Topic: Connect to MDB - Civil 3D 2014

[Matt__W]

I'm trying to connect to an MDB file and I'm not quite sure where to begin. I've read posts about ESRI MDB files. I'm not sure if that's what I have or if it's formatted differently. I've tried following this link but when I click ADD my only option is for SQL server. I don't see anything for MDB. HELP!!!

http://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/autocad-civil-3d/troubleshooting/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/Failed-to-create-when-trying-to-Attach-Access-Database-in-Map-3D.html

[mjfarrell]

where is that MDB file located?

Is it on the Server?

Or is it local?

[Matt__W]

It's local. Or I could put it on a network drive. Whichever is easiest.

[mjfarrell]

see attached

you most likely want to use option one....

unless it on a server....in which case you will want to use dataconnect through Map Taskpane <MAPWSPACE>

and you will need log-in credentials...and other particulars of the data store

[mjfarrell]

actually option 1 <oops> I forgot you said MDB

[mjfarrell]

this used to be done through MAP  until autodesk or microsoft decided otherwise...and it was WAY easier then

[Matt__W]

What do you mean "option 1"? User DSN?

When I click ADD this is what I get. I don't have an option for MDB although it shows on the first tab.

[mjfarrell]

you will want to configure....its already there...MDB

[Matt__W]

 

[Matt__W]

Do you know if the driver(s) are located in the install MSI? Or is this strictly a Windows thang?

[mjfarrell]

and....there will be this...to deal with

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/2721825