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Fern_21
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9 months ago
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How to create a connection to a database with integrated credentials and then use it in PBI Desktop?

Hi all! On Power BI, is it possible to create a connection to a database that already includes credentials, so that a user in Power BI Desktop can directly use that connection without needing to p...
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  • grazitti_sapna's avatar
    grazitti_sapna
    9 months ago

    Hi Fern_21,

     

    Users can ONLY access the tables you include in the Dataflow. 

     

    When users connect to your Dataflow in Power BI Desktop, they can:

    Import only the entities (tables) inside the Dataflow

    Build their own model on top of those tables

    Combine with other local files (Excel, CSV, etc.) if they want

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v-prasare
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9 months ago

Hi Fern_21,

We would like to confirm if our community members answer resolves your query or if you need further help. If you still have any questions or need more support, please feel free to let us know. We are happy to help you.

 

 

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