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Tableau can connect to many types of data sources. If you want to get Tableau connected to your unit’s internal database or another server, there are a few steps to follow.
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BEFORE YOU CONNECT Make sure that the firewall on the server is updated to allow traffic from the You may need to install a driver for Tableau depending on the database type |
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, which may require administrator privileges on your machine. Start following the instructions below, and you will be prompted to |
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add the driver if it is needed - or check out all driver downloads on Tableau’s Support site at (login required): https://www.tableau.com/support/drivers. This site also has additional support articles on the specific detailed information required for each connection type. |
You will be prompted for a server name, port, login information, and potentially more, depending on the database type.
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You will be prompted for a server name, port, login information, and potentially more, depending on the database type.
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We typically recommend using an extract when connecting to a database. It typically results in better performance. When you publish your dashboard to Tableau Server, you can schedule an extract refresh.
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