Data Connection - ODBC Data Source
Select an ODBC data source.
This page lists all of the database sources accessible through ODBC from your computer. The database sources are configured through the ODBC Manager.
To add a new data source, click New. If you are asked for a connect string, refer to the information below:
Table 52. Connection String Information
| Database | Description |
|---|
DB2 | Ssname/SQLid is the subsystem name and SQL authorization ID to use. |
Informix | Database is the name of the database to use. |
Oracle | [Username]/[Password[@Database]] is your user name and password for the database. Optionally, you can specify the connection string for the database. |
SQL Server | Data_Source_Name/[Username]/[Password] is the name you give to the ODBC driver when you set up the driver, your user name, and the password for the database. |
Sybase | Username/[Password] is your user name and password for the database. |
Related Topics
Creating a New Data Source Connection