SPLK-1003 Getting Data IN And Forwarder Management Practice Question
Which TWO components must be configured on a Universal Forwarder to ensure data reaches the Indexer?
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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outputs.conf
A forwarder needs to know what to collect (inputs.conf) and where to send it (outputs.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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outputs.conf
Why this is correct
Defines the destination Indexer.
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props.conf
Why it's wrong here
Not strictly required for basic forwarding.
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indexes.conf
Why it's wrong here
This belongs on the Indexer.
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web.conf
Why it's wrong here
Used for Splunk Web settings.
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inputs.conf
Why this is correct
Defines the source of the data.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Splunk exam blueprint
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