well...I would prefer using the java OEM rather then the dbconsole as it is limited in some sense...i cant even create replication master group using that!!! no doubt it does provide u a good overview of ur DBs interms of uptime...sql tuning hints/cues...but i juz need a tool to that is able to access/compatible with other oracle version for quick admin accessibilities...

ok..i gotta try downloading 10g client CD...gosh..over my 56k link..arggghh