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Oracle Database 21c Enterprise Edition on Windows - Pre-Built AMI by cloudimg
Launch a production-ready Oracle Database 21c Enterprise Edition instance on AWS Windows Server with a single click. This AMI is pre-configured, hardened, and backed by cloudimg's 24x7x365 expert support with a guaranteed response SLA.
Why Choose