What does the port number 27000-27009 represent in Tableau?

The port numbers 27000 to 27009 in Tableau are specifically reserved for the Licensing Service. This service is essential for managing the licenses of Tableau products, allowing users to authenticate their software and ensure compliance with licensing agreements. The licenses are tied to these ports, enabling the proper functioning of the various Tableau products by validating the license status when the software is initiated or when new features are accessed.

Using this range dedicated to the Licensing Service is crucial for maintaining efficient license management across Tableau installations. It helps prevent conflicts with other services that might utilize different port ranges. Understanding this allocation is important for setting up and troubleshooting Tableau environments effectively.