A user asked about deploying the EdgeDX agent to virtual desktops. Others confirmed that it is possible and shared tips for installation, including adding extra settings and checking licensing. The agent can also be installed on non-persistent machines. The licensing system for EdgeDX is per device, and current usage can be seen on the overview dashboard or in the maintenance section of the EdgeDX configuration settings. Links to helpful resources from ControlUp were also shared.
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Physical Desktops Related Training & Support Archives
Physical Desktops training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
Creating Triggers in ControlUp for Outlook Inbox Monitoring
A user inquired about creating a trigger for Outlook Inbox on a server, and received a response suggesting the use of ControlUp to run a script using PowerShell and the Outlook COM Object. The script would then check and report the number of items in the Inbox. An example code was also provided. This solution was provided by Yoni and can be implemented through ControlUp.
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High CPU Usage on macOS Sequoia from CoreAgent – ControlUp Community Discussion and Support
Multiple users reported experiencing high CPU usage on macOS Sequoia from /usr/local/com.controlup.edgedx.agent/Bin/CoreAgent. The issue has been observed on a variety of macOS versions, and restarting the device only temporarily resolves it. A ticket has been opened with CU support, and users are discussing the issue in the community. Some have seen similar issues with earlier agent versions, but it has since been fixed.
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How to Disable Remote Shadow/Control in Edge DX?
A discussion on disabling remote shadow/control in Edge DX took place, with a user finding the necessary setting and another suggesting that device groups can be assigned. It was stated that only tags should be necessary for setting the limitation but the user found they must also use groups.
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How to Remove Devices from EdgeDX Before Maintenance Fall Off Takes Effect
A user asked about removing devices from EdgeDX before the maintenance fall off, due to a hardware refresh causing devices to be listed twice. Others suggested using the register with name flag or selecting and removing the device, and an API endpoint for deleting devices was shared. Someone offered their powershell module and potential ways to track old device names. It was recommended to match on serial numbers.
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Translating Trigger Values in ControlUp Scripts
A user asked about a key to translate the "trigger" values for scripts returned via the edgeDX API. Another user mentioned they have the information and will share it. The answer is found through the use of Github Copilot and AI.
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Finding Solutions for Password Management in ControlUp
A discussion took place on using a PAM product and Edge DX together, with one user mentioning issues with copying and pasting passwords at login and UAC prompts in ControlUp. Another user suggested checking browser clipboard settings, and it was also noted that this issue is a backlog item under review by ControlUp. A UserVoice request was shared for tracking purposes. It was also discussed that using LAPs and an Elevated Cmd session may be potential workarounds. Lastly, an AutoHotKey script was mentioned as a possible solution for a better experience for techs. The cited link can be found at https://support.controlup.com/docs/submit-and-vote-on-feature-requests
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Typo in Direct Download Link for Windows Agent in ControlUp EdgeDX
A user discovered a typo in the Direct Download link for the Windows agent in EdgeDX. While the user was able to pull the correct version by tweaking the URL, they wanted to report the issue. Another user asked for a screenshot for the backend team to address the issue. Further discussion reveals that the recommended option is to use the agent manager instead of directly downloading the agent.
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Troubleshooting Edge DX Conflicts in ControlUp
After cloning a VM but forgetting to remove Edge DX, a user faced conflicts and duplications between Edge and Secure DX. They tried clearing folders and reinstalling, but ultimately resolved the issue by uninstalling, deleting folders, and using the REGISTERWITHNAME=1 switch. The ControlUp Community offers a guide on this process for non-persistent VDI images. After multiple tries, the issue was resolved by deleting from the console, uninstalling locally, and deleting the program data folder. The user noted relief as the issue was finally resolved.
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Troubleshooting Secure DX Install Issues on a Windows Desktop
A user needed help troubleshooting an issue with the Secure DX not installing on a Windows desktop. Another user suggested checking the Device Events tab in Edge DX for any issues running the script. After investigating, the user found an error stating that the Remote Server was unavailable with a code of 503, despite the device being online and pinging.
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