Originally posted by simply_dba
I f you have a registered copy of oracle ,then you must have an id if not you can create it by visiting the metalink site and by giving your registration number.

And if you don't have a registered copy then.............
Registered copy? What are you talking about, there is no such thing as registered copy in Oracle? Are you talking about licensed version of Oracle software? If so, then paid licence does not include Oracle support services. You must pay for support separately on a yearly basis (while license fee is usually paid only once).