Good Morning, >> I'd mention a great book that I know on RMAN, but humility >> prevents me from doing so! :-) Ok then, as I have said book, I'll mention it - I don't do humility and all good books should get a mention. The book Robert is referring to is called "Oracle xx RMAN Backup & Recovery" where 'xx' is 9i or 10g. I have the 9i version (at the moment) and I can highly recommend it. This takes you through RMAN from start to finish and, for an RMAN neewbie like me, is an excellent introduction and mentor. Regards, Norman. -- //www.freelists.org/webpage/oracle-l