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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PowerShell Related Training & Support Archives
PowerShell training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
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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Automating ControlUp Agent Deployment for AVD Images
A user asked for an automation process to deploy the ControlUp agent to a new AVD image every month. Three options were suggested: enabling agent deployment through monitors in the configuration, using the MSI with the master image option, or using the PowerShell module with the master image option. Helpful links were provided for each option.
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How to Set up an Alert for First Time Use Logins on Windows 11
A user asked for help setting up an alert for first time use logins on Windows 11, to present a guided tour and web page. Another user suggested using a ControlUp script to set a flag file to avoid multiple runs. This method was compared to using Citrix login scripts from over 25 years ago. It was also suggested to check the date/time of the flag file for future updates.
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Generate Network Trace PowerShell Script
Enter the power of ControlUp and the Generate Network Trace script, just one of our many out-of-the-box scripts/automation to help you overcome those pesky problems while automating a solution for the future.
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Troubleshooting Missing Installed Apps in ControlUp for Windows Devices
A user was having trouble with a Windows device not reporting any installed apps. Another user suggested using the built-in Powershell script to collect this information, which can be found at C:\ProgramData\Avacee\sip_agent\scripts. It runs once a day, but can also be added as an action and run on demand. The necessary details should not be changed in the script.
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ControlUp Week in Review
We’ve been busy, so I thought it would be wise to update you on what ControlUp has been up to over the past two weeks…. As we’ve been busy…
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How to Create Triggers for MS Defender Endpoint Scripts in ControlUp
A user created a PowerShell script to check if a machine is running MS Defender Endpoint in EDR Block Mode and asked about setting up a trigger for alerts. Another user suggested using event log entries to trigger actions, citing a thread discussing it on the ControlUp Community Slack. The original script is provided in the discussion for reference and the user updates it to address false positive reports. The final version of the script is tested and confirmed to work.
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Troubleshooting a Stopped Trigger in ControlUp
A user is experiencing trouble with a trigger that suddenly stopped working. They shared a screenshot of the trigger and asked for suggestions on how to improve it. Other members chimed in and offered potential solutions, such as checking the trigger's configuration in PowerShell and verifying the versions. A script to test triggers was also suggested. The user has resorted to using a PS script via scheduled task for alerts. They also checked the Web Interface, which reported a server as Not Active even though it was running in SGP. They requested a script to test triggers. They were also asked what the Get-BrokerController showed for those brokers.
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Uninstalling ControlUp Agent Using Powershell
A user asked for guidance on uninstalling an agent from an on-premises architecture using Powershell and CUP version 8.8. The solution suggested by another user was to access the registry at "HKLM:\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\ControlUpAgent" to find the uninstall string and remove the agent. No ControlUp URLs were mentioned.
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