioning policy, network method, region, scope, policies applied, user settings, and license type. This functionality is currently being developed and is expected to be available in H2-25. There may be a call with the community in April to gather more insight on what users want to see. One large enterprise also requested the ability to block login to DEX Console and only use enrich as an access method for strict location restrictions.
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