You have to create a new instance first. You do this by using the ORADIM utility or you could use database configuration assistant. I think most folks prefer oradim. You did not say what platform/version. This is for Oracle 8.1 on Win NT/2000
Oradim syntax ORADIM -NEW -SID <SID> -INTPWD <password> -STARTMODE <mode> -PFILE <pfile> where: <SID> -- the database SID <password> -- is the password for INTERNAL <mode> -- is the startup mode for the services, either AUTO or MANUAL <pfile> -- is the full path and name of the INIT<sid>.ORA file Review the ORADIM log file for any errors. Hamid Alavi <hamid.alavi@qu To: Multiple recipients of list ORACLE-L <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> ovadx.com> cc: Sent by: Subject: Create New Instance [EMAIL PROTECTED] m 05/01/2002 02:23 PM Please respond to ORACLE-L Hi all, I want to know when you want to create a new database before that do you have to create a new instance first if yes HOW? This is my first step for create a new database(or instance). ORACLE_SID=TEST export ORACLE_SID CONNECT INTERNAL STARTUP NOMOUNT PFILE ='PATH/initTEST.ORA' ----->> BUT HERE IN INIT FILE WE HAVE TO MENTINED THE CONTROL FILE THIS SHOULD BE JUST THE LOCATION & NAME ?? SO WHEN I RUN THIS SCRIPT THE DATABASE & INSTANCE WILL BE CREATED OR I HAVE TO DO MORE STEPS. THANKS FOR HELP Hamid Alavi Office 818 737-0526 Cell 818 402-1987 ======================= Confidentiality Statement ======================= The information contained in this message and any attachments is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is PRIVILEGED, CONFIDENTIAL and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If you have received this message in error, you are prohibited from copying, distributing, or using the information. Please contact the sender immediately by return e-mail and delete the original message from your system. ===================== End Confidentiality Statement ===================== -- Please see the official ORACLE-L FAQ: http://www.orafaq.com -- Author: Hamid Alavi INET: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Fat City Network Services -- (858) 538-5051 FAX: (858) 538-5051 San Diego, California -- Public Internet access / Mailing Lists -------------------------------------------------------------------- To REMOVE yourself from this mailing list, send an E-Mail message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (note EXACT spelling of 'ListGuru') and in the message BODY, include a line containing: UNSUB ORACLE-L (or the name of mailing list you want to be removed from). You may also send the HELP command for other information (like subscribing). -- Please see the official ORACLE-L FAQ: http://www.orafaq.com -- Author: INET: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Fat City Network Services -- (858) 538-5051 FAX: (858) 538-5051 San Diego, California -- Public Internet access / Mailing Lists -------------------------------------------------------------------- To REMOVE yourself from this mailing list, send an E-Mail message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (note EXACT spelling of 'ListGuru') and in the message BODY, include a line containing: UNSUB ORACLE-L (or the name of mailing list you want to be removed from). You may also send the HELP command for other information (like subscribing).