A user asked if the VDI reports in DEX v9.0 have the ability to show the maximum CPU load of all processes on a machine. The current view only shows average values for individual processes over a 5-minute period. The ControlUp team will look into displaying the maximum and minimum CPU usage data on the UI.
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VDI Related Training & Support Archives
VDI training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
New Remote Control Feature for Non-Domain/Corporate Devices and IP Restrictions in ControlUp
There was a discussion about the new Remote Control feature and whether non-Domain/Corporate devices can access it. The new feature is not dependent on Active Directory and only requires the agent to communicate with ControlUp's backend. Some companies may see this as a security risk, but it can be restricted to only allow access from corporate-owned devices by setting up the SAML provider. The required URLs for communication can be found at https://support.controlup.com/docs/agent-outbound-communication#required-urls and more information about remote controlling VDI/DAAS devices can be found at https://support.controlup.com/docs/remote-control-your-vdi-daas-devices. The group also discussed the importance of thoroughly reading and understanding the documentation before asking questions.
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Choosing the Best Tool for User Management in ControlUp – Comparing Group Policy and WEM
A discussion takes place on the ControlUp Slack channel about the best way to add registry entries using the User logon trigger. Some users suggest using Group Policy or PowerShell commands, while others mention that Citrix WEM could also be an option. Different considerations, such as login times and scalability are mentioned when comparing WEM to Group Policy. Some users mention past issues with WEM, but also acknowledge that it may be a suitable tool for certain environments.
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Accessing Historical Reports for Specific VDIs in DEX
A user expressed frustration with the inability to view historical reports for a specific VDI within DEX. Other users suggested that this issue is being addressed in future versions, and in the meantime, they can access the reports by selecting the machine and downloading the report through a small icon above the table.
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Adding CLEANMGR to an Existing ControlUp Cleaning Script
ControlUp users discussed adding the CLEANMGR method to an existing script for cleaning up the Windows Update Cleanup from Disk Cleanup. A script from the CU Script Library may be able to help, with the necessary options to include the desired folders. The Clean Windows System Drive script may also be an option. Get more information about scripts at https://support.controlup.com/docs/add-scripts-from-the-script-library.
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Understanding Data Caching in ControlUp
The discussion revolved around the caching of data from the agents to the monitor during network outages. It was confirmed that the monitor caches data for 24 hours in C:\Windows\ServiceProfiles\NetworkService\AppData\Roaming\ControlUp\CacheActivity and uploads it once the connection is restored. It was also mentioned that the agent does not have caching capabilities, only the monitor does. The potential impact of agent-level caching on user experience in VDI/RDSH environments was also brought up. This topic is not specific to v9 of ControlUp.
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New Release of ControlUp’s SIP Agent (2.13.1.3428) with Teams Monitoring Bug Fix
A new SIP Agent (2.13.1.3428) has been released with a bug fix for Teams monitoring in VDI sessions, including support for the new MS Teams. A user encountered issues with Teams and SIP, leading them to disable SIP on their Terminalserver and VDI. The ControlUp support team can be contacted for further assistance.
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Exporting and Importing Users in ControlUp – Tips and Updates
A user asked about how to export users from Solve and add them to app.controlup.com. Another user mentioned that setting up SAML properly eliminates the need for this export. The first user requested a bulk import option and suggested that SAML groups do not work for them. A link was shared for configuring user attributes in the IDP. Another user stated that most customers get help from other departments for this process. A ControlUp team member thanked them for the feedback and mentioned that they will add an option to invite VDI users from the DEX UI.
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Onboarding Technicians into ControlUp: Tips and Tricks
A user asked how technicians are onboarded into ControlUp and mentioned concerns about access through DEX and the VDI console. Other users chimed in with suggestions and possible solutions, mentioning changes made in version 9 of ControlUp. A helpful article on SSO groups was also referenced.
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Understanding Latency in VDI Citrix Environment for Optimal Work Performance
A user asked about the acceptable latency for a VDI Citrix environment, citing resources noting affects on voice calls with latencies as high as 60 ms or 150 ms. Another user noted heavy voice call usage affecting latency lower than 60 ms. Company-specific baselines and tracking are important to determine acceptable latency for a company. The user conducting the test didn't experience discomfort or issues with work while testing in the 200-250 ms latency range. ControlUp Insights may have data available on the use of Unified Comms feature.
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