Error
Error Code:
2037
MySQL Error 2037: Shared Memory Connection Failure
Description
This error indicates that the MySQL client failed to establish a connection to the server using the shared memory protocol. It typically occurs on Windows systems when the client and server are running on the same machine and shared memory is the intended connection method, pointing to an issue with the shared memory segment or its configuration.
Error Message
Shared memory: %s
Known Causes
4 known causesServer Shared Memory Disabled
The MySQL server instance is not configured or enabled to accept connections via the shared memory protocol.
Shared Memory Resource Exhaustion
The operating system's shared memory segment is unavailable, full, or the server cannot allocate the necessary resources for a shared memory connection.
Insufficient Access Permissions
The user account running the MySQL client lacks the necessary permissions to access the shared memory segment created by the MySQL server.
Incorrect Client Connection Protocol
The client application is attempting to connect using the shared memory protocol, but the server is expecting a different method, such as TCP/IP.
Solutions
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- Check the error message carefully for specific details
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- Try restarting the application or service