What defines a connection priority in the Splunk UI?

Connection priority in the Splunk UI is primarily defined by the order of servers. This concept refers to how Splunk determines which server to use when your deployment involves multiple servers, such as in a distributed environment. In this scenario, the first server listed in the connection settings typically has the highest priority, and Splunk attempts to establish a connection with it first.

If that primary server is not available, Splunk will then attempt to connect to the next server in the defined order. This priority setting allows administrators to optimize their data ingestion and search processes by designating certain servers as favored paths for data flow based on their roles, load balance considerations, or geographic proximity.

Other elements like authentication type, latency metrics, or data volume may influence performance or the choice of connections in different contexts but do not directly establish connection priority within the Splunk UI framework. These factors might be related to ensuring secure connections, managing optimal response times, or handling large datasets, yet they do not dictate which connection should be prioritized overall.