If you are still having troubles, I'd recommend using the Ribbon Workbench instead because,
- No connection issues as it lives within CRM (its a managed solution)
-More feature rich & how-to guides are available
-Its free
http://www.develop1.net/public/page/Ribbon-Workbench-for-Dynamics-CRM-2011.aspx
John Grace (Founder, North52) Simplifying CRM & xRM development
How? Check out the Free Standard Edition of N52 Formula Manager at
www.north52.com
