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Using ControlUp Triggers to Restart VMs with Pending Updates in Citrix

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There is a question about using ControlUp Triggers to restart a VM when the user count reaches 0. There is a trigger set up to check the user session and reboot, but the check pending update condition is not working. It is clarified that the update referred to is for a master/golden image for Citrix. The CVAD pending image update column is suggested as a possible solution. A screenshot is provided for reference.

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Troubleshooting Consistent Processes in ControlUp

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A user has noticed a process running consistently throughout the day and has created some antivirus exclusions. Another user asks if there are many actions running on the devices through ControlUp. The first user says they do not use scripts from ControlUp. No update has been received yet from a support case.

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Clarifying the Redirect Issue in Custom Hive Overview

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Users discussed an issue with Custom Hive Overview where navigating to https://api.scoutbees.io redirected them to a different page. They confirmed that the image was correct and that the redirect was to the documentation page for Scoutbees API, which can now be found at https://api.controlup.io/. They also mentioned that the redirect only occurs when accessing the page through a browser and not through a different connection.

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Troubleshooting a Stopped Trigger in ControlUp

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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

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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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Simplifying RBAC and the Real Time Console

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A user had a question about RBAC and the RT console. They shared their current process - creating folders for each customer server, disabling inheritance, and denying access for all groups except the desired ones. This can be time-consuming and needs to be repeated every time a new group or folder is added. There are plans to simplify this through API's in the future.

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DEX Script Output in ControlUp

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A user started a POC for CU for Desktops and asked if there is a place for DEX to store script output in order to troubleshoot errors. Another user advised using SIP EVENT BEGINS/ENDS to capture the output and noted that enhancements are planned. They also mentioned that script failures are logged in the system events. The specific support page URL is provided.

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