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# Create a Cloudera Impala connection

# Create a Cloudera Impala connection {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Australia  
Updated March 12, 2026  
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Establish a zero copy connection to a Cloudera Impala system in Zero Copy Connector Hub.

## Before you begin

Role required: df_connection_admin

## About this task

Work with your data source admin to create a connection to Cloudera Impala. For additional information about connecting to Cloudera Impala, refer to the [Cloudera Impala documentation](https://docs.cloudera.com/cdw-runtime/1.5.4/integrating-hive-and-bi/topics/hive_locate_the_jdbc_driver.html).

## Procedure

1. Navigate to the available primary connectors in Zero Copy Connector Hub in one of the following ways:
   * Navigate to AllWorkflow Data Fabric HubAvailable connectorsPrimary connectors.
   * Navigate to AdminWorkflow Data Fabric HubAvailable connectorsPrimary connectors.
   {#create-cloudera-impala-connection__choices_n5p_vrt_k2c}
2. Find the Cloudera Impala connector and select Connect.
3. On the form, fill in the fields.  
   {#create-cloudera-impala-connection__table_kmx_fw1_2fc__entry__2}

   | Field | Description |
   |-|-|
   | Name and description ||
   | Connection label | Unique name for this connection. This helps in identifying the connection within your system. |
   | Connection name | System-generated name based on the Connection label. This field cannot be modified once the connection is established. |
   | Short description | Description of the connection explaining what it is about. |
   | Connection attributes ||
   | Connection URL | JDBC URL to establish the connection. For example: <kbd class="ph userinput">jdbc:cloudera://&lt;host&gt;:&lt;port&gt;;database=&lt;databaseName&gt;</kbd> |
   | Authentication methods ||
   | Authentication method | Authentication method to use with Cloudera Impala. Default is Basic Authentication. |
   | User ID | User ID associated with the source. |
   | Password | Password associated with the user ID. |
   [Table 1. New Cloudera Impala Connection form]

   {#create-cloudera-impala-connection__table_kmx_fw1_2fc}
4. Select Connect.

## Result

A test connection is made to the external data source, verifying that the connection details are correct and the data source is accessible.

## What to do next

If the connection succeeds, configure data steward access on the Access Control tab. See .

If the connection fails, verify the connection details with your data source administrator and try again.

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