Why I cant connect to my SQL server?

Can not connect to the database?

Check that it is not blocking the GFI Product from making outgoing connections to the SQL Server. Make sure that outgoing TCP connections are allowed to SQL Server. If a firewall is being used on the SQL Server machine make sure that it allows incoming connections and that the SQL Server port is not being blocked.

How do I fix failed to connect to MySQL?

MySQL default port is 3306 but it may be unavailable for some reasons, try to restart your machine. Also sesrch for your MySQL configuration file (should be called "my. cnf") and check if the used port is 3306 or 3307, if is 3307 you can change it to 3306 and then reboot your MySQL server.

Can't connect to MySQL server from remote?

How to Allow Remote Connections to MySQLStep 1: Edit MySQL Config File.Step 2: Set up Firewall to Allow Remote MySQL Connection. Option 1: UFW (Uncomplicated Firewall) Option 2: FirewallD. Option 3: Open Port 3306 with iptables.Step 3: Connect to Remote MySQL Server.

How do I connect to MySQL?

To Connect to a MySQL Database1Click Services tab.2Expand the Drivers node from the Database Explorer. ... 3Enter User Name and Password. ... 4Click OK to accept the credentials. ... 5Click OK to accept the default schema.6Right-click the MySQL Database URL in the Services window (Ctrl-5).