The topic of EdgeDX was brought up, and the user inquired about the possibility of bi-directional file transfers. It was confirmed that EdgeDX currently has the capability to send and retrieve files during a remote control session. However, the user was looking for a way to send files to a machine not on the network, without having to establish a remote session. This feature is not currently available, but there is a suggestion on the ControlUp UserVoice forum. The link to this suggestion can be found at https://controlup.uservoice.com/redirect/suggestions/46937482
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Physical Desktops Related Training & Support Archives
Physical Desktops training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
Understanding the Device Controls Column and Troubleshooting Carbon Black with ControlUp
A user asked what the Device>Controls column does, and others suggested it shows installed but disabled antivirus and deployment products. The user was unsure if Secure DX was accurately displaying the status of Carbon Black. Other users suggested checking services and data being pulled from the device, and to contact support if necessary. Screenshots were shared.
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How to Troubleshoot Connection Issues with ControlUp for Physical Endpoints
There is a potential issue with connecting to a Windows device with Edge DX installed. It was suggested to check the event viewer and device events, and to allow the traffic on the proxy/firewall. The agent's outbound tunnel may also facilitate inbound requests, but if the websocket connection fails, a different method will be used. The documentation for this can be found at https://support.controlup.com/v1/docs/prerequisites-for-controlup-for-physical-endpoints-apps, and logs may also appear in the device events in Edge DX itself.
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Managing Inactivity in ControlUp: Suggestions for Quarantine and Device Groups
A user asked for assistance in keeping inactive devices in quarantine for 30 days before disabling them and removing user access. Another user suggested checking the status of the device via API and sending notifications to relevant parties. There was also a suggestion to use an automated action to create a tag in the Edge DX portal. The conversation also included suggestions for using a script, but it was noted that this may not work if the device is not checking in. Other users requested a sample script for handling tags.
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Solving Permissions Issues with Edge Devices in DEX
A user experienced a permissions issue with their team and edge devices in Solve. When using DEX, only a select few have access to the remote tools, despite having Editor rights. The user checked the migration but did not find any issues. Another user suggested checking for another role that may have been applied. After removing the additional role, access was granted. The link to remote control a device is: https://support.controlup.com/docs/remote-control-or-shadow-a-device
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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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Troubleshooting Failed Remediations in ControlUp
Users discussed how to locate more information about failed remediations. It was suggested to enable logs on assigned devices for further details. Some users noted that remediations had failed but there was no logs folder, which was resolved by enabling logs in the Secure DX Agent. It was recommended to create a tag on Edge DX and assign it to relevant devices to apply the log.
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Tips for Decreasing Logon Time on Windows Devices
A team member asked for help in decreasing Windows logon time and requested any blogs or recommendations related to this issue. @member advised that the logon process for physical devices may be affected by AppX packages, but shared tips for optimizing logon duration in VDI environments. ControlUp's Analyze Logon Duration script can also be used for physical devices. Team members shared several links and resources for optimizing logon duration and dealing with AppX packages. Logon time is a key metric in VDI environments and AppX load times can be a bottleneck.
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Plans for Windows ARM Processor Agent for Edge Dx?
A user asked about plans for a Windows ARM processor agent for Edge Dx. Another user confirmed that it is currently possible to run it on Windows 11 with x64 Wow. The first user asked for the download, and was advised to use the regular Windows download and run it in compatibility mode.
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Consistency in ControlUp DEX UI
A user suggests a more consistent UI in ControlUp's DEX, such as using consistent terms and bread crumbs for device navigation. Another user clarifies the difference between devices and details in each product. A screenshot comparison is shared.
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