cisco-thousandeyes-setup

Automates ThousandEyes app for Splunk setup with OAuth, HEC indexes, and inputs.

36|7|Updated Mar 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/chambear2809/splunk-cisco-skills --skill cisco-thousandeyes-setup
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Skill: cisco-thousandeyes-setup
Source: https://github.com/chambear2809/splunk-cisco-skills/tree/main/skills/cisco-thousandeyes-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/chambear2809/splunk-cisco-skills --skill cisco-thousandeyes-setup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires python3, curl, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Automates the setup of the Cisco ThousandEyes app for Splunk by provisioning OAuth, HEC, indexes, and data inputs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • OAuth device code flow for seamless authentication without passwords.
  • Automated HEC token creation and six default indexes (metrics, traces, events, activity, alerts, pathvis).
  • Enable and configure inputs (metrics, traces, events, activity, alerts) with optional path visualization, ITSI integration support, and validation steps.

Quick Start

Configure the ThousandEyes app for Splunk by running the setup.sh script and following the guided prompts.

Frequently Asked Questions about cisco-thousandeyes-setup

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Cisco ThousandEyes app setup in Splunk?

Automate Cisco ThousandEyes app setup in Splunk by running a setup script that provisions OAuth authentication, creates HEC tokens, configures six default indexes, and enables data inputs for metrics, traces, events, activity, and alerts.

What indexes does the ThousandEyes Splunk app create during setup?

The ThousandEyes Splunk setup creates six default indexes for metrics, traces, events, activity, alerts, and pathvis, along with corresponding HEC tokens to receive and route the incoming data streams.

Can I use OAuth device code flow to authenticate ThousandEyes data inputs in Splunk?

Yes, you can use OAuth device code flow to authenticate ThousandEyes data inputs in Splunk without passwords. The automated setup provisions the OAuth configuration and validates the deployment for you.

Do I need python3 and curl to configure ThousandEyes data streams in Splunk?

Yes, you need python3 and curl installed in your environment to run the setup script that provisions HEC tokens, indexes, and data inputs for ThousandEyes data streams in Splunk.

Does the ThousandEyes Splunk setup support ITSI integration and path visualization?

Yes, the ThousandEyes Splunk setup supports optional ITSI integration and path visualization. The script enables inputs and configures these features during the initial deployment or daily onboarding operations.

What is the best way to onboard ThousandEyes alerts and metrics into Splunk?

The best way to onboard ThousandEyes alerts and metrics into Splunk is running the automated setup script, which creates the necessary indexes, provisions HEC tokens, and enables the data inputs seamlessly without manual configuration.