Progress OpenEdge ODBC 7.1.6 Windows
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Progress(R) DataDirect(R)
Progress(R) DataDirect(R) for ODBC for Progress OpenEdge(TM) Wire Protocol Driver
Windows Platforms (32- and 64-bit)
Release 7.1.6
February 2026
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CONTENTS
Post-GA Product Announcements
Installation Directory
Driver Requirements
Data Source and Platform Support
Third-party Components Compatibility Matrix
Changes Since 7.1.6 GA
Changes for 7.1.6 GA
Notes, Known Problems, and Restrictions
Driver Workaround Options
Documentation
Installed Files for 32-bit Drivers
Installed Files for 64-bit Drivers
Post-GA Product Announcements
The readme files will no longer be updated with product announcements and new
features after the General Availability (GA) of the product. For the latest
updates and enhancements, please refer to the release notes
(https://www.progress.com/datadirect-connectors/whats-new).
Installation Directory
* The default installation directory for the 32-bit driver on a 64-bit
system is:
C:\Program Files (x86)\Progress\DataDirect\ODBC
* The default installation directory for all other installations is:
C:\Program Files\Progress\DataDirect\ODBC
Driver Requirements
IMPORTANT: You must have the Microsoft Data Access Components (MDAC)
installed to use this product.
- For 32-bit Windows systems, version 2.6 or higher is required.
- For 64-bit Windows systems, version 2.8 or higher is required.
Depending on the version of your Windows operating system, these
components may already be installed. You can download a utility that
determines whether MDAC is installed and its version from the following
Microsoft site:
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/data/aa937730.aspx
You can also download MDAC from the same site.
Data Source and Platform Support
For the latest data source and platform support information, refer to the
Product Compatibility Guide:
https://docs.progress.com/bundle/datadirect-product-compatibility/resource/
datadirect-product-compatibility.pdf
Third-party Components Compatibility Matrix
For information about the third-party components that are installed with the
product, refer to the ODBC Third-party Components Compatibility Matrix on the
DataDirect Product Life Cycle page:
https://docs.progress.com/bundle/datadirect-product-life-cycle/page/topics/
datadirect_life_cycle/datadirect-product-life-cycle.html
Changes Since 7.1.6 GA
ICU Library Upgrade (74.1)
--------------------------
The ICU library files that are installed with the product have been
upgraded to version 74.1. As a part of this upgrade, the ICU library
file names have changed:
* For the 32-bit driver: From ivicu28.dll to ivicu.dll
* For the 64-bit driver: From ddicu28.dll to ddicu.dll
Notes:
* This upgrade is available starting in build 08.02.1072 of the ICU
library files.
* ivicu27.dll and ddicu27.dll will continue to be included in the product
package to support driver functionality.
Trace Library File Name Change
------------------------------
The trace library file names have been changed from ivtrc27.dll to
ivtrc28.dll (32-bit) and from ddtrc27.dll to ddtrc28.dll (64-bit) to
have the same file names across all platforms. This change allows for
faster release of security updates and a more consistent user
experience.
Note: To support the trace library file name change, the following
ICU library files have been added to the product package:
ivicu28.dll (32-bit) and ddicu28.dll (64-bit)
SSL Enhancement (3.0.9)
-----------------------
Note: OpenSSL library 3.0.9 has been replaced with a later version. For
the latest information about the third-party components that are installed
with the product, refer to the ODBC Third-party Components Compatibility
Matrix on the DataDirect Product Life Cycle page:
https://docs.progress.com/bundle/datadirect-product-life-cycle/page/topics/
datadirect_life_cycle/datadirect-product-life-cycle.html.
The default version of the OpenSSL library has been upgraded to version
3.0.9, which fixes the security vulnerabilities listed on the following
page: https://www.openssl.org/news/vulnerabilities-3.0.html
This upgrade is available in build 08.02.0595 of the following OpenSSL
library files: ivopenssl30.dll (32-bit) and ddopenssl30.dll (64-bit).
