In the following article, you will learn how you can configure post-session custom commands in IGEL OS. For a specific session type, you can define an action that is performed when the last session of this type is ended. The defined post-session command can also be used for multiple session types.

For an example of using post-session commands, see Shutdown/Suspend Devices Automatically at the End of a Session.

Menu path: System > Firmware Customization > Custom Commands > Post Session

Session type

Session type for which the action is performed.

Possible values:

  • No post-session command*
  • Citrix

  • Citrix via Browser

    Post-session commands for Citrix via Browser are currently supported for Firefox browser only. 

  • RDP (with login dialog)
  • RDP
  • VMware Horizon
  • Browser
  • NoMachine NX
  • Parallels Client
  • PowerTerm terminal emulation
  • ThinLinc
  • X session
  • IBM iAccess
  • Media player
  • VNC viewer
  • AVD

 If a post-session command has to be applied to multiple sessions, specify the main session in the above Session type field and use  to add additional sessions.

Post-session command

Action that is carried out after the end of the session(s) selected above.

Possible options:

  • Logoff*: The user is automatically logged off; a login method must be defined for this purpose. Further information can be found under IGEL Smartcard, Active Directory / Kerberos and Smartcard.

    The “Logoff” option cannot be used if the Appliance Mode is in use. Further information can be found under Appliance Mode.
  • Shutdown/suspend (system default action): The device will be shut down or placed in a standby mode depending on the setting under System > Power Options > Shutdown > Default action selection. A dialog allowing the user to cancel the procedure will be shown in the process. Further information can be found under Shutdown.
  • Shutdown/suspend (system default action without dialog): The device will be shut down or placed in a standby mode depending on the setting under System > Power Options > Shutdown > Default action selection. The user cannot cancel the procedure.
  • Reboot (with dialog timeout): The device will reboot. A dialog allowing the user to cancel the procedure will be shown in the process.
  • Reboot (without dialog): The device will reboot. The user cannot cancel the procedure.
  • Enter custom command here: Command to be executed.


*IGEL OS system default