FSLogix Setup, Configuration, and Troubleshooting Guide
FSLogix is a powerful tool for profile management in Azure
Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Remote Desktop Services (RDS). It enhances user
experience by providing fast and efficient profile loading, especially in
multi-session environments. This guide covers FSLogix setup, configuration, and
troubleshooting, highlighting the steps required on both the Session Host and
Active Directory (AD) server.
Prerequisites
- Infrastructure
Requirements:
- Active
Directory (AD) domain.
- Azure
Virtual Desktop (AVD) Session Host(s).
- File
storage for profile containers (Azure Files, NetApp Files, or on-premises
file shares).
- FSLogix
Installation File: Download the FSLogix agent installer from
the Microsoft
Download Center.
- Permissions: Ensure
appropriate permissions for both the file share and registry
configurations.
Steps to Perform on the Active Directory Server
1. Prepare File Share for Profile Containers
- Create
a file share to store user profile containers (e.g., \fileserver\profileshare).
- Assign
NTFS permissions:
- Grant Everyone or Authenticated
Users Full Control (Share Permissions).
- Grant SYSTEM, Administrators,
and Users Modify (NTFS Permissions).
2. Create Group Policy Object (GPO) for FSLogix
Configuration
- Open Group
Policy Management Console.
- Create
a new GPO (e.g., FSLogix Profile Configuration) and link it to the
Organizational Unit (OU) containing the session hosts.
- Configure
the following settings:
- Navigate
to Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates ->
FSLogix -> Profile Containers.
- Enable
the following policies:
- Enable
Profile Container: Set to Enabled.
- VHD
Location: Specify the file share path (e.g., \fileserver\profileshare).
- Virtual
Disk Type: Choose VHDX.
- Dynamic
VHDX Size: Set appropriate size (e.g., 20 GB).
- Container
Naming Pattern: Leave default or configure as needed.
- Ensure
replication of the GPO across all domain controllers.
3. Configure Service Accounts and Permissions
- Ensure
the computer accounts of session hosts have Read/Write access to
the file share.
- Grant Log
on as a service rights if using service accounts.
Steps to Perform on the Session Host(s)
1. Install FSLogix Agent
- Log
in to each session host as an administrator.
- Run
the FSLogix agent installer.
- Complete
the installation using the default settings.
2. Apply Group Policy
- Run gpupdate
/force to apply the FSLogix configuration.
- Verify
GPO application using gpresult /h or RSOP.msc.
3. Verify Configuration
- Open Registry
Editor and navigate to: HKLM\SOFTWARE\FSLogix\Profiles.
- Confirm
that the settings match the GPO configurations.
4. Test Profile Container Creation
- Log in
with a test user account.
- Check
if a profile container is created in the file share (e.g., \fileserver\profileshare\User_Profile.vhdx).
- Ensure
the user’s profile loads successfully.
Common Troubleshooting Steps
1. Check FSLogix Logs
Logs are available in the following location:
- C:\ProgramData\FSLogix\Logs\Profiles Analyze
logs for errors such as permission issues, file share connectivity, or
profile mounting problems.
2. Verify File Share Accessibility
- Test
access to the file share from the session hosts using \fileserver\profileshare.
- Ensure
sufficient permissions for the user accounts.
3. Resolve Profile Mount Errors
- Verify
registry entries under HKLM\SOFTWARE\FSLogix\Profiles.
- Ensure
the VHDLocation path is correct.
4. Check Disk Space and Quotas
- Verify
available disk space on the file share.
- Ensure
no storage quotas prevent VHDX creation.
5. GPO Application Issues
- Use gpresult
/h to confirm the FSLogix GPO is applied.
- Verify
the session host is in the correct OU.
6. Network Latency
- Run ping or Test-NetConnection to
check the latency between session hosts and the file share.
- Address
high latency or packet loss issues.
Best Practice
- Use
Azure Files or Azure NetApp Files for high availability and performance.
- Monitor
FSLogix performance using tools like Log Analytics.
- Regularly
update FSLogix to the latest version for new features and fixes.
- Implement
backup policies for profile containers.
- Leverage
Conditional Access policies for enhanced security in AVD environments.
Thank You...
