A user asked about deploying the ControlUp Windows Agent and if the same install switches used for the Agent Manager would work with the standalone Windows Agent installer. It was clarified that with version control, the agent can be installed through the Agent Manager. The command line works the same with the standalone installer and documentation can be found on the ControlUp website. Version control can help with updating devices at sensitive bandwidth sites. Multiple deployment options are available. Links to documentation were also provided.
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Microsoft Related Training & Support Archives
Microsoft training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
How to Run System-Based and User-Based Scripts in ControlUp
A discussion about running a script in the user context of the currently logged on user, but triggered by a system event. Suggestions were made to use system-based and user-based scripts, with an example of setting and clearing tags using registry values. The issue of user/administrative permissions was discussed.
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Investigating Search Protocol Host Crashes on Win11 24h2 with Enterprise Vault and MS Office Module Issues
A user asked about instances of search protocol host crashing or spawning excessive numbers of processes on win11 24h2 machines, potentially related to an email archiving tool called enterprise vault. Another user mentioned seeing similar crashes with MS Office module mso20win32client.dll and suggested checking for updates to fix the issue. The Nov 2026 fix for Outlook terminating unexpectedly may also help. @member https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/officeupdates/monthly-enterprise-channel#version-2508-october-16
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Understanding Event ID 61003 in ControlUp
A user asked for more documentation on the Event ID 61003, which indicates an unfrozen application. They also inquired about the conditions that trigger this event, comparing it to a mechanism used by Microsoft. Some additional information is provided by another user.
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Issues with 9.1.5.x agent on ServerOS: High CPU Usage for services.exe Process Reported
Multiple members of the company ControlUp are discussing issues with the 9.1.5.x agent on ServerOS (2016-2022). Many are experiencing a high CPU time with the services.exe process. Some members have opened tickets with support to address the issue. The issue has been seen on both non-persistent and persistent VM's. It is recommended to use the details tab in task manager instead of the process page for CPU usage.
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Understanding Windows Event ID 1001 and the BlueScreen Reference
Event ID 1001 in the Windows Application Log could potentially indicate a BlueScreen, but this may not always be the case with Windows 10/11. Windows generates LiveKernelEvent and Event Name: BlueScreen events for crashing drivers and Kernel components, but this does not necessarily mean there was a classic BSOD. This was discovered with the help of AI and information from Microsoft/Gemini. The discussion included helpful contributions from fellow members.
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How to Monitor UAGs for Port Exhaustion in ControlUp
A user is having issues with intermittent connections dropping and was advised to periodically reboot the UAGs due to port exhaustion. Other suggestions and ways to monitor the UAGs for this issue were discussed. There is currently no UAG monitoring available in ControlUp, but it is expected to be added in version 9.2. The discussion also includes a mention of a UAG health check script using the Horizon API, and the upcoming feature of UAG support in version 9.2.
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Collaboration and Suggestions for ControlUp Workflow Scripts
Some users expressed appreciation for recent changes to ControlUp Workflows, and asked where to find a script for Grant Temporary Device Admin Access. @member stated they have the script, and @member offered to review it. They also mentioned an issue with removing a scheduled task, and suggested using a scheduled task in the Workflow instead. The script is given at the end of the input.
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Troubleshooting the Microsoft Copilot+ Readiness Dashboard in ControlUp
The team discussed the availability of the ai_report index in the Microsoft Copilot+ Readiness Dashboard. It was determined that a custom script is needed to populate the index and it can be found under device events. Support may need to be contacted if the script does not run automatically. A new automation and scripting dashboard has been added for more details on script runs.
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Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Signal Timeline in ControlUp for Desktops
A user reports that the Wi-Fi Signal Timeline in ControlUp for Desktops shows "No Wifi" while their device's network section displays it as connected. It is later discovered that a VPN could be the issue, and enabling the Location service may fix it. However, there may also be a fix in the works. Relevant links: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/win32/nativewifi/wi-fi-access-location-changes
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