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    Jun 26, 2007, 01:57 AM
    Access Backup Files (.dat)
    I have received a .dat backup copy of an Access Database, how can I open this and use it?
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    Jun 26, 2007, 02:50 AM
    You can try right-clicking on the file and select open with Microsoft Access.
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    Jun 26, 2007, 02:59 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by benn11
    You can try right-clicking on the file and select open with Microsoft Access.
    I have tried that already, however thanks for replying. The .dat file was created with an Iomega 100MB Zip Drive, I have got the drive but unfortunately I do not have the disk with the software.
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    Jun 26, 2007, 03:18 AM
    Is that USB or SCSI zip drive?
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    Jun 26, 2007, 03:21 AM
    Try downloading Iomega
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