Configure ODBC Driver for SQL Server

Connecting to an Amazon Redshift cluster using an ODBC driver is a straightforward process that requires some basic configuration steps. Before you begin, ensure you have the correct endpoint of your Amazon Redshift cluster and the appropriate ODBC driver installed on your system.

For 32-bit systems, you will need to use the 'Amazon Redshift (x86)' ODBC driver. For 64-bit systems, you can choose from the available options depending on your operating system. Amazon Redshift provides 64-bit ODBC drivers for Linux, Windows, and macOS X.

If you want to set up an ODBC connection, follow these steps:

1. Ensure that your client computer or Amazon EC2 instance has the necessary ODBC driver installed.

2. Open the ODBC Data Source Administrator on your system. The location of this tool may vary depending on your operating system.

3. Click 'Add' to create a new data source.

4. Select 'SQL Server' as the driver type and choose the Amazon Redshift ODBC driver from the list of available drivers.

5. Enter the necessary connection details, including the endpoint of your Amazon Redshift cluster.

Alternatively, if your client tool supports JDBC, you may prefer to use that type of connection instead of ODBC. JDBC connections are often easier to configure than ODBC connections.

For more information on installing and configuring the Amazon Redshift ODBC driver, refer to the official documentation provided by Amazon. This includes release notes for the latest versions of the ODBC driver, as well as prerequisites and functionality details.

Please note that the 32-bit ODBC drivers are no longer supported or updated, except for urgent security patches. Therefore, it is recommended to use the 64-bit ODBC drivers instead.

By following these steps and using the correct ODBC driver, you should be able to establish a successful connection to your Amazon Redshift cluster from your client tool or application.

Configure odbc driver for sql server