On Jan 16, 2008 12:38 PM, Mir M. Mirhashimali <mhyder@xxxxxxxx> wrote: > > the problem is one of the core departments whose database is on the > storage are pushing the management to consider other options. > > Ah, you're are employed at a highly bureaucratic organization. This explains a lot, as the tail is wagging the dog. You have our sympathy regarding your difficult environment. -- Jared Still Certifiable Oracle DBA and Part Time Perl Evangelist