HOW TO: FIX ERROR - "the 'microsoft.ace.oledb.12.0' provider is not registered on the local machine"
trying to connect to an Access database in visual studio but keep getting this error?
try installing this first: http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=13255
however if, like me, that doesnt work for you, try the following method:
NOTE: this DOES work for office 2010 even though it is for 2007 office, dont ask me why it just does :)
1. download and install this: http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/confirmation.aspx?id=23734
2. in VS click add data source, follow the wizard and enjoy! :)
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