SPLK-2002 Deployment Architecture And Clustering Practice Question
When configuring a Search Head Cluster, what is the purpose of the 'deployer'?
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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To manage the replication of search configurations
The deployer is used to distribute configuration bundles (apps) to all search heads in the cluster.
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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To coordinate the election of the captain
Why it's wrong here
The captain is elected by the search head members themselves.
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To manage the replication of search configurations
Why this is correct
The deployer pushes configuration updates to all SHC members.
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To act as a load balancer for users
Why it's wrong here
A separate load balancer is required for that.
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To store the search results for the cluster
Why it's wrong here
Search heads generate results, they are not stored on the deployer.
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