A user asked for a script to get a detailed breakdown of folder sizes on virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), and a solution was suggested using Get-FolderSize and Format-Size functions. Another user suggested using treesize CLI, which is freeware, but it was noted that the paid version is needed for the CLI. A script was successful in pulling the list of VDI from ControlUp Monitor. Get-cucomputers was also mentioned as a solution.
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Reporting Related Training & Support Archives
Reporting training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
Improving Reporting in ControlUp: Addressing Skewed Numbers and Adding More Features
Users in a Slack discussion talked about challenges in using the "Reports" section of app.controlup.com, where time frames can be selected. One user pointed out the issue of skewed numbers due to idle times, suggesting a possible feature for defining "hours of the day." Another user suggested finding a solution outside of ControlUp using CSV files and Excel formulas. @member noted a possible upcoming feature for working day and working out in H2/24. The discussion also touched upon the use of "95% percentile" and "sizing recommendations" in multi-session environments. @member also suggested considering memory spikes in recommendations, and ensuring consistent graphics across pools of servers.
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SSO for ControlUp: Covering Multiple Features
A user asked if setting up Single Sign-On (SSO) for Dex would also cover Insights and Solve or if they needed to set up individual SSO for those. Another user responded that SSO through Dex would cover all three and that Insights and Solve would be deprecated in mid-May.
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Troubleshooting Memory Usage with ControlUp
A user asked for assistance with a Citrix server that experienced memory usage spikes, causing the pagefile to fill and lock user profiles. They wanted to know how to identify the cause using ControlUp. It was suggested that they use the Reporting feature to see the top 5 processes using memory at the time of the incident. However, this did not provide the desired information as it could be multiple processes using small amounts of memory rather than one process using a large amount.
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Troubleshooting ControlUp Agent Installations Through the Console
Discussion on installing ControlUp agents through the console. Initially, there was an issue with failed attempts due to ports being blocked and files not being able to be replaced. A support ticket was recommended for further assistance. Later, it was discovered that a permission issue was causing trouble and a specific fix was needed. It was suggested to get on a call for further troubleshooting.
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Understanding Logon Duration in ControlUp: Exploring Factors and Using the Logon Script for Analysis
A user asked for clarification on the difference between logon duration values shown in the ControlUp console and Citrix Analytics Reports. It was suggested to use the logon duration script for more detailed breakdowns of the values and to isolate users and use Promon for specific time stamps. Links to helpful resources were also provided.
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Understanding Protocol Latency: Causes and Implications
Protocol latency is the time taken by a communication protocol to process and transmit data across a network. Factors such as network congestion, distance, protocol overhead, and server processing time can affect latency. This can impact system performance and user experience, making it crucial to reduce protocol latency for real-time applications.
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Performance Issues with ControlUp’s Solve/Dex Feature
Several users have reported that the solve/dex feature on ControlUp is performing slowly, with reports of up to a minute wait time or timeout when trying to display top processes of a terminal server. This issue seems to be dependent on the monitor's pressure, although it has been noted that this is not the case for historical data. Performance on report data is also being affected.
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Troubleshooting Script Issues with “Power On Generic VM” in ControlUp
A user reported encountering an issue with the "Power On Generic VM" script while using ControlUp at a customer's site. Others responded with potential solutions and one user shared their process for releasing scripts on the ControlUp Community Slack channel. The original poster planned to run the script in a trigger on powered off VMs and asked if this would affect permissions. The conversation also delved into the necessary user permissions for scripts that use invoke-cuquery or similar functions and the importance of running as a domain user. A linked to a previous post about releasing scripts on the ControlUp Community Slack channel was also shared.
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ControlUp’s New Streaming Reports Excite Users for Clearer Data and Insights
Users are excited about the new streaming reports from ControlUp, with one user particularly happy about the available data for PVS write cache usage trends. Another user inquires about where to find the report, prompting a discussion about using raw data for creating custom reports and the benefits of having historical data in the streaming reports. There is also mention of rotating reboot schedules and how the raw data can showcase the effects of changes made.
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