Quick Answer
The correct answer is that the command configures a data output to the specified server. This is because the outputforwarder command, when used in Splunk, directs the current instance to forward its indexed data to a designated receiver, in this case the server at 192.168.1.10 on port 9997. The command effectively establishes a forwarding output destination, which is a core function of Splunk’s heavy or universal forwarder roles. On the SPLK-1002 exam, this concept tests your understanding of how data flows from forwarders to indexers, a fundamental topic in the "Forwarding and Receiving Data" domain. A common trap is confusing this with a receiver configuration or a search-time command; remember that outputforwarder is strictly for sending data out. For a quick memory tip, think "outputforwarder = outbound data to a server," and recall that port 9997 is the standard Splunk TCP receiving port.
This SPLK-1002 practice question tests your understanding of splunk basics and interface navigation. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
./splunk add forward-server 192.168.1.10:9997 -auth admin:changeme
Refer to the exhibit. What is the effect of this command?
./splunk add forward-server 192.168.1.10:9997 -auth admin:changeme
Configures a data output to the specified server
It defines a target indexer to forward data to.
Restarts Splunk
Why wrong: Command does not restart; it modifies configuration.
Enables SSL for forwarding
Why wrong: No SSL option is included.
Adds a forwarder to receive data
Why wrong: This instance becomes a forwarder sending data, not receiving.
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
Configures a data output to the specified server
This command configures the current Splunk instance to forward data to the specified server at 192.168.1.10:9997. It sets up a forwarding output destination.
Key principle: NAT direction and interface roles matter as much as the IP address mapping. Inside/outside designation controls which traffic is translated.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
Configures a data output to the specified server
Why this is correct
It defines a target indexer to forward data to.
Related concept
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
Restarts Splunk
Why it's wrong here
Command does not restart; it modifies configuration.
Enables SSL for forwarding
Why it's wrong here
No SSL option is included.
Adds a forwarder to receive data
Why it's wrong here
This instance becomes a forwarder sending data, not receiving.
Common exam traps
NAT is not only about the public address. The inside/outside interface roles and the ACL or rule that matches traffic are just as important.
Trap categories for this question
Command / output trap
Command does not restart; it modifies configuration.
Detailed technical explanation
NAT questions usually test address translation, overload/PAT behaviour, static mappings and whether the right traffic is being translated. Read the interface direction and address terms carefully.
Key takeaway
NAT direction and interface roles matter as much as the IP address mapping. Inside/outside designation controls which traffic is translated.
Real-world example
A small business has 20 workstations on the 192.168.1.0/24 network and one public IP from its ISP. The router uses PAT (NAT overload) so all 20 devices share one public address using different source ports. NAT questions test whether you understand the four address terms and which direction each translation applies.
What to study next
Review the four NAT address types (inside local, inside global, outside local, outside global), PAT port overload, and static vs dynamic NAT use cases. Then practise related SPLK-1002 NAT questions on configuration and troubleshooting.
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Splunk Basics and Interface Navigation — This question tests Splunk Basics and Interface Navigation — Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address..
The correct answer is: Configures a data output to the specified server — This command configures the current Splunk instance to forward data to the specified server at 192.168.1.10:9997. It sets up a forwarding output destination.
Review the four NAT address types (inside local, inside global, outside local, outside global), PAT port overload, and static vs dynamic NAT use cases. Then practise related SPLK-1002 NAT questions on configuration and troubleshooting.
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
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