SPLK-1003 License Management Practice Question
Where does an administrator configure the License Master URL for an indexer?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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In the server.conf file.
The URL is configured in the server.conf file of the indexer (the slave).
Answer analysis
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In the license.conf file.
Why it's wrong here
License.conf is not used for master connectivity.
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In the server.conf file.
Why this is correct
The master URI is defined in the [license] stanza of server.conf.
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In the web.conf file.
Why it's wrong here
Web configuration is for the Splunk Web interface.
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In the Splunk Web UI under Licensing.
Why it's wrong here
The slave must be configured via config file or specific CLI commands.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Splunk exam blueprint
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