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How to Connect to Oracle Without Using TNSnames.ora File From Impromptu

Troubleshooting


Problem

Oracle has released Instant Client drivers that allows software clients like Impromptu and Transformer to connect to supported database versions without installing the full client software suite.

Symptom

ORA-12560: TNS:protocol adapter error

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Modified date:
09 May 2025

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