Final answer:
To add inputs on a forwarder, supported methods include manual configuration, using a configuration bundle, deployment server, and forwarder management, each offering different advantages for managing Splunk deployments.
Step-by-step explanation:
The supported configuration methods to add inputs on a forwarder include:
Manual configuration: This is where you edit configuration files directly, such as inputs.conf, to define what data to collect.
Configuration bundle: This involves creating a configuration bundle that can be applied to forwarders that have already been set up.
Deployment server: A centralized management tool that pushes configuration updates to forwarders in a distributed environment.
Forwarder management (also known as distributed management console): It provides a user interface for managing forwarders and deployment server configurations.
Each method offers a different balance of control, scalability, and ease of use, and the best choice may depend on the size and complexity of the Splunk deployment.