Microsoft SQL Server is an open-source column-oriented DBMS for online analytical processing that allows users to generate analytical reports using SQL queries in real-time.
Use one of the following methods to make a connection:
To create the connection you need:
Follow the Go Microsoft SQL Server Documentation to obtain your credentials.
In the Blink platform, navigate to the Connections page > Add connection. A New Connection dialog box opens displaying icons of external service providers available.
Select the Microsoft SQL Server icon. A dialog box with name of the connection and connection methods appears.
(Optional) Edit the name of the connection. At a later stage you cannot edit the name.
Select Password & Username as the method to make the connection.
Fill in the parameters:
(Optional) Click Test Connection to test it.
Click Create connection. The new connection appears on the Connections page.
An alternative type of authentication is a custom Data Source Name (DSN) for Blink.
View the Go Microsoft SQL Server Documentation on how to format the connection string.