How to Run a Batch File Before Logging on to Your Computer

Windows server can be configured to run a startup script that is a batch file, VB script. The AutoExnt utility is included in the Resource Kit so that this functionality is available.

The AutoExNT service permits an administrator to configure a Windows 2000-based computer to run a custom batch file when first starting the computer. Also, a user or administrator is not required to be logged on at the time this custom batch file runs.

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/q243486/

Installing the AutoExNT Service

1. Using a text editor (such as Notepad), create a batch file named Autoexnt.bat and include the commands you want to run at startup in this file.
2. Copy the Autoexnt.bat file you just created, in addition to the Autoexnt.exe, Servmess.dll, and Instexnt.exe files located in the Resource Kit CD-ROM to the %SystemRoot%\System32 folder on your computer.
3. At a command prompt, type instexnt install, and then press ENTER.

simpleBack - GUI Oracle Rman Backup tool

Update ** VRMAN backup tools
New version of oracle rman backup. Support compressed backup, controlfile backup and archivelog backup.



SimpleBack is a GUI for Oracle Rman backup.

Tradtionally backing up Oracle database is difficult as you either require to know Rman command or purchase 3rd party software. You can use 3rd party software like Veritas or Arcserve bu they are not cheap.

SimpleBack change it all. Just select the option from the radio button and click run. It will generate rman scripts and backup your oracle database. It's that easy! This is a free tool for all to share. Tested on Oracle 10g. (should work on Oracle 9i)

Option

• Backup Full : Backup the whole database
• List Backup : List all the backups (including datbase, archivelog and controlfile)
• Delete Backup : Delete all the obsolete backup , based on the retention policy
• Restore Full : Perform a complete recovery.

FAQ

• Where does the backup location set?
  Default location of Oracle 10g is on flash_recovery_area. You can manually set it using Rman command
• Why can't I do a backup?
  Did you set your database in archivelog mode? Backup are perform using online backup, thus you need to set it to archivelog mode.
• How do I change the retention policy?
  You have to change it using the rman command. By default it is set to 1 day.

download
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simpleBack - GUI Oracle Rman Backup tool

SimpleBack is a GUI for Oracle Rman backup. Just select the option from the radio button and click run. It will generate rman scripts and backup your oracle database. It's that easy! This is a free tool for all to share. Tested on Oracle 10g. (should work on Oracle 9i)