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how to start up the stream fwd process

iherb_0718
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hi on a windows server how would i start the streamfwd process? I had to END the process in taskmgr but now I want to start it again.

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scelikok
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Hi @iherb_0718,

You should restart SplunkForwarder Service. It will restart streamfwd process too. There is no other way on Windows.

 

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scelikok
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Hi @iherb_0718,

You should restart SplunkForwarder Service. It will restart streamfwd process too. There is no other way on Windows.

 

If this reply helps you an upvote and "Accept as Solution" is appreciated.
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