A discussion about a new GPO led to the suggestion of creating a report on devices that have received the GPO using ControlUp and scraping the output of the gpresult command. Information on how to do this can be found in a recent ControlUp blog post. A script was also provided for converting the output to json and generating a report. A link to the post and the script was included.
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Logs Related Training & Support Archives
Logs training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
Python Support and File Transfer on ControlUp
One user asked if Python will be added to the windows script list on ControlUp. Another user suggested using Powershell to call the Python script. A third user mentioned using Invoke-Webrequest or copying the script itself in the script window for file transfer. Another user suggested using a PS1 script that encapsulates the python script and checking if python is installed, and installing it if necessary. They also mentioned hurdles with file transfer and suggested a feature request for blob storage. Overall, Python support on ControlUp is not currently on the roadmap.
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Troubleshooting Logon Analyzer Errors in ControlUp
A user was having issues with the Logon Analyzer script, receiving GPO errors and no valid output. Other users suggested checking if auditing was enabled and the number of GPO's in the environment, while the code was also mentioned as a possible issue. The specific error message "WQL duration processing failed" was also discussed.
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Correct Configuration for ControlUp EUC Sync
A user shared a question about the documentation for EUC Sync, noting a discrepancy in the instructions. Other users confirmed and provided further clarification, discussing the use of the cfg file and the importance of setting the parameters correctly before setting up a scheduled trigger. Overall, the conversation provided helpful insights for using EUC Sync with ControlUp.
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Automating Server Reboots for Monitored URLs with Scoutbees and ControlUp API
The discussion revolved around automating the process of rebooting a server that is being monitored using Scoutbees. Various suggestions were made, such as using the API to check alerts on an interval, running a custom hive, and using EdgeDX or RTDX. It was suggested that a user feedback item should be created for this feature. A new version of Scoutbees API was mentioned, which allows for retrieving alerts and writing a script to initiate a server restart based on that. The API can be found at https://api.controlup.com/.
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Troubleshooting Script Actions in ControlUp Solve
A user was having trouble with script actions in Solve, and it was suggested to check the permissions for the "ControlUp Monitors" role. After some testing, it was determined that there may be a bug causing the issue, and a workaround was found by setting the "run shared script actions" permission to allow for organization members. Direct messages were then used to further discuss environment-specific information.
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Troubleshooting High Peak User Input Delays in ControlUp
A user asked for recommendations to diagnose high Peak User Input Delays. Another user suggested zooming in on the time of the delay and checking memory usage. They also shared how to find information on what application is slow to respond to user input. The discussion then focused on how to identify the cause of a slow application, often due to resource constraints. The team provided examples, such as MMCexe processing event logs, and suggested that more resources may not always solve the issue.
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Creating Triggers for Windows Events in ControlUp
A team member sought help in creating a trigger for a specific windows event (with event ID 4725), which they wanted to log for future review. Other members pointed out that the event information needed to be at an audit failed level and also needed to be a supported event log. A link to support documentation was provided for reference. No further workaround was suggested.
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Troubleshooting EUC Sync Script Issues
A user submitted a problem with the EUC Sync script, where the secondary site was showing as "disconnected" in the logs but appeared to be connected in the console. After further troubleshooting, it was discovered that the issue was related to shared accounts not being replicated properly. This was resolved and the EUC Sync script worked properly.
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Trouble with Admin Rights and Scoutbees in ControlUp
A user reported losing admin rights in Scoutbees and unable to edit or delete scouts. Other users reminded them of the failsafe to have at least one Admin and suggested submitting a support ticket for assistance. A screenshot was requested to investigate the issue further. The user later updated that they had deleted an old account and could no longer access Scoutbees on multiple organizations. Support was working on resolving the issue.
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