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pkg: "@nocobase/plugin-data-source-external-postgres"
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# External Data Source - PostgreSQL

## Introduction

Use an external PostgreSQL database as a data source. Currently supported versions: PostgreSQL >= 9.5

## Installation

This is a commercial plugin. For detailed activation instructions, please refer to: [Commercial Plugin Activation Guide](https://www.nocobase.com/en/blog/nocobase-commercial-license-activation-guide)


## Usage Instructions

Refer to the [Data Source / External Database](/data-sources/data-source-manager/external-database) section.