# Database Connections How To

Add a New Connection:

- Enter the server name. When defining a new connection the Server Name must match the data source name that is in Crystal. If you are unsure of the Server Name, turn on the trace log and the Server Name you need to use will be found in the log.
- Enter the User Id to be used for this connection.
- Enter the password to be used for this connection.
- Click the Add link.

Edit an Existing Connection:

- Click the Edit link.
- Make the desired changes.
- Click the Update link.

Delete an Existing Connection:

- Click the Delete link.