Installing Multiple Versions of dotConnect Providers on One Machine

Installing Multiple Versions of dotConnect Providers on One Machine

This article describes whether multiple versions of dotConnect providers can coexist on a single system. The information applies to all dotConnect providers.

All dotConnect providers rely on a shared core assembly, Devart.Data.dll. Because this assembly must remain consistent across providers, running different versions in parallel is not supported. Mixing versions would result in assembly conflicts and unstable behavior.

Conclusion
Installing multiple versions of dotConnect providers on one machine is not possible. To avoid compatibility issues, ensure that all installed providers use the same version of Devart.Data.dll.

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