Category: Patching

How to patch Oracle Database using controlled RAC Rolling with AutoUpgrade

In this post, I will show you how to patch your Oracle Database, having full control over the rolling steps (when each instance will bounce), using the new AutoUgrade RAC Rolling feature that was made available in the 26.2 AU release. With this method, you can patch your environment without any application disruption, especially if …

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RAC Rolling mode in AutoUpgrade

RAC Rolling is a very important feature for customers who want to patch their Oracle Database with no downtime. Now, with the new AutoUpgrade 26.2, customers can use RAC Rolling mode with AutoUpgrade, having full control over the shutdown/startup of the instances! In this article, I will show how to do this. Let’s get started! …

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Downloading and using Gold Image with AutoUpgrade

We are happy to announce that starting in AutoUpgrade 26.2, it is possible to use and download Gold Images on the tool, which will speed up your patching process! Let’s get started! How does it work? The Gold Image feature works by transparently calling the Oracle Update Advisor service, providing the list of patches on …

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Downloading Oracle Patches using CLI with AutoUpgrade Patching

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Since October 2024, the Oracle Database Upgrade team has made many improvements in AutoUpgrade Patching. The most expressive one is adding the capability for it to connect on MOS, download patches automatically, create a new Oracle home with all those patches applied, and finally move the database from the old Oracle home to a new …

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