Notes:
* The driver supports the following OpenSSL 3.0 providers: Default and
FIPS.
* The FIPS provider is supported only on the following platforms:
Windows 64-bit, Linux 64-bit, and AIX 64-bit.
* The following connection options have been added to configure the
driver to use OpenSSL 3.0: Enable FIPS (EnableFIPS), OpenSSL Config File
(OpenSSLConfigFile), and OpenSSL Provider Path (OpenSSLProviderPath).
For more information on the new connection options and how to configure
the driver to use OpenSSL 3.0, refer to the user's guide.
* When installing a new version of the product, the installer program will
automatically replace the OpenSSL 1.1.1 library files with the OpenSSL 3.0
library files in the install directory, which will impact all the DataDirect
ODBC drivers installed on a machine. Therefore:
- If you are using multiple 7.1 drivers, upgrade all your drivers to the latest
version.
- If you are using both 8.0 and 7.1 versions of the driver, copy the xxtls28.dll
file to a different location before installing a new version of the 7.1 driver.
Copy it back to the install directory once the installation is complete.
End of Support for OpenSSL 1.1.1
--------------------------------
The product no longer includes version 1.1.1 of the OpenSSL library.
The library will reach the end of its product life cycle in September 2023
and will not receive any security updates after that. Note that continuing
to use the library after September 2023 can potentially expose you to
security vulnerabilities.
Note: As a result of this change, when installing a new version of the product,
the installer program will automatically remove version 1.1.1 of the library
from the install directory, which will impact all the DataDirect ODBC drivers
installed on a machine.
Installer Upgrade
-----------------
The installer program has been enhanced to use a more modern and
secure technology. As a result of this enhancement:
* The default installation location has been changed to:
- For the 32-bit driver on a 64-bit system:
C:\Program Files (86)\Progress\DataDirect\ODBC
- For all other installations:
C:\Program Files\Progress\DataDirect\ODBC
* The new installer program does not support upgrading installations
made with earlier versions of the installer. You will need to
uninstall the existing installation and reinstall with the new
installer to resume upgrades in the same directory.
* The existing data sources cannot be used until they are
updated to point to the new installation location. To learn
how to update them, refer to the best practices documented
at https://community.progress.com/s/.
* License keys you have used for the retired 7.1 installer cannot
be used with the new installer. Request new keys by either
contacting the Progress DataDirect Technical Support team or visiting
https://www.progress.com/datadirect-connectors/request-upgrade.
Support for Azul Zulu JRE 11
----------------------------
The installer program has been enhanced to support Azul Zulu JRE 11.
As a result of this change, the installer has ended support for platforms
that do not support Java SE 8 or higher. The installer supports the following
operating systems after the enhancement:
* Windows:
- Windows 8.1 or higher
- Windows Server 2012 RC2 or higher
Important: These changes do not affect the operating system requirements of
the driver.
Support for SQLCancel Function for SELECT Statements with
OpenEdge V12.4 and Higher
----------------------------------------------------------
The driver has been enhanced to support the SQLCancel function for SELECT
statements with OpenEdge V12.4 and higher. If a SELECT statement is cancelled
during the first or a subsequent fetch operation, the driver returns a
"query aborted" exception. This method can be used by a thread to cancel a
statement that is being executed by another thread. One or more statements may
be cancelled if the method is called on a statement object that is executing
multiple statements simultaneously and the driver may not return expected
results. The driver supports this function for ODBC 3.x applications only.
End of Support for OpenSSL 1.0.2
--------------------------------
The product no longer includes version 1.0.2 of the OpenSSL library.
The library has reached the end of its product life cycle and is not
receiving security updates anymore. Note that continuing to use the
library could potentially expose you to security vulnerabilities.
Note: As a result of this change, when installing a new version of the
driver, the installer program will automatically remove version 1.0.2
of the library from the install directory.
