Oracle DataAccess Client - It is really Necessary?

[Twister8]

Hi everybody,

I have a doubt:

There is alternative for conect the oracle database, or is necessary install ODAC?

In my test I need install the Oracle DataAccess Client. However I am thinking by my key users, it's possible a way more simple for users endm without install the ODAC? Like, just install power bi desktop and all ok 🙂

[v-qiuyu-msft · Accepted solution]

Hi @Twister8,

When we connect to Oracle database in Power BI desktop, we need to install the Oracle client software Oracle Data Access Components (ODAC) on the computer running Power BI Desktop. For more information, please refer to this article: Connect to an Oracle database.

Best Regards,
Qiuyun Yu

[Twister8]

Hi @v-qiuyu-msft

Tks for answer..

I asked because, I thinked that maybe I could do one alternative for my business users, like just install power bi desktop.