Re: Oracle8i - (8.1.6/8.1.7) Char Based Installation?

Unfortunately, even with silent install using response files you STILL need a X server (I know I know this is madness), but still the case). I would explore the possibility of carrying round a copy of a freeware/shareware X emulator, as this may be the best solution.

Frank van Bortel <fbortel_at_home.nl> wrote in message news:3A83404F.9F851535_at_home.nl...
> Tell Oracle... We all *love* that new installer...
>
> OK, seriously now: I know (but have never used it) there's a
> way to do 'unattended' installs, using response files.
> Have no idea whether that would still bring up some
> fancy Oracle Logo, and thus requiring X (or windows).
>
> Could be worth checking out.
>
> Richard wrote:
>
> > Hi there,
> >
> > Is there a character based installation method for installing the Oracle
> > 8i Database ? The X Server and distance factors are making installations
> > difficult at remote sites. A Char based method would save a lot of time
> > and money for my company.
> >
> > Any ideas ?
> >
> > Thanks
> > Rich
>
> --
> Gtrz,
>
> Frank van Bortel
>
>
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