What is port number for database?

What port should I use for database?

Port 1433 for TCP is needed to connect to the SQL database instance. By default, SQL will attempt to use 1433. If that port is unavailable, it will automatically choose another port.

How do I find my database port number?

1Start the Server Network Utility (Start > All Programs > Microsoft SQL Server > Server Network Utility)2Select the General tab and then select the instance name of interest (e.g. SMS3000) from the list of instances.3Click on the TCP/IP and then select Properties.The TCP/IP port that is being using is listed.

Why do databases have ports?

A port is what allows any program to communicate over a network. Think of it like a television channel or radio frequency. Protocols like TCP and UDP are how programs communicate from port to port.

What is the default port used for databases?

TCP 1433. TCP 1433 is the port selected for SQL Server by default. It is the official socket number of the IANA (Agency for Internet Protocol Names and Unique Parameters) for SQL Server. You can configure SQL Server to listen on a different port, but in most cases port 1433 is used.