SPLK-1003 Indexes And Data Management Practice Question
An administrator needs to move an existing index's raw data to a new storage location without losing searchability. What is the recommended approach?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Update homePath and coldPath in indexes.conf to the new volume paths.
The volume-based storage approach allows moving indexes by updating homePath and coldPath to point to new volumes defined in volumes.conf.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Rename the index directory in the OS.
Why it's wrong here
Splunk will lose track of the bucket metadata if renamed manually.
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Update homePath and coldPath in indexes.conf to the new volume paths.
Why this is correct
Updating paths in indexes.conf is the standard way to move index data.
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Delete and recreate the index with the new path.
Why it's wrong here
This results in data loss.
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Use the 'splunk revert' command.
Why it's wrong here
This command does not exist.
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