cannot show window for ODBC connections

[kiwieur]

Hi,

I have an unusual problem, these are the steps i am taking

create new database
get external data >>>> link tables
window pops up with files type
select OBDC
nothing happens and window for selecting files type closes

OS = XP service pack 2
Access 2003

does anyone know why this would happen

Regards

Paul

 

[abaldwin]

Are you on a network? Is the OS Home or Pro verson of XP?

Can you get to the ODBC Connections through Administrative tools from the Start menu?



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[kiwieur]

Hi Andy,

Thanks for your response, in answer to your questions

yes, i am on a network
OS is XP Professional
Yes i can get to the ODBC connections through Admin Tools

Regards

Paul Oliver

 

[abaldwin]

From what I can tell you probably need to do a re-install of office.

Will it work on any other machine or is the symptom propogated to all other machines and users as well.


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[kiwieur]

Hi Andy,

No this seems to be isolated to 2 machines, I did try to repair office but with no luck.

Looks like i will have to follow your suggestion and try a full re-install

Regards

Paul