To install Splunk on a Windows server in 2023 and above, you can follow these step-by-step instructions:

1. **Download Splunk**: Visit the Splunk website and download the latest version of Splunk for Windows.

2. **Run the Installer**: Locate the downloaded installer file and double-click on it to run the installer.

3. **Accept the License Agreement**: Read and accept the Splunk license agreement to proceed with the installation.

4. **Choose Installation Location**: Select the destination folder where you want to install Splunk. The default location is usually recommended.

5. **Select Components**: Choose the components you want to install. The default selection includes Splunk Enterprise and Universal Forwarder.

6. **Configure Splunk Web**: Set the port number for accessing Splunk Web. The default port is 8000, but you can choose a different port if needed.

7. **Set Splunk Administrator Credentials**: Enter a username and password for the Splunk administrator account. Make sure to choose a strong password.

8. **Choose Data Inputs**: Select the data inputs you want to configure during the installation. You can skip this step and configure inputs later if needed.

9. **Start Splunk**: Choose whether to start Splunk automatically after the installation or manually start it later.

10. **Complete the Installation**: Review the installation summary and click "Install" to begin the installation process.

11. **Wait for Installation Completion**: The installer will run and install Splunk on your Windows server. Wait for the installation to complete.

12. **Access Splunk Web**: Once the installation is complete, you can access Splunk Web by opening a web browser and entering the URL: `[ Ссылка ]` (replace "localhost" with the IP address or hostname of your server if accessing remotely).

13. **Login to Splunk**: Enter the username and password you set during the installation to log in to Splunk Web.

That's it! You have successfully installed Splunk on your Windows server. You can now start configuring data inputs, creating dashboards, and exploring the features of Splunk.

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