How to Backup and Restore Oracle Database Using RMAN

 Introduction

RMAN (Recovery Manager) is the recommended tool to backup and restore Oracle Databases safely.

Steps:

1. Connect to RMAN

rman target /

2. Full Database Backup

BACKUP DATABASE PLUS ARCHIVELOG;

3. Check Backup

LIST BACKUP;

4. Restore Database (Example)

RESTORE DATABASE;

RECOVER DATABASE;

ALTER DATABASE OPEN;

Conclusion

RMAN makes backup and recovery simple and reliable. Always schedule regular backups for production databases.