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How to install spunk instance

rajneeshc1981
Explorer

I have access to only splunk search head ,how do I install splunk instance locally to my desktop.

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renjith_nair
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@rajneeshc1981 ,

If you are looking for a local "playground", then just download and install the splunk enterprise in your desktop with "free" license.

Follow this and let's know in case of any questions -

WIndows - http://docs.splunk.com/Documentation/Splunk/7.2.0/Installation/InstallonWindows
Linux - http://docs.splunk.com/Documentation/Splunk/7.2.0/Installation/InstallonLinux

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