Installation

CLI Access

visa87
Explorer

I am using the Splunk Web environment. I am not sure how to access the CLI. When a splunk instance is installed on a server , it means we can access that instance via web as well as CLI. Is my understanding correct or do we need seperate setup for CLI. How does it work.

Tags (1)
0 Karma

ppablo
Retired

Hi @visa87

The documentation on how to access the CLI based on your OS can be found here:
http://docs.splunk.com/Documentation/Splunk/6.2.1/Admin/AbouttheCLI

thomrs
Communicator

There are a number if commands for admin purposes.

http://docs.splunk.com/Documentation/Splunk/6.2.1/Admin/CLIadmincommands

Got questions? Get answers!

Join the Splunk Community Slack to learn, troubleshoot, and make connections with fellow Splunk practitioners in real time!

Meet up IRL or virtually!

Join Splunk User Groups to connect and learn in-person by region or remotely by topic or industry.

Get Updates on the Splunk Community!

Why Splunk Customers Should Attend Cisco Live 2026 Las Vegas

Why Splunk Customers Should Attend Cisco Live 2026 Las Vegas     Cisco Live 2026 is almost here, and this ...

What Is the Name of the USB Key Inserted by Bob Smith? (BOTS Hint, Not the Answer)

Hello Splunkers,   So you searched, “what is the name of the usb key inserted by bob smith?”  Not gonna lie… ...

Automating Threat Operations and Threat Hunting with Recorded Future

    Automating Threat Operations and Threat Hunting with Recorded Future June 29, 2026 | Register   Is your ...