This command is for routine patching. It is a high-stakes, surgical tool typically used for:
cd $ORACLE_HOME (Grid home) $ORACLE_HOME/OPatch/opatchauto apply /stage/72030 -nonrolling -exclusive opatchauto72030 execute in nonrolling mode exclusive
In non-rolling mode, downtime is absolute. Inform all users. Stop connection pools, application servers, and services. This command is for routine patching
Before running in non-rolling mode, ensure the clusterware is ready to be stopped. Manually test the shutdown: # As root crsctl stop crs -f Use code with caution. opatchauto72030 execute in nonrolling mode exclusive
Let's assume patch 72030 is downloaded to /stage/72030 and unzipped.