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!exclusive! Download Microsoft.ace.oledb.12.0 — Provider For Both 64-bit

To download and install the Microsoft.ACE.OLEDB.12.0 provider for 64-bit systems, you must download the Microsoft Access Database Engine 2010 Redistributable. While newer versions like 2016 exist, the "12.0" provider specifically refers to the 2010 engine components.

If you specifically require the 2016 version, you would look for AccessDatabaseEngine_X64.exe for 2016, but note that your connection string might need to be updated to Microsoft.ACE.OLEDB.16.0. Sticking to the 2010 download ensures your existing connection strings (referencing 12.0) work immediately. download microsoft.ace.oledb.12.0 provider for both 64-bit

After installation, the provider should appear in your system's ODBC Data Source Administrator (64-bit) or be accessible via code using: To download and install the Microsoft

Alternative Command Line Sequence (For advanced users)

If /passive fails, try this on a clean machine (no Office): Primary Download Page: Microsoft Access Database Engine 2010

  • Do not install 32-bit and 64-bit Office components side-by-side; match the bitness of the Access Engine to your Office installation.
  • If you have 32-bit Office installed but need the 64-bit engine (or vice versa), use the passive install workaround:

    Error 3: Missing DLL or AccessDatabaseEngine.exe not valid for this system

    Cause: You downloaded the wrong architecture for your OS. Fix: Run a 32-bit executable on 32-bit Windows or 64-bit on 64-bit Windows. Almost all modern servers are 64-bit.

    A common technical hurdle is that Microsoft typically prevents the side-by-side installation of 32-bit and 64-bit Office components. If you have 32-bit Office installed, the 64-bit installer will likely block you with an error. How to Install Both (Passive/Quiet Mode)