Expert

The Expert Configure Data Source Wizard allows you to connect to a third-party database using a connection string. It allows more customization than the Windows ODBC or Advanced wizards, but requires expert knowledge.

Third-Party Database Connection String

Data Source Provider

• Click Browse... and select a data source provider from the menu.

Data Source Connection

1. Specify a connection string.

To use a template


1. Click Templates.... The Connection String Templates dialog box will open.
2. Under Template name:, expand the list of available templates.
3. Select a template.
4. Click OK.
5. Under Configure how to connect to your data source:, modify the template to suit your desired database connection.
2. Click Test to test whether the connection works.
3. When you are ready, click Finish.