Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin Practice Test

What are the essential parts required in the stanza when adding Network Inputs to inputs.conf?

1. [udp://host:port], connection_host, sourcetype

2. [udp://port:host], connection_type, sourcetype

3. [tcp://host:port], connection_host, data_type

4. [tcp://host:port], connection_host, sourcetype

The correct answer is: [tcp://host:port], connection_host, sourcetype

When configuring Network Inputs in the inputs.conf file, the essential parts needed are the configuration for the input type (in this case, TCP), the connection_host setting, and the sourcetype. The part labeled [tcp://host:port] designates the specific endpoint where Splunk will listen for incoming TCP traffic. The configuration under this stanza defines how Splunk interacts with network data and processes it upon receipt. The connection_host is a critical parameter because it tells Splunk how to extract the host information from incoming events. This can be useful for identifying the originating host of the data, which is important for monitoring and analyzing network sources. Additionally, the sourcetype is specified to help Splunk understand the format of the incoming data, enabling it to parse and index the data correctly. By defining the sourcetype, users can apply the appropriate data transformation rules and enhance search capabilities for that particular data type. The need for the correct combination of these parameters ensures that Splunk captures and indexes network data accurately, making it available for analysis and reporting purposes. This understanding is essential for effective data management in a Splunk environment.