Published: Andreas Wiebe, 16 January 2011 - 04:35

Installing the MySQL ODBC driver in Windows

1. Download and install the MySQL ODBC driver
   1. You can obtain the MySQL ODBC driver here:
      http://dev.mysql.com/downloads/connector/odbc/5.1.html
      • Hint: For simplicity download the MSI version and make sure you get the correct driver for your operating system (32-bit or 64-bit)
   2. Once downloaded, double-click the file
      • Note: Windows Vista and Windows 7 a dialog will pop asking for administrative rights, you can click ok
   3. When the setup wizard opens, Click Next
      
   4. Select Typical as the setup type and click Next
      
   5. Review the installation settings and click Install
      
   6. Wait for the MySQL ODBC drivers install to complete
      
   7. Once completed click Finish