Re: Problem with patch 9.2.0.5

"John Hurley" <johnbhurley_at_sbcglobal.net> wrote in message news:d4d6f278.0408201140.59b27614_at_posting.google.com...
> The 9205 patchset has some definite quirks on most platforms.
>
> The first question to ask is are you really sure you need it? 9204 is
> fairly stable ... check out the metalink note on all known issues with
> 9205 and research any that might impact you.
>
> But here's a couple of hints that might help somewhere as you proceed.
>
> First, follow the directions carefully in the readme.
>
> In particular ...increase shared pool and java pool to 170 meg before
> attempting the patchset. Make sure those changes are in effect ...
>
> Set all the services for oracle to manual and reboot your server.
>
> Backup your oracle inventory and software.
>
> The patchset goes in after the upgrade of the installer ... you may
> have to do some funny clicking/selecting of the oracle home to make
> sure the installer goes into the correct (current 92) home. Don't let
> it create a new home.
>
> Then do the install of the patchset.
>
> Then upgrade your database.
>
> Follow the readme instructions ... aka bring instance up startup
> migrate and run the scripts.
>
> Back off the shared pool and java pool sizes if you need to after the
> upgrade has finished.

in other words:
read the patch_note.htm as I suggested !

what readme ? btw Received on Fri Aug 20 2004 - 15:22:49 CDT