Problems - Connection to mysql server thru an Access .adp

I am running windows 2000 pro with Access 2000. I installed mySQL 3.23.36 and myodbc. After installation, I reconfigured the mysqlwinadmin to use the mysqld-opt, overwwrote the ini and it shows a connection and the use of tcp-ip, so I assume there is a server connected. I have tried every imagin

event errors - Registry problems 3.23.36 win-2000

I have just installed version 3.23.36 on an Intel running windows 2000 Pro. I am trying to use MS Access as a front end but can not get a connect string to recognize the mysqld server. My event viewer is showning me the following problems at startup. value named MaxMpxCT inthe servers registry