Documentation
-------------
Any product package made available after February 9, 2021 will not include the
HTML help system or user's guide PDF. The Progress DataDirect Connect Series for
ODBC documentation set is available via product and data source tiles from the
Progress Information Hub:
https://docs.progress.com
While the product packages will not include these documentation items, the
installation Help directory will provide an HTML redirect for direct access
to the HTML help.
Timestamp Logging in Packet Logs
--------------------------------
The drivers using base version B0548 and later have been enhanced to include
timestamp in the internal packet logs by default. If you want to disable the
timestamp logging in packet logs, set PacketLoggingOptions=1. The internal
packet logging is not enabled by default. To enable it, set
EnablePacketLogging=1.
AllowedOpenSSLVersions
----------------------
Determines which version of the OpenSSL library file the driver uses for data
encryption when multiple versions are installed with the product. For example,
when specifying a value of 1.1.1 (AllowedOpenSSLVersions=1.1.1), the driver
uses the 1.1.1 version of the library stored in the /lib subdirectory. Refer to
the user's guide for more information.
Changes for 7.1.6 GA
Support for CryptoLibName and SSLLibName Connection Options
-----------------------------------------------------------
The new CryptoLibName and SSLLibName connection options allow you to
designate the OpenSSL libraries used when SSL is enabled.
Notes, Known Problems, and Restrictions
The following are notes, known problems, or restrictions with
Release 7.1.6 of the driver.
Specifying values for the same connection option multiple times
---------------------------------------------------------------
The driver does not support specifying values for the same connection
option multiple times in a connection string or DSN. If a value is
specified using the same attribute multiple times or using both
long and short attributes, the connection may fail or the driver may
not behave as intended.
Disabling Diffie-Hellman Cipher Suites
--------------------------------------
If your database has not been fixed to address the Logjam vulnerability, you
can still use the most recent version of the OpenSSL Library by disabling the
Diffie-Hellman cipher suites. To disable the Diffie-Hellman cipher suites,
specify the following value for the undocumented CipherList connection option:
CipherList=DEFAULT:-DH
If you have already specified a value for CipherList, add the following to the
existing value:
:-DH
The option-value pair for undocumented options can be specified in the
connection string or the Extended Options field of the GUI. For
details, refer to "Configuring and Connecting to Data Sources" in the
individual driver chapters of the DATADIRECT CONNECT SERIES FOR ODBC
USER'S GUIDE.
126 Error When Modifying Data Sources on Windows 10
---------------------------------------------------
You may receive a 126 error when adding or configuring a data source stored
on a network location. This is caused by the settings of the User Account
Control (UAC) security feature on Windows 10. To work around this issue:
Important: Implementing this fix disables security safeguards that are designed
to protect your machine. Before starting, refer to the following Microsoft
documentation for potential risks associated with disabling the UAC feature:
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/
windows/what-are-user-account-control-settings
1. From the Start menu, type regedit in the search field; then, select regedit
from the results list. The Registry Editor window opens.
2. Navigate to the following registry subkey:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System
3. Right click on the subkey; then, select New > DWORD Value.
4. Rename the new value EnableLinkedConnections.
5. Right-click EnableLinkedConnections, and then click Modify. The Edit DWORD
Value window opens.
6. In the Value data field, type 1. Click OK.
7. Close the Registry Editor; then, restart your computer.
Upgrading from an Evaluation to a Licensed Installation
-------------------------------------------------------
If you have installed an evaluation copy of the drivers and want to
upgrade to a licensed version, you must use the Modify option of the
installation program.
Installing and Removing Default Data Sources
--------------------------------------------
When you first install a driver, you are given the option to install a
default data source for that driver. We recommend that you install
default data sources when you first install the drivers. If you do not
install the default data source at this time, you will be unable to
install a default data source for this driver later. To install a
default data source for a driver after the initial installation, you
must uninstall the driver and then reinstall it.
