File data sources are data source files that can be stored on a file server, making the files available to any user who can access them. The 32-bit and 64-bit file-based data sources are created and used in the same manner.
To configure ODBC file client data sources:
1. Start the ODBC Administrator. Select Start / Programs / Progress DataDirect OpenAccess SDK 8.1. Then, select Local Client for ODBC and IP SDK / ODBC Administrator.
2. Click the File DSN tab. The File DSN tab lists any file data sources in the specified directory.
3. To configure a new data source, click the Add button. A list of installed drivers appears. Select DataDirect OpenAccess Local 8.1; then, click OK.
The Create New Data Source window appears.
4. Type the name of the file data source you want to create or click Browse to select an existing file data source; then, click Next.
The Create New Data Source window displays the settings you have configured for this data source.
5. Click Finish to create the file data source. A series of connection dialogs appear as described in . The file data source will be saved after you enter the correct information in the connection dialog boxes.
