A Storing Tablespaces on Raw Partitions
Learn how to configure your system to store data files for a tablespace on raw partitions.
Note:
Oracle RAC requires additional configuration tools.
See Also:
Oracle Real Application Clusters Administration and Deployment Guide for information about creating logical partitions and assigning symbolic links. Do not use this appendix to create partitions for Oracle RAC.
- Raw Partition Overview
Data files for tablespaces can be stored on a file system or on raw partitions. A raw partition is a portion of a physical disk that is accessed at the lowest possible level. - Configuring Disks for Oracle Automatic Storage Management
To use Oracle Automatic Storage Management with direct attached storage (DAS) or storage area network (SAN) storage, the disks must be stamped with a header byasmtoolorasmtoolg(GUI version).