Database Reference
In-Depth Information
Static files
Static files and directories are those that do not change frequently. These files
should be regularly backed up, particularly when configuration changes, patch-
ing, or installations have been performed since the last backup. In most cases,
static files can be backed up both online and offline.
Oracle system files
System files include the
oraInst.loc
and
beahomelist
files. These files
point to the location of the Oracle Inventory and the Middleware Home respect-
ively. Thus, future patching or installations of other Oracle products can easily
recognize where your software is installed, check for their existing versions, and
update these inventories accordingly, if needed.
The
beahomelist
file is typically located in the user's home directory and var-
ies according to the operating system. The BEA Home List contains the location
of your Oracle WebLogic Server installation.
The
oraInst.loc
configuration file contains the location of your Oracle In-
ventory. The Oracle Inventory contains metadata of all installed Oracle products
on your server. It is updated when new Oracle products are installed on your
server or the existing software is upgraded. An example of the contents of
or-
aInst.loc
is:
inventory_loc=/u01/app/oracle/oraInventory
inst_group=oinstall
The locations of each of these files, by operating system, are shown in the fol-
lowing table:
