Active Directory Monitor - FAQs

Active Directory Monitor - FAQs

1. What are the Scripts and Processes used in the Active Directory Monitor?

Below is a list of VB Scripts and PowerShell scripts used for data collection in the AD monitor:
  1. VB Scripts located in <AppManager-Home>\working\conf\application\scripts directory:
    1. wmicheckauthentication.vbs
    2. wmiQueryExecuter.vbs
    3. cookwmiget.vbs
    4. ADReplicationData.vbs

  2. PowerShell Scripts located in <AppManager-Home>\working\conf\application\scripts\powershell directory:
    1. ADTimeSyncTest.ps1
    2. PortConnectivity.ps1
    3. ActiveDirectoryPorts.ps1
    4. ADDiagnosticTests.ps1
  1. Processes used to execute the scripts mentioned above.
    1. cscript.exe
    2. powershell.exe

2. What might cause the "Authentication Failed - Kindly verify Username and Password" error in Active Directory Monitor?

This error occurs when a basic WMI connection attempt fails. To troubleshoot, refer to the following KB for instructions on checking the basic WMI connection: https://pitstop.manageengine.com/portal/en/kb/articles/basic-wmi-connection-check-when-unable-to-add-monitor

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