1 Introduction

1.1 Latest Release Information

This document is accurate at the time of publication. Oracle will update the release notes periodically after the software release. You can access the latest information and additions to these release notes on the Oracle Technology Network at:

http://otn.oracle.com/docs/products/ias/content.html

1.2 Purpose of this Document

This document contains the release information for Oracle9iAS Release 2 (9.0.3). It describes differences between Oracle9iAS Release 2 (9.0.3) and its documented functionality.

It contains the following two parts:

• General Oracle9iAS Issues

• J2EE and Web Cache Install Type Issues

Oracle Corporation recommends you review its contents before installing, or working with the product.

1.3 Operating System Requirements

Oracle9iAS installation and configuration will not complete successfully unless users meet the hardware and software pre-requisite requirements before installation. See Oracle9i Application Server Installation Guide for a complete list of operating system requirements.

1.4 Certification Information

The latest certification information for Oracle9iAS Release 2 (9.0.3) is available at:

http://oraclestore.oracle.com

1.5 Licensing Information

Licensing information for Oracle9iAS Release 2 (9.0.3) is available at:

http://oraclestore.oracle.com

Detailed information regarding license compliance for Oracle9iAS Release 2 (9.0.3) is available at:

http://otn.oracle.com/products/ias/content.html

1.6 Best Practices

Oracle provides a Best Practices white paper. This document describes common practices around development and deployment of Oracle9iAS, common errors, and scenarios for using the product.

You can find the white paper on OTN at

http://otn.oracle.com/products/ias/ohs/collateral/r2/bp-core-v2.PDF