Splunk 3.4.6 User Manual

This is Splunk User Manual document, which introduces how to install and use Splunk.

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Brand
SYSTEX
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
14
File format
PDF
File size
1.8 MB
Published
09 February, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
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Splunk 3.4.6 User Manual PDF

About this manual

This manual, prepared by SYSTEX Taiwan, provides step‑by‑step instructions for installing and configuring Splunk 3.4.6 on Windows systems. It includes safety precautions, required operating system specifications, and guidance for accessing the Splunk Web UI.

The document explains how to add data sources via Files & Directories, Network Ports (e.g., syslog UDP:514), and how to perform searches, create dashboards, and generate reports. It also points to online resources such as SplunkBase for pre‑configured inputs and the official Splunk support site.

What's inside

  • Precautions Before Use
  • Installation and OS Requirements
  • Data Input – Files & Directories
  • Data Input – Network Ports
  • Search Operations
  • Report Generation
  • Dashboard Overview

Specifications

Supported operating systemWindows
Minimum browserMozilla Firefox 1.5 or later
Required Flash versionAdobe Flash 9

Frequently asked questions

How do I add a new data input from files or directories?

Open the Data Input management page, select "Files & Directories", click "New Input", and specify the full path to the files you want to index.

What is the shortcut to open the report merging window?

Press the designated shortcut key (shown on the keyboard) to open the report merge dialog.

Where can I find additional pre‑configured inputs for Splunk?

Download them from SplunkBase via the "Download inputs from SplunkBase" link in the Data Input section.

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