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Why CData for xBase Power BI Connectivity
Break free from data loading limitations of xBase reporting in Power BI. Easily connect Microsoft Power BI with live xBase data for up-to-date visual analysis and reporting.
High-performance xBase Connectivity
Eliminate xBase performance & query speed issues in minutes
Large datasets often slow down reports and dashboards in Power BI due to its in-memory model. However, CData's Power BI Connector for xBase overcomes these challenges with advanced query optimization and Direct Query support. By leveraging Direct Query, you can avoid loading your entire xBase dataset into local memory and instead benefit from efficient server-side processing.
Breakthrough Power BI data volume and storage limits
Power BI Pro imposes a 1GB dataset size limit, and even Premium workspaces have constraints on query performance. The CData Power BI Connector supports Direct Query, reducing the amount of data retrieved when analyzing xBase data. Instead of loading the entire xBase dataset, only the necessary subset of query results is returned for your reports, optimizing performance and efficiency.
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Comprehensive xBase data and metadata discovery
Find the xBase data you need for reports — fast and easy.
The xBase Connector provides full access to both data and metadata, enabling efficient automated data exploration and discovery. It features intelligent row scanning, type detection, relationship mapping, and support for unstructured data. These capabilities allow Power BI to recognize data fields without the need for casting or conversion, making it easier and faster for users to create meaningful reports.
Live xBase reporting. No ETL Required
Mitigate security & compliance risks vs. other integrations
CData's live Power BI connectivity for xBase overcomes the challenges associated with traditional integration methods like ETL and local data replication. Unlike data replication, live querying enhances security and compliance by eliminating risks such as data staleness, inconsistency, and corruption. It also reduces exposure from overprivileged access and delayed revocation while minimizing the attack surface created by duplicate copies. Additionally, live connectivity simplifies regulatory compliance by ensuring better adherence to data residency, retention policies, and auditability requirements.
Native Power BI Gateway and Power Platform support
xBase Power BI Connector supports the use from Power BI Gateway. Power BI on-premises gateway allows publish and auto-refresh the data set in your Power BI Desktop to Power BI cloud and other Microsoft Power Platform services such as Power Apps and Power Automate.
Connect Power BI to xBase
Watch the video overview for a first hand look at how easy it is to connect Power BI to live data from xBase with CData.
- Leverage Direct Query capabilities to enhance analytics performance for large xBase data sets.
- Extensive schema discovery capabilities for every data source. Explore tables, columns, keys, and other data constructs based on user identity.
- Easily connect Power BI directly with complex data structures through flexible and extensible flattening.
- Deploy Power BI reports that automatically refresh on-prem or to the cloud.
- And more!
Frequent xBase Power BI Connectivity questions
Common questions about integrating xBase with Microsoft Power BI.
Does xBase support Power BI?
xBase doesn't natively integrate with Power BI, but CData Power BI Connectors for xBase enable seamless xBase analytics and reporting. Our connectors provide real-time, direct access to xBase data in Power BI, allowing you to build dynamic dashboards without complex ETL processes. With CData, you get secure, high-performance connectivity for better insights.
How do I connect to xBase from Power BI?
Moving data from xBase to Power BI doesn't have to be difficult. The xBase Power BI Connector enables real-time, direct Power BI xBase connectivity, eliminating complex ETL.
How It Works
- Install the PowerBI xBase connector and open Power BI Desktop.
- Connect via Get Data > More > CData xBase using your credentials to connect xBase and Power BI.
- Access live data, run SQL queries, and build dynamic dashboards.
- Publish reports to Power BI Service for seamless sharing.
That's all there is to it. With secure, high-performance Power BI xBase integration, CData simplifies xBase bi, analytics and reporting. For more information, read the Power BI xBase Connector getting started guide.
What are the advantages of using the CData xBase data Connector for Power BI?
The CData xBase Connector offers key advantages for seamless xBase Power BI integration:
- xBase Real-Time Analytics (DirectQuery): Live, direct query access to xBase data in Power BI eliminates extracts and refreshes. This is especially powerful for working with large xBase datasets, as it allows you to analyze massive amounts of data without the limitations of in-memory processing. DirectQuery ensures your reports always reflect the latest xBase information.
- Performance & Scalability: Optimized queries ensure fast data retrieval and handle growing data volumes efficiently. Even with massive datasets, the CData connectors make xBase PowerBI integration fast and reliable.
- Comprehensive Data Access: The xBase BI connector provides comprehensive access to xBase Data and xBase metadata, empowering you to understand the structure of your data and build more robust and accurate reports. This deep xBase metadata integration simplifies data discovery and ensures your Power BI reports accurately reflect the meaning and context of your xBase data.
- Enterprise-Grade Security: The xBase PowerBI connector supports modern security standards and enterprise authentication methods, making it easier to comply with security policies.
Ultimately, the xBase to Power BI connector delivers fast, secure, and customizable access to xBase in Power BI for analytics and reporting.
How does the CData xBase connector work with Power BI Service?
Yes, all of our connectors support connecting Microsoft Power BI and xBase integration from Power BI Service by using the Microsoft Power BI Gateway. Instructions for installing and configuring the Power BI Gateway are available in the online xBase help file.
Where can I download the xBase Connector for Power BI?
All of the CData Power BI Connectors for PowerBI xBase integration are freely available for download online. A 30-day trial of the xBase Connector download can be found alongside other supported xBase integration technologies like ODBC, JDBC, ADO.NET, SQL Server SSIS, and more.
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