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srandall
Contributor
8 years ago

Is anyone having problems with password retaining when connecting to a database?

When I set up a data source, when I uncheck the 'Blank Password' box so I can provide a password, enter my password and check my connection, I can connect just fine. However, the box is re-checked on...
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    srandall
    8 years ago

    For anyone else who has experienced this issue, SmartBear was finally able to help me resolve my issue.

     

    While you are setting up your database, select the 'All' tab and change 'Persist Security Info' to True.

     

    Changing this value will allow you to retain your selections:

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tristaanogre
Esteemed Contributor

OK, interesting... 

Before you click "TestConnection", what happens if you just click "OK" on all screens to save all settings before you come back in?

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srandall
Contributor
8 years ago

The same thing happens, unfortunately.

 

OK. So it sounds like I need to get technical support engaged. I want to thank you very much for answering my post and following up to try to help me. It is very much appreciated!!