Re: Raw device 8.1.7.4.0 Linux

From: Tanel Poder <change_to_my_first_name_at_integrid.info>
Date: Mon, 8 Dec 2003 20:22:38 +0200
Message-ID: <3fd4c170_1@news.estpak.ee>

> it is
> > very hard to back them up, you cannot use tar or cpio and copying them
to
> > another disk is a real pain. Using raw devices mandates purchase of
> > expensive 3rd party backup software (good luck with dd).
>
> I'll agree that some 3rd party backup is essential, or nearly so. But
> that is a question of dollars and budges. Not to use your word a
> "nightmare" for the technology people.

hm, with RMAN there's no pain at all backing up raw devices... Also, backups are definitely doable with dd, you just have to be aware of any OS specific raw device header where you shouldn't copy your datafiles.

Tanel. Received on Mon Dec 08 2003 - 12:22:38 CST