Port 2947 is primarily used for Network Time Protocol (NTP) daemon service. It is typically used for time synchronization between devices on a network. Additionally, it can also be used for communication between Global Positioning System (GPS) devices and software applications, such as GPSD, which uses port 2947 for GPS data exchange.
Ports those registered with IANA are shown as official ports. The same port number may be unofficialy used by various services or applications. The official usage are listed separately below its usage may change from time to time.
Official
Port |
Protocol (TCP/UDP) |
Title |
Description |
Port Type |
Port 2947 |
tcp |
gpsd |
GPS Daemon request/response |
REGISTERED PORT |
Port 2947 |
udp |
gpsd |
GPS Daemon request/response |
REGISTERED PORT |
UnOfficial
Unofficialy or sometimes with conflict, the same port may be used by different applications.
Port | Protocol (TCP/UDP) | Description |