Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin Practice Test

What search can you perform in the GUI to check the connection from indexer to forwarder?

1. index=_status host=forwarder_hostname

2. index=_internal host=forwarder_hostname

3. index=_connections host=forwarder_hostname

4. index=_forwarder host=forwarder_hostname

The correct answer is: index=_internal host=forwarder_hostname

The appropriate search to check the connection from an indexer to a forwarder is conducted in the internal index, which is indicated by the search command that you chose. The internal index in Splunk contains logs and metrics related to the operation of Splunk itself, including information about the data that has been received from forwarders. By using the internal index and specifying the host of the forwarder, you can retrieve logs that show whether the indexer is receiving data from that specific forwarder. Such logs may include details about connection status, data transfer issues, or errors that might affect the data flow. This method allows you to diagnose and confirm successful connections and data transmission between the forwarder and indexer, making it a crucial step in ensuring the integrity of your data pipeline within Splunk. It helps you monitor the behavior and performance of forwarders, which is vital for maintaining a healthy Splunk environment.