The following backup types are available for the Oracle database:
What is Backed Up
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Oracle database files that include the datafiles and control files
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Archived redo logs
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Parameter files (SP File)
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Oracle Managed Files
What is Not Backed Up
Oracle application files that are associated with the Oracle installation.
Tip: Use the File System Agent to back up the application files.
External files (for example, Oracle Wallet) and external tables
Note
You can configure the software to exclude the database application files from the UNIX file system backup. For more information, see Excluding Database Application Files from a UNIX File System Backup.