Start Excel
Open the Connection dialog: SQL*XL | Connect...
Start the Data Link Properties wizard
Choose the Provider Microsoft OLE DB Provider for ODBC Drivers.
Select your data source name (DSN) from the list.
If there is no DSN for your database in the list use the Refresh button.
If it is still not in the list you may need to create a new DSN using the ODBC
Data Source Administrator
After you choose a data source name, type in the username and password.
Don't forget to tick the Allow Saving Password field.
Always use the Test Connection button before you continue