John, You need to build (compile) DBI / DBD::xxx with the same compiler as was used to build Perl. The perl on Solaris 2.8 is built using Sun's compiler (and is old).
I suggest you install perl 5.6.1 (prebuilt from www.sunfreeware.com) gcc 2.95 (ditto) and start again. This is in a FAQ somewhere but I gather the site is down HTH -- MarkT Talk to me if you still have problems and I'll send some more detailed notes At 11:27 06/09/02, you wrote: >Hi > >I have included a build log from an attempted install of DBI module 1.30 on >a Solaris System. It seems to be complaining about 'language optional >software package not installed ( I have included output of perl -V) >Any help given is greatly appreciated. > >John > >______________________ <<build.log>> > > > > > >**************************************************************************************** > >This E-mail is from O2. The E-mail and any files >transmitted with it are confidential and may also be privileged and intended >solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. >Any unauthorised direct or indirect dissemination, distribution or copying >of this message and any attachments is strictly prohibited. If you have >received the E-mail in error please notify [EMAIL PROTECTED] or > telephone ++ 353 1 6095000. > >***************************************************************************************** > > > > >--- >Incoming mail is certified Virus Free. >Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). >Version: 6.0.384 / Virus Database: 216 - Release Date: 21/08/02 E M Thornber Enchanted Systems Limited Software Toolsmiths +44 (0) 1503 272097
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