Help needed with SQL Server ODBC connection issue
I’m hitting a roadblock while setting up an ODBC connection to my SQL Server. Every time I try to connect, I get this error message:
Connection failed: SQLState: '01000' SQL Server Error: 53
[Microsoft][ODBC SQL Server Driver][DBNETLIB]ConnectionOpen (Connect()).
Connection failed: SQLState: '08001' SQL Server Error: 17
[Microsoft][ODBC SQL Server Driver][DBNETLIB]SQL Server does not exist or access denied.
I’ve double-checked the server name and login details, but no luck. The connection just won’t go through. Any ideas on what might be causing this? Could it be a firewall issue or something else I’m overlooking?
Really appreciate any tips or suggestions to get this sorted out. Thanks in advance!
hmmm, that’s a tricky one! have you tried checking if the SQL Server service is actually running on the server? sometimes it can be stopped without us realizing. Also, can you ping the server from your machine? might help narrow down if its a network issue. What version of SQL Server are you using btw?
I encountered a similar issue recently. One often-overlooked aspect is the SQL Server Configuration Manager. Ensure that the TCP/IP protocol is enabled for your SQL Server instance. Additionally, verify that the SQL Browser service is running, especially if you’re using named instances. If these checks don’t resolve the issue, consider reviewing the SQL Server error logs for any specific connection rejection reasons. They can provide valuable insights into why the server might be denying access. Lastly, if you’re connecting remotely, confirm that the SQL Server is configured to allow remote connections.
yo, sounds like a headache! have u checked the firewall settings? sometimes they block sql server ports. also, make sure ur using the right instance name if its not the default. might wanna try connecting with ip address instead of server name too. good luck man!