Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin Practice Test

Which command is used to configure a cluster search head?

1. splunk edit cluster-config -mode searchhead

2. splunk configure cluster -searchhead

3. splunk config cluster search

4. splunk edit cluster-setup

The correct answer is: splunk edit cluster-config -mode searchhead

The command "splunk edit cluster-config -mode searchhead" is used to configure a cluster search head in a Splunk environment. This command effectively sets the mode for the instance to operate as a search head within a clustered setup. When managing a Splunk cluster, specifically configuring a search head, it is crucial to designate the mode that the instance will run. The specified command clearly indicates that the configuration is for a search head and provides the necessary parameters to define its role in the clustering architecture. This is essential because search heads coordinate and manage the search processes across the clustered indexers, providing users with a unified interface to run their searches. The other commands presented do not apply directly to the configuration of a cluster search head specifically. Each of those alternatives lacks the precise syntax or keyword parameters needed for search head configuration. Understanding the role of search heads and the correct command syntax is vital for any Splunk administrator tasked with managing clustered environments effectively.