ControlUp Logon Simulator

The ControlUp Logon Simulator is a tool designed for IT professionals to proactively test the health and performance of Citrix XenApp/XenDesktop environments by simulating synthetic user logon sessions. It allows you to anticipate connection issues and application availability problems before your users are affected.

User Logon Simulation

You can simulate automated user logons that mimic Citrix Receiver traffic, authenticating directly through Citrix StoreFront or Netscaler Gateway. This simulation verifies the availability of critical services such as StoreFront, the delivery controller, and the launching of published applications or desktops. Each simulation run generates an event that documents the outcome for detailed analysis.

Proactive Monitoring with Automated Alerts

Every simulation event can be used to create triggers within ControlUp that alert you automatically when a set number of logon failures occur. This enables rapid intervention when issues arise, minimizing impact on end-user experience.

Repetitive Testing and Flexible Configuration

The tool allows you to configure test repetition intervals tailored to your needs and specify the wait time after a successful logon before logging off. You can save and load test configurations and even run simulations via command line for automation in testing or production environments.

In summary, ControlUp Logon Simulator offers a comprehensive automated way to assess the availability and responsiveness of key Citrix components essential for user logon, helping you reduce reactive support and improve proactive management of your virtual infrastructure.