SPLK-1003 License Management Practice Question
What happens if the License Master becomes unreachable?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Indexing continues for 72 hours.
The indexers (slaves) will continue to index data for a grace period (typically 72 hours) before stopping.
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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Indexing continues for 72 hours.
Why this is correct
Slaves allow a 72-hour grace period if the master is unreachable.
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Indexing continues indefinitely.
Why it's wrong here
The connection must be restored.
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Indexing stops immediately.
Why it's wrong here
There is a grace period.
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Search heads stop working.
Why it's wrong here
Search heads are not dependent on the License Master connectivity for searching.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Splunk exam blueprint
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