SPLK-1003 Indexes And Data Management Practice Question
How can you increase the amount of raw data stored in a single bucket before it rolls?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Modify 'maxDataSize'.
The 'maxDataSize' setting dictates the size threshold for rolling a bucket from hot to warm.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Modify 'maxDataSize'.
Why this is correct
Increasing 'maxDataSize' allows more data per bucket.
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Modify 'maxTotalDataSizeMB'.
Why it's wrong here
This limits the entire index, not individual buckets.
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Modify 'frozenTimePeriodInSecs'.
Why it's wrong here
This changes retention, not bucket capacity.
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Modify 'homePath'.
Why it's wrong here
This is just a file path.
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