Windows 7 Windows 7 and Dreamweaver

[joelg]

I am running Windows 7 with IIS. I am trying to connect to it via my local network to used it as a test server for Dreamweaver. When i try to connect to the ODBC, i get an error 401, access denied. Im pretty sure it is a security issue but i need some help.

 

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It seems like you are encountering an issue with accessing ODBC (Open Database Connectivity) on your Windows 7 machine running IIS (Internet Information Services) when trying to connect it as a test server for Dreamweaver. The error 401 typically indicates an "Access Denied" error, which does suggest a security-related problem. To troubleshoot this issue and resolve the access denied error, here are some steps you can take: 1. Check ODBC Configuration: - Make sure that your ODBC connection is correctly configured. Verify the connection settings, including the database server name, credentials, and permissions. 2. Check IIS Settings: - Ensure that IIS is properly configured to allow external connections. Check the IIS settings to make sure that it allows connections from your local network. 3. Check Firewall Settings: - Your Windows firewall settings might be blocking the connection. Ensure that the necessary ports for ODBC connections are open in the firewall settings. 4. Check User Permissions: - Verify that the user account you are using has the necessary permissions to access the ODBC connection and the database. 5. Credentials: - Double-check the credentials you are using to connect to the ODBC. Ensure that they are correct and have the required permissions. 6. Restart Services: - Sometimes, restarting the IIS service, the ODBC service, or the server itself can resolve connectivity issues. 7. Error Logs: - Check the Event Viewer logs for any specific error messages related to the access denied issue. This can provide more detailed information about the problem. 8. Debugging: - Use tools like Wireshark to capture network traffic and see if there are any specific issues when the connection is attempted. By following these steps and checking the configurations and settings, you should be able to identify the cause of the access denied error and resolve it to establish a successful connection to your Windows 7 IIS server via ODBC for Dreamweaver testing. If you need further assistance or encounter any specific errors during these steps, feel free to provide more details for a more targeted solution.