ON-TOPIC: Oracle 8.0 -> 8i

From: Jesse, Rich <Rich.Jesse_at_qtiworld.com>
Date: Fri, 16 Feb 2001 13:17:20 -0800
Message-ID: <F001.002B6FCC.20010216130126@fatcity.com>

So, I'll finally get the opportunity to upgrade our ERP database from 8.0.5 to 8i. I have two questions:

In my Ora Perf Tuning class, I remember coming to the conclusion that it is very beneficial to export/import when upgrading to 8i, as opposed to migrate-in-place, but I can't remember why. And it wasn't just the benefit of a completely reorg'd DB. It seems to me that it had something to do with differences between 8.0 and 8i in the data blocks or something.
Can anyone think of a reason to go with 8.1.7 over 8.1.6 or vice-versa, for HP/UX 11.0? My initial reaction is to start w/8.1.6, but I may not get another chance to do an upgrade for another year. Also, all clients (NT PCs) will probably remain at 8.0.5.

TIA, and I'll summarize the answers! :)

Rich Jesse                          System/Database Administrator
Rich.Jesse_at_qtiworld.com             Quad/Tech International, Sussex, WI USA

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