I'm able to use svrmgrl from dos prompt now, the only problem is i cant connect to any database, if i use:

connect usnm/pssw@service - i get :

ORA-12560: TNS: protocol adapter error

startup or shutdown - i get :

ORA-12560: TNS: protocol adapter error

All services are running, tnsnames etc.. are fine and I can ping from server and client..

I'm almost considering a full restore from backup, but I'd prefer a solution than a restore. any ideas?..