gkrull_at_gmx.com said...
> Hi all,
>
> I use Oracle 8i Server and Client and Forms 6i on one machine. After
> installing McAfee Firewall I can't connect with Forms 6i anymore.
>
> I get the message 'TNS-12571: TNS:packet writer failure'
>
> This happens no matter if the firewall is enabled or disabled. Only
> uninstalling the firewall helps. The same happens with ZoneAlarm. I
> tried the latest Oracle patchset. Same result.
>
> Any suggestions?
>
> BR,
>
> Gerrit
>
If you have access to Metalink, you might want to browse thru Note
125021.1 - Oracle Connectivity with Firewalls. It offers a couple of
workarounds, depending on your preferences (and O/S).
--
/KarstenF
Received on Thu Jun 26 2003 - 16:16:47 CDT
