[0:00-0:05] (Visual: Screen recording of an error: "The 'Microsoft.ACE.OLEDB.12.0' provider is not registered") Host: "Getting this error? Your app needs the 32-bit Access Database Engine."
[0:05-0:15] (Visual: Typing in browser search bar) Host: "Don't Google random download sites. Go to the official Microsoft Download Center. Search for 'Access Database Engine 2010 Redistributable' or use ID 13255."
[0:15-0:25] (Visual: Pointing to the 32-bit download button)
Host: "Click the red 'Download' button for AccessDatabaseEngine.exe. That is the 32-bit version. The AccessDatabaseEngine_x64.exe is for 64-bit systems only." [0:00-0:05] (Visual: Screen recording of an error: "The
[0:25-0:35] (Visual: Installation screen) Host: "Run the EXE. If it fails, it's because you have 64-bit Office installed. You'll have to uninstall that or switch to the 64-bit engine."
[0:35-0:45] (Visual: Success message) Host: "Now your legacy reports will run. Link in bio for the direct download." The version number (2010) refers to the engine's
The version number (2010) refers to the engine's base version (ACE 14). It supports Access 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, and Office 365 file formats (.accdb, .accde). It is forward-compatible enough for 99% of use cases.
Q: Why would I need the 2010 version instead of the newer 2016 version? Q: Can I install this alongside 64-bit Office
A: Because of Bitness Locking.
Q: Can I install this alongside 64-bit Office? A: No. Microsoft prevents side-by-side installation of different bitness versions of the same engine. You must uninstall 64-bit Office first, or use the 64-bit version of this engine.
On the same Microsoft Download page (details.aspx?id=13255), look for the link labeled "AccessDatabaseEngine_x64.exe". Do not confuse it with the 32-bit version.