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Remote Login Password File - Exercise

The REMOTE_LOGIN_PASSWORDFILE parameter

Objective: Create a password file for the COIN database.

Exercise scoring

You will receive 10 points for this exercise. The exercise is auto-scored; when you have completed the exercise, click the Submit button to receive full credit.

Background | Overview

In order to administer a database remotely over a network by using tools such as Enterprise Manager, you need to create a password file. The password file allows DBAs to be authenticated when a database is not open.

Instructions

Create a password file for the COIN database and configure it.

Hints


Be sure to determine the proper name and location for the password file based on the operating system and instance name. Remember to shut down the database before you create the password file and to set the REMOTE_LOGIN_PASSWORDFILE parameter before you restart it.