Connecting with a Data Model

Once a data model is downloaded to or created in theInteractive Reporting document file, theInteractive Reporting document file is associated with theInteractive Reporting database connection file used to create the data model. Interactive Reporting document files store a reference that calls the associated Interactive Reporting database connection file whenever you need to log on to the database to build or process a query.

To log on to a database from an existing Interactive Reporting document file:

Select Tools, then Connection, and then Logon or double-click the connection icon on the Status bar.
The Interactive Reporting database connection dialog box is displayed with the Interactive Reporting database connection file name in the title bar.
Enter the user name and password and click OK.