A user asked for help in automating the process of fixing machines with "Agent Unreachable" status in Horizon. Some suggested solutions included recovering the machine or checking the agent service. Another suggested using a trigger from ControlUp's Horizon Trigger Packs, which the user was not aware of before and later downloaded to try out. ControlUp offered assistance with configuring the trigger, and reminded the user of their CSM support option for a more detailed walkthrough. The specific trigger mentioned was the "Agent State" trigger under the VMware tab.
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Triggers Related Training & Support Archives
Triggers training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
Adding Specific Variables to Free Space Hard Drive Triggers
A user asked if it's possible for the Free Space hard drive trigger to include the amount of free space in MB/GB in an email. The support article linked provides a list of template variables, but it does not seem to include the desired variable.
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Troubleshooting ControlUp Version 9.0.5 Bug with Triggered Scripts
A user reported a potential bug with ControlUp version 9.0.5 where a trigger that executes a custom script on boot was failing. The error message states that the environment block could not be retrieved, suggesting that the user may already be logged into the target machine. After some troubleshooting, it was discovered that the issue was caused by the service account being logged into the monitor. Once this was resolved, the script ran successfully. The user updated to the latest version (9.0.5.423) and the issue was resolved.
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How to Run Scripts in Administrator Mode on ControlUp.
A question was asked about how to run a script in Administrator mode on ControlUp. It was confirmed that the system is not always in Administrator mode, and a screenshot was provided as a potential solution for changing the execution context of the script. No further discussion on this topic was recorded.
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Triggering Actions based on Specific Server Connection Failures in ControlUp Real Time Console
A discussion was held about being able to trigger an action based on the number of connection failures for a specific server. It was suggested to add a column in the Real Time Console to display the number of Citrix connection failures, which could then be used to create triggers. The user also asked about improved local host cache monitoring and the possibility of bringing it into the product. The ControlUp support team mentioned some relevant resources and offered to discuss further during an upcoming meeting.
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Automating Chrome Updates in ControlUp
A user sought help with setting up an alert in ControlUp to automate Chrome updates using the "= is" method, but was advised to use "contains" instead for non-numeric values. Another user suggested using securedx for a more efficient solution. Some users preferred using securedx for tracking and remediation purposes. No links were mentioned in the discussion.
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Troubleshooting Triggers in ControlUp: Event Log Compatibility and Future Updates
A user was having trouble setting up a trigger and asked for help in the Slack channel. After some discussion and clarifications, it was determined that the event logs in question were not compatible with the trigger feature in ControlUp. The user can try again in the future when a new technology is implemented.
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Report on Reconnecting CVAD Sessions Longer Than 2 Hours
The users discuss ways to get a report on CVAD sessions that reconnect after 2 hours of disconnect time. One suggestion is to create a trigger on idle time and another is to use the session activity reports for more specific information. However, the reporting process may be slow in larger environments. Resource usage information is also shared.
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Troubleshooting a ControlUp Alert in Edge DX
A user noticed a change in the way a specific alert in ControlUp works, and was unsure of which computers were triggering the alert. Another user shared a script they had made to gather data, which may be helpful in this situation. Suggestions were made, such as adjusting the retrigger delay and modifying the time window, but the issue remains unresolved. The thread also includes code for a script that may assist with gathering data.
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Creating an Alert for Windows 11 Upgrades Using SCCM and Event Logs
The members of the ControlUp community discussed creating an alert for when users upgrade to Windows 11, and potential methods to determine this information. There was talk of using SCCM for confirmation, querying event logs, and even using a custom script that was shared in the text. The script was described as an experiment that the user can share if others are interested.
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