A user experienced an error when running an automated action with EventID 5005 due to UAC being enabled. The user then ran the action as a specific user that had rights to start VMs in vCentral, and it was suggested that the action could be run from a Monitor server instead. Any logs can be shared by opening a ticket or in private with support. ControlUp has a log4net script action available to investigate this issue further. The registry key EnableLUA will be read if the script is set to "controlup console/monitor".
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Scripts Related Training & Support Archives
Scripts training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
Monitoring/Remediating VMware Horizon VDI with Triggers and Scripts
The user is looking for input on triggers and scripts to monitor/remediate VMware Horizon VDI environments. They recommended using a logon script triggered when a slow logon threshold is reached. Tuning the timing parameters and enabling extra logging is suggested.
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What is your favorite Solve Feature/functionality?
The discussion focused on the Solve feature of ControlUp, particularly its topology view, per column filters, integration of components, RemoteDX graphical layout with Blue computer icon for direct access to physical endpoint, and script-based actions. It is also web-based and works on Macs.
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Troubleshooting Error “Install .NET FW 4.8 on the target machine” with ControlUp
A user encountered the error "Install .NET FW 4.8 on the target machine" and found it was due to a conflict between 8.7 and 8.8. The user needed to remove some .NET patches and run the console with an admin account on the monitor server. After upgrading the agent, the error was resolved. There was also an issue with scripts, which was fixed after upgrading the agent. It was mentioned that the 8.7 Realtime console was liked.
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How to set a ControlUp Trigger with multiple schedules?
Users discussed finding a clean way to set a trigger with multiple schedules for monitoring Horizon services. It was suggested to use a PowerShell script with IF logic for this. To prevent getting emails when the server closes for patching, a maintenance window could be set, with a different action taken if the service is down for more than 30 minutes. ControlUp's Realtime DX can be used to set a custom schedule. An example script was provided, which requires the user to edit it with the event IDs they want to monitor for and any services to be excluded. This thread can be added to the FAQ page.
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Testing File Share Availability Using a Shell Scout
A user asked about testing file share availability which can be done wtih a Shell Scout - this can be done using a PowerShell script that checks the share and exits with a code != 0 if it fails. To handle permission access issues, a PowerShell script can be amended by adding a credential to the test-path command. More information can be found at: https://support.controlup.com/docs/shell-execution and https://devblogs.microsoft.com/scripting/powertip-test-the-presence-of-a-remote-share-by-using-powershell/.
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Setting up Alert for Remote On-Prem Servers in ControlUp
Several users asked about creating an alert to notify them if two on-prem servers are offline longer than 10 minutes. It was suggested to set up a script to check the servers and additional metrics every 10 minutes, run a Scout to test ports for the service, or use the ‘System Down’ trigger in Console (RealtimeDX). A brainstorm session was organized for the next day to further discuss the issue.
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How to configure SBA for alerting when an FSLogix container size exceeds a threshold
Members asked for an SBA that allows to alert when an FSLogix container size exceeds a threshold. Through a configuration process the actions should be finalized and a "User Logged On" trigger should be created. An event will be written to the Application Log when a user's VHD is outside the threshold and a "Windows Event" trigger can trigger any action. An 8.8 BETA program will be available in Q1 23 and those interested can reach out to @member and @member.
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Script to show individual monitor and site capacity and usage with ControlUp’s Real-Time DX
Dennis created a script to help admins monitor and track the capacity and usage of their supported environment with ControlUp's Real-Time DX. An accompanying graphic helps explain the capacity of monitors, which ControlUp's online calculator (https://calc.controlup.com/) can help to determine. Dennis also shared a blog post (https://www.controlup.com/resources/blog/entry/controlup-monitor-cluster-sizing/) providing more information about monitor sizing.
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Any plans to add Script Actions to ControlUp Solve like you can do currently in the Console?
This Slack discussion discussed the new Script Actions feature on ControlUp version 8.7, with a user having issues running them from Solve. A ticket with support will be opened and it was suggested that it could be related to logging in with a different UPN. More info can be found at https://www.controlup.com/resources/blog/entry/solve-issues-faster-with-controlup-real-time-dx-v8-7/.
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