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Detect Unusual iDRAC Authentications using Aria Operations for Logs

Posted on July 19, 2024April 16, 2026 by Don Horrox

In this post, we enhance our security posture by configuring Aria Operations for Logs to send alert e-mail notifications when unusual logon events are detected on a Dell iDRAC.

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Connecting External SQL Databases to Aria Automation Orchestrator: A Step-by-Step Guide

Posted on July 9, 2024April 16, 2026 by Don Horrox

In this post, we walk through the process of associating an external SQL Database with Aria Orchestrator. We will soon reference this database to achieve various functions in other Workflows, Service Broker, and beyond.

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A Simple Control for Complex Automation: Preventing Mistakes Using Custom Forms

Posted on June 19, 2024April 16, 2026 by Don Horrox

In this post, we explore a simple yet effective technical control to mitigate the risk of human error when requesting potentially risky automated actions, using Aria Automation Service Broker.

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PowerCLI: Upgrade VM Hardware Compatibility Version from CSV

Posted on May 15, 2024June 15, 2026 by Don Horrox

In this post, we will leverage a PowerCLI script to orchestrate the upgrade of virtual machine Hardware Compatibility versions based on a list of VMs defined in a CSV file.

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Problem Investigation: Virtual Machines Intermittently Hang at Blank Screen on Reboot

Posted on May 1, 2024January 28, 2026 by Don Horrox

In this post, we discuss a real-world problem investigation where VMs experienced sporadic freezes during reboot, resulting in Production impact.

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