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Oracle RAC 26ai : build 2 node RAC on VMs

Date: 21 August 2026 | Posted by: voska89

Install and configure a 2 node Oracle RAC 26ai on Oracle Linux 9.7 (includes DNS for SCAN resolution and Oracle ACFS)

What you'll learn

⚡ Oracle Real Application Clusters
⚡ Oracle Grid Infrastructure
⚡ Oracle AI Database
⚡ Virtual Machines

Requirements

❗ Basic Knowledge of Previous Versions of Oracle Database
❗ Basics of Networking

Description

In January 2026, Oracle released a new major version of database called "Oracle AI Database 26ai"
I have truly enjoyed creating this training course on "how to install and configure a 2 node Oracle RAC 26ai" running on Oracle Linux 9.7.
I have carefully designed each section to make the installation process clear, practical, and engaging.
In this training course - we will
download and install Oracle VirtualBox
download Oracle Linux 9.7
install and configure DNS server using dnsmasq service
build a gold image of Oracle Linux for 2 node Oracle RAC
install Oracle ASMLib, ASM support & Oracle preinstall packages
create shared storage for Oracle ASM
define udev rules ASM Disks
configure Oracle ASMLib
download Oracle Grid Infrastructure 26ai & Oracle AI Database 26ai software
install Oracle GI using GUI and silent method
create additional ASM Disk Groups
install Oracle Database using GUI and silent method
create a new database on Oracle RAC
download & use Oracle SQL Developer
create & use Oracle ACFS (Advanced Cluster File System)
learn all this using "freely available software"
With this solid foundation, you will be ready to troubleshoot challenges, make informed decisions, and ensure seamless Oracle RAC builds. Rest assured, after this training, you will be more than ready to build Oracle RAC clusters with confidence and clarity.

Who this course is for

⭐ Database Administrators

Homepage

https://www.udemy.com/course/oraclerac26ai

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