SPLK-1003 Configuration Files Practice Question
Which file would you edit to change the TCP listening port for a Splunk Universal Forwarder?
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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inputs.conf
inputs.conf is the standard file for configuring data inputs like TCP ports.
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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outputs.conf
Why it's wrong here
outputs.conf is for forwarding data to indexers.
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props.conf
Why it's wrong here
props.conf is for parsing.
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server.conf
Why it's wrong here
server.conf is for server-wide settings.
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inputs.conf
Why this is correct
inputs.conf defines the listener.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Splunk exam blueprint
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