You can switch to the standby
database when the active database fails or when you want to perform
maintenance on the active database.
Determine if a Switch Is Necessary
Determining when it is necessary to switch from the active to the standby database depends on the requirements of your applications.
Before Switching Active and Standby Databases
Learn the processes involved and the status of the components in a warm standby enviroment before you switch from the active to the standby database.
Internal Switching Steps
When you switch active and standby databases, Replication Server performs several tasks.
After Switching Active and Standby Databases
Learn the processes involved and the status of the components in a warm standby environment after you switch from the active to the standby database.
Making the Switch
Making the switch from the active to the standby database consists of several tasks.