Before You Begin

Before beginning the database configuration, verify that a supported version of Oracle Database software is installed. Refer to the Minimum Technical Requirements for this information. In addition, we strongly recommend you visit the IBM WebSphere Portal Version v8.5 Information Center and review the “Configuring WebSphere Portal to use a database" section: http://www-10.lotus.com/ldd/portalwiki.nsf/dx/Windows_standalone_Configuring_WebSphere_Portal_to_use_a_database_wp7.

For advanced configurations, refer to the IBM WebSphere Portal Version v8.5 Information Center.