Configure a Windows DSN for Zoho CRM

A Data Source Name (DSN) stores connection details, such as server information and user credentials, for establishing a connection to Zoho CRM.

Create a DSN

1. In the Windows search box, enter ODBC Data Sources, then select the version of the ODBC Data Source Administrator that matches the bitness of your third-party application (32-bit or 64-bit).

2. Select the appropriate tab to choose the DSN type:

  • User DSN – Specific to a user account and only accessible to that user.

  • System DSN – Accessible to all users on the computer and used by system-wide applications.

  • File DSN – Portable and system-independent, a File DSN stores connection details in a file, allowing it to be shared across different systems.

Note

Most applications support all DSN types, but some may require a specific one.

3. Click Add.

4. Select Devart ODBC Driver for Zoho CRM, then click Finish.

Create a Windows DSN for Devart ODBC Driver

5. Enter a name for your data source and specify the connection details.

Devart ODBC Driver Configuration dialog with specified connection details

6. Optional: Click Test Connection to verify the connection settings.

Test Connection button highlighted in the Devart ODBC Driver Configuration dialog and the Connection successful notification

7. Click OK.