Prioritize Naming Methods

After naming methods are configured, they must be prioritized in the profile. The naming method at the top of the list is used first to resolve a net service name or database service name to a connect descriptor. If it cannot resolve the name, the second method in the list is used.

To specify the order of naming methods:

1. In the navigator pane, expand Net8 Configuration > Local > Profile.

2. From the list in the right pane, select Naming.

3. Select the Methods tab.

4. Select naming methods from the Available Methods list and choose the right-arrow button. The selected naming method moves to the Selected Methods list.

5. Order the naming methods according to which method you want Net8 to try first when resolving net service names or database service names. Select the naming method in the Selected Methods list, and choose Promote or Demote to move the selection up or down in the list.

6. Choose File > Save Network Configuration.