For SSL Users
-------------
When trying to connect to a database using SSL encryption, you may
receive an error message similar to: "PRNG not seeded". This is because
certain versions of some operating systems do not generate truly random
numbers necessary for encryption. For more information about this error
and available patches, please refer to the Web site:
http://www.openssl.org/support/faq.html#USER1
SQLColAttribute(s)
------------------
The column attributes 1001 and 1002, which were assigned as DataDirect-
specific attributes, were inadvertently used as system attributes by
the Microsoft 3.0 ODBC implementation. Applications using those
attributes must now use 1901 and 1902, respectively.
SQL_C_NUMERIC
-------------
Because of inconsistencies in the ODBC specification, users attempting
to use SQL_C_NUMERIC parameters must set the precision and scale values
of the corresponding structure and the descriptor fields in the
Application Parameter Descriptor.
For Developers Using IIS
------------------------
One of the most common connectivity issues encountered while using IIS
(Microsoft's Internet Information Server) concerns the use and settings
of the account permissions. If you encounter problems using DataDirect
drivers with an IIS server, refer to KnowledgeBase document number 4274
on the Progress DataDirect web site:
http://knowledgebase.datadirect.com.
Driver Workaround Options
Progress DataDirect has included non-standard connection options
(workarounds) for the drivers that enable you to take full advantage of
packaged ODBC-enabled applications requiring non-standard or extended
behavior.
Refer to the chapter "WorkAround Options" in the DATADIRECT CONNECT
SERIES FOR ODBC REFERENCE for a description of these options.
Documentation
PROGRESS DATADIRECT CONNECT SERIES FOR ODBC DOCUMENTATION SET
-------------------------------------------------------------
The Progress DataDirect Connect Series for ODBC documentation set is available
via product and data source tiles from the Progress Information Hub:
https://docs.progress.com
You can access the online help system directly via the HTML redirect in the
installation Help directory.
Installed Files for the 32-bit Driver
This file list assumes a full installation of the driver and
documentation.
The installer copies the following file to the Windows system
directory:
ivtrc28.dll DataDirect trace library
The installer copies the following files and subdirectories to the
product installation directory, by default:
For 32-bit drivers on 64-bit machines:
C:\Program Files (x86)\Progress\DataDirect\ODBC\:
For all other installations:
C:\Program Files\Progress\DataDirect\ODBC\:
\<install_dir>\:
----------------
license.txt Progress DataDirect license agreement
\drivers:
---------
ivoe27.dll OpenEdge Wire Protocol driver
ivicu27.dll Unicode conversion tables
ivicu.dll Unicode conversion tables
IVODBC.LIC DataDirect License File
ivopenssl30.dll TLS/SSL support file (OpenSSL library
version 3.0)
ivtrc28.dll DataDirect trace library
ivtrn27.dll DataDirect sample translation DLL
qesqlext.h Header file for DataDirect-specific
ODBC Definitions
\FIXES:
-------
fixes7.1.txt List of fixes since last release
\help:
-------
*.html HTML redirects to online connector help systems
and documentation resources
\install:
---------
*.* Files associated with the installer program
\jre\:
-----
*.* Files associated with the installed JRE
\NOTICES:
---------
ODBC for OpenEdge
v7.1.6 notices.txt Third-party vendor license agreements
\READMES:
---------
ODBC for OpenEdge
v7.1.6 readme.txt This file
\samples\bulk:
---------------
bulk.c Bulk example source
bulk.exe Bulk application
bulk.mak Bulk example make file
bulk.sln Bulk example solution file
bulk.vcproj Bulk example project file
ddlogging.properties Log configuration file for
the OpenEdge Wire Protocol driver
\samples\bulkstrm:
------------------
bulk.cpp Bulk streaming example source
bulk.hpp Bulk streaming example header
bulk.rc Bulk streaming example resource file
bulkstreaming.sln Bulk streaming example solution file
bulkstreaming.vcproj Bulk streaming example project file
bulkstrm.exe Bulk streaming example application
bulkstrm.txt Bulk streaming description
ddlogging.properties Log configuration file for the
OpenEdge Wire Protocol driver
msgprintf.hpp Bulk streaming example header file
ProgressDataDirect.bmp
ProgressDataDirect.ico
winmain.cpp Bulk streaming example source file
\samples\example:
-----------------
ddlogging.properties Log configuration file for the
OpenEdge Wire Protocol driver
example.c Example source
Example.exe Example application
example.h Example header
Example.mak Example make file
Example.sln Example solution file
Example.vcproj Example project file
\samples\translat:
-----------------
LIBMAIN.C
README.TRN Translation Library example description
TRANSLAT.C Translation Library example source file
WINNT.MAK Translation Library example make file
\tools:
-------
ddextwin.exe License Extender utility
ddprocinfo.exe Processor Information utility
DSNConverterSil.exe Data Source Converter utility
XMLP.exe A GUI demo tool that persists a result set to
an XML data file
\uninstall\:
------------
*.* Files used to uninstall the product
Installed Files for the 64-bit Driver
This file list assumes a full installation of the driver and
documentation.
The installer copies the following file to the Windows system
directory:
ddtrc28.dll DataDirect trace library
The installer copies the following files and subdirectories to the
product installation directory, by default:
C:\Program Files\Progress\DataDirect\ODBC\:
\<install_dir>:
----------------
license.txt Progress DataDirect license agreement
\drivers:
----------
ddoe27.dll OpenEdge Wire Protocol driver
ddicu27.dll Unicode conversion tables
ddicu.dll Unicode conversion tables
DDODBC.LIC DataDirect License File
ddopenssl30.dll TLS/SSL support file (OpenSSL library
version 3.0)
ddtrc28.dll DataDirect trace library
fips.dll Support file for FIPS provider (OpenSSL
library version 3.0)
openssl.cnf Configuration file for FIPS provider
(OpenSSL library version 3.0)
qesqlext.h Header file for DataDirect-specific ODBC
Definitions
\FIXES:
-------
fixes7.1.txt List of fixes since last release
\help:
-------
*.html HTML redirects to online connector help systems
and documentation resources
\install:
---------
*.* Files associated with the installer program
\jre\:
-----
*.* Files associated with the installed JRE
\NOTICES:
---------
ODBC for OpenEdge
v7.1.6 notices.txt Third-party vendor license agreements
\READMES:
---------
ODBC for OpenEdge
v7.1.6 readme.txt This file
\samples\bulk:
--------------
bulk.c Bulk example source
bulk.exe Bulk application
bulk.mak Bulk example make file
bulk.sln Bulk example solution file
bulk.vcproj Bulk example project file
ddlogging.properties Log configuration file for
the OpenEdge Wire Protocol driver
\samples\bulkstrm:
------------------
bulk.cpp Bulk streaming example source
bulk.hpp Bulk streaming example header
bulk.rc Bulk streaming example resource file
bulkstreaming.sln Bulk streaming example solution file
bulkstreaming.vcproj Bulk streaming example project file
bulkstrm.exe Bulk streaming example application
bulkstrm.txt Bulk streaming description
ddlogging.properties Log configuration file for the
OpenEdge Wire Protocol driver
msgprintf.hpp Bulk streaming example header file
ProgressDataDirect.bmp
ProgressDataDirect.ico
winmain.cpp Bulk streaming example source file
\samples\example:
-----------------
ddlogging.properties Log configuration file for the
OpenEdge Wire Protocol driver
example.c Example source
Example.exe Example application
example.h Example header
Example.mak Example make file
Example.sln Example solution file
Example.vcproj Example project file
\samples\translat:
-----------------
LIBMAIN.C
README.TRN Translation Library example description
TRANSLAT.C Translation Library example source file
WINNT.MAK Translation Library example make file
\tools\:
-------
ddextwin.exe License Extender utility
ddprocinfo.exe Processor Information utility
DSNConverterSil.exe Data Source Converter utility
XMLP.exe A GUI demo tool that persists a result set to
an XML data file
\uninstall\:
------------
*.* Files used to uninstall the product
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