Labstats Support

Product updates

TrackByHostname Virtual Tracking Feature (4/22/25)

Enhanced Tracking

The new ‘TrackByHostname’ feature allows for more precise identification of computers in virtual desktop environments, often referred to as desktop-as-a-service (DaaS) or Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI).

Ideal for Dynamic and Instant Clone Environments

Effectively track cloud-hosted virtual desktops in dynamic pools and instant clone setups using their unique hostnames.

Simplified Tracking in Complex Setups

Easily identify and manage different types of devices in intricate IT environments.

Tracking for Mixed Physical and Virtual Environments

The new LabStats default algorithm tracks computers using their UUID and serial numbers, which is not always ideal for cloud-based virtual machines/desktops.

The new ‘TrackByHostname’ feature enables hostname tracking on virtual computers not compatible with the default tracking methodology.

In-Portal Option Description

Path: Admin -> Client Installation -> Mass Deploy -> TRACKBYHOSTNAME

In-Portal Description: This configures the client to be tracked only using its hostname value. This is primarily intended for tracking on cloud hosted VDI, such as VMware Horizon with dynamic pools and Instant Clones.