If directory access was not configured, Net8 Configuration Assistant prompts you to configure net service names in the tnsnames.ora file for a Typical or Minimal client installation.

Custom Installation

If local naming is selected as a naming method during a Custom client or server installation, Net8 Configuration Assistant prompts you to configure net service names in the tnsnames.ora file.

Configuration with Net8 Assistant

Net8 Assistant enables you to configure net service names, as well as:

• Create net service names for non-Oracle database services

• Configure multiple routes to a listener through multiple protocol addresses

• Configure advanced CONNECT_DATA information for either a database service or net service name

From the navigator pane, choose the Local > Service Naming folder to create net service names or modify connect descriptor information.

See Also: Chapter 6, Configuring Naming Methods, in the Net8 Administrator's Guide