This dialog is used to set up a connection to a IBM DB2 database, allowing you to choose whether to analyze data in-database or to import it into your analysis. Note that you need to install a driver on your computer to get access to the IBM DB2 connector. See the system requirements at http://support.spotfire.com/sr_spotfire_dataconnectors.asp to find the correct driver. You can also view Getting Started with Connectors to learn more about getting access to connectors in Spotfire.
To add a new IBM DB2 connection to the library:
Select Tools > Manage Data Connections.
Click Add New > Data Connection and select IBM DB2.
To add a new IBM DB2 connection to an analysis:
Select File > Add Data Tables....
Click Add.
Select Connection To > IBM DB2.
Option |
Description |
Server |
The name of the server where your data is located. To include a port number, add it directly after the name preceded by colon. Example with port number: |
Username |
The username you wish to use when logging into the IBM DB2 database. |
Password |
The password for the specified username. |
Database |
The name of the database where your data is located. |
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