A user asked about the availability of the audit log in DEX. It was confirmed that the VDI & Daas audit log can be found in the top right settings by selecting "VDI & Daas". It was also mentioned that an effort will be made to bring all audit logs together in DEX. The most central audit log will require effort from multiple pieces and will not be available before April. The user thanked Wouter for the information.
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Physical Desktops Related Training & Support Archives
Physical Desktops training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
Changes in Edge DX plugin configuration for IGEL OS 12
A discussion took place about Edge DX plugin for IGEL OS 12 and documentation showing changes from previous versions. A screenshot was shared to show the difference in configuration fields. The user opens a support ticket and plans to upgrade their UMS to test further. A question is raised about the icon for the plugin.
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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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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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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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Building a Sentiment Survey with ControlUp
A user was building a sentiment survey and wanted to target a specific user group in AD. However, the picker did not show the desired group. A feature that allows for saving drafts was also mentioned. The team discussed upcoming updates that would address these concerns and potentially provide early access to the new version. The surveys are delivered through the Edge DX Agent to the endpoint and the listed AD groups are based on users who have logged into the machines. A team member offered to add the user to the beta for Sentiment V2. If interested, the user can send their contact details and tenant information.
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ControlUp Enrich and Intune: A Powerful Pairing for Remote Management
The discussion in the ControlUp Slack channel focused on the ControlUP Enrich browser plugin and its effectiveness in managing Intune devices. The plugin may require some time to build up data, but overall it has been a useful tool in managing devices. However, there have been issues with matching device names between Intune and ControlUP. The group plans to address this issue and continue to advocate for better management tools.
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Troubleshooting High Peak User Input Delays in ControlUp
A user asked for recommendations to diagnose high Peak User Input Delays. Another user suggested zooming in on the time of the delay and checking memory usage. They also shared how to find information on what application is slow to respond to user input. The discussion then focused on how to identify the cause of a slow application, often due to resource constraints. The team provided examples, such as MMCexe processing event logs, and suggested that more resources may not always solve the issue.
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