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Re: Online Backups...

From: Rich Woods <rawoods_at_concentric.net>
Date: 1997/08/15
Message-ID: <33F44E2B.E13024BE@concentric.net>#1/1

Phil Harris wrote:

> I am looking at implementing a backup strategy for our db (7.3...).
>
> It is running 24 * 7 and therefore I need to make online backups.
>
> I have just attended the BR7, and they say that it is fine. Just set
> the
> table space to backup mode, the do an operating system copy. The
> actual
> backup may be inconsistent, but when you apply the redo logs, it'll
> iron
> it all out...
>
> Does anyone have any advice for me. Is it really as easy (and as
> reliable) as the bloke made out, or is it a real nighmare???
>
> Thanks in advance...
> --
> Phil Harris

  Phil,

Relax. It isn't that difficult once you understand the process.

I strongly suggest you get a copy of the Backup & Recovery Handbook from Oracle Press. It will walk you through step-by-step how to setup hot backups and how to recover various components of a database from a hot backup.

--
Rich Woods
Technical Field Support Specialist, Oracle Corporation, USA
The above statements and opinions are my own and do not
necessarily represent those of Oracle Corporation.
Received on Fri Aug 15 1997 - 00:00:00 CDT

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