A user was trying to configure SAML login with Azure app registration for two ControlUp DEX tenants; however, the Unique Identifier was the same in both tenants. It was suggested to make the Relying Party Identifier either editable or unique per account. It was further suggested to use the same Azure Application in both DEX organizations settings, however, this would mean giving entry to all tenants. The user was informed that this is not yet possible but will be added to the next year roadmap.
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Microsoft Azure training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
Improved Authentication Method Coming in ControlUp 9.1
A user discussed needing an improved authentication method for the Real Time DX Console, with the preference for Azure OAuth or SAML. This will be included in the 9.1 release, and @member will keep the audience updated when the design is finalized. On-premises users were also mentioned.
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Can ControlUp Monitor Cloud and On-Prem Environments?
A user asked if it was possible to use ControlUp to monitor a cloud environment, especially VMware on GPC. It can be done by using GCVE and a workaround with a datacollector, or by using a dedicated jumpbox in Azure VMware Solution. Control Up SaaS can also be used to monitor both GCP environments and on-prem, with all configuration and historical data stored on ControlUp's backend.
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Error Inviting New User on ControlUp DEX Tenant
The user was having difficulty inviting a new user on their dex tenant. It was suggested that the user should have access to the ControlUp configuration console. However, it was clarified that this is only needed for the VDI and Daas part. The user was advised to open a support ticket to resolve the issue.
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Adding Entra ID Joined Machines to Control Up
It is possible to add Entra ID Joined machines to Control Up with a DNS record or via the Cloud Connection Sync Script, which adds all machines in an Azure subscription. The Universal Sync Script can also be used to synchronize EUC environments. Instructions for both can be found at https://support.controlup.com/.
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Restricting Access to ControlUp DEX Portal
A discussion arose about restricting access to ControlUp's DEX portal, such as with a specific client certificate, IP address or Azure hybrid joined client machine. Using SAML could be a solution as the service provider can deny access if criteria are not met, and IP restrictions are said to be arriving in the early months of 2024. The DEX login method "azure login" does not have further possibilities, but SAML does.
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Restricting Access to the ControlUp DEX Portal
The user asked how to restrict access to the DEX portal - the solution provided is to use the SAML login and configure the service provider to only allow access from certain clients or IP addresses. This can be done with the Azure login option, and IP restrictions are on their way to DEX, estimated to be available in early Q1 2024.
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Troubleshooting AVD Deployment Issues with ControlUp Console
A user asked for suggestions about an AVD deployment issue, where the agent is failing to deploy from the Console on some machines. Solutions such as ensuring Administrative Shares are enabled, and that the account running the ControlUp Console.exe has Administrator permissions on the remote machine were suggested. The Microsoft Troubleshooting page with information on Administrative Shares can be found at https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/windows-server/networking/problems-administrative-shares-missing.
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Does ControlUp Scoutbees Connect to AWS Services?
The user asked if Scoutbees connects to AWS Services. It's hosted in AWS, while Cloud Hives are a mix of Azure and AWS. Network team now logging a change to allow it, with the URL api.scoutbees.io resolving to a specific AWS address.
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Authentication Options for ControlUp Integration with Azure
The user asked about setting up ControlUp integration with Azure and using Certificate Options for authentication. They confirmed that only key/secret authentication is supported at this time.
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