How to Configure PostgreSQL 8.3 Data Source Drivers

To configure a data source for connecting to a PostgreSQL server, follow these steps:
  1. Open the Preferences dialog box and go to Data Sources.
  2. Click the New button in the Data Sources panel.

    The dialog box for configuring a data source is opened.

    Figure: Data Source Drivers Configuration Dialog Box

    Figure: Data Source Drivers Configuration Dialog Box

  3. Enter a unique name for the data source.
  4. Select PostgreSQL in the driver Type drop-down list.
  5. Add the PostgreSQL driver file using the Add Files button.
    The PostgreSQL driver file is called postgresql-8.3-603.jdbc3.jar. The Driver files section lists download links for database drivers that are necessary for accessing PostgreSQL databases in Oxygen XML Author plugin.
  6. Select the most appropriate Driver class.
  7. Click the OK button to finish the data source configuration.
  8. Continue on to configure your PostgreSQL connection.