[Solved] ODB file recovery

[mslyfield]

I recently lost my hard drive.

I got a new HD with a fresh install of Windows, re-installed Open Office (with the latest version 4.1.3) and recovered my data from an on-line backup service.

My writer and calc files all open fine, but I have a base database that won't open. An attempt to open it will pop up a dialog asking me to select a filter.

[Sliderule]

A few questions / suggestions.

Since, per your description, you have installed OpenOffice 4.1.3, on a Windows 7 Pro 64 bit machines, you must have a Java 32 bit installed, and, registered for use by OpenOffice. Since, OpenOffice 4.1.3 ONLY is a 32 bit application, it must use a 32 bit Java ( NOT a 64 bit version ).

You can confirm this:

1. From the Menu: Tools -> Options -> OpenOffice -Java
2. Use a Java runtime environment should have a check mark,
3. Correct ( 32 bit ) Java version radio button should be selected

If that does not help ( resolve ) your issue, send me a PM ( Private Message ) and perhaps I can help.

I hope this helps, please be sure to let me / us know.

Sliderule

Thanks to add [Solved] in your 1st post Subject (edit button top right) if this issue has been resolved.

[mslyfield]

Thanks for repairing the file for me.