A database DSN (Data Source Name) allow System Five to access the database using SQL. This has both performance improvements, as well as some features, work only with an ODBC connection. ODBC (Open Database Connectivity) is a standard way for programs to access a database. Using the ODBC utility in Windows allows us to configure this technology.

These instructions are for a Windows 10 or newer operating system & PSQL Version 12. Click here for instructions for older operating systems.

The quickest way to load/open ODBC 32bit is through searching it via the Windows Icon, bottom left of the screen.

OR

1. go to Control Panel
2. Administrative Tools
3. ODBC Data Sources 32bit
4. Then follow the steps above to create the DSN Database

OR

If you can't find the (32 bit) from the Control Panel
Run “c:\Windows\SysWOW64\odbcad32.exe”

To Add a System DSN (Data Source Name)

1. Once you have ODBC 32bit loaded
2. Switch to “System DSN” tab
3. Click on “ADD” button
4. Scroll down and select “Pervasive ODB Client Interface”
5. Click on “Finish” button

You will then get the Window above

• Data Source Name = Use the DSN name you create in PCC.
• Description = leave it as is
• Server Name/IP = Enter the Server HostName
• Transport Hint = leave as “Try TCP/IP First, then SPX”

Under “Database Name”

• Click on “Get list” button
• From the drop-down selection box, select the DSN Database you create via PCC
• Then click on “OK” button until FINISH

Windward System5 is a 32bit application, so should your DSN Database. When you create a DSN “either via PCC or ODBC 32bit”, you should always choose a 32bit engine.

The 64bit engine will not work for with Windward System Five.

Search “PSQL Control Center & Documentation” from Windows Or you can simply RUN –> PCC and it will load the same

Once you have PCC loaded, expand the Computer Name. This is always the machine name of the server.

Right-click on “Databases”
Select “NEW” –> “Databases”

You will then have the screen below

• Database Name: give this any name
• Location: point to the _datafiles
• Database Options: Long metadata (V2 metadata) needs to be enabled
• DSN Options: enable “Create 32-bit Engine DSN”

Click FINISH button

To configure the DSN in System Five you will require security access to the setup wizard.

1. From the Menu choose Setup Tools
2. Select Setup Wizard (You will require Master File Maintenance security [1.2] to modify settings)
3. Choose Network Settings
4. Select Pervasive.SQL Databases
5. Check System Five DSN (Data Source Name) checkbox.
6. Enter your Server Name and Click the “Get list” button
7. Choose from the drop-down the DSN created
8. Click the “Test DSN” button to confirm a successful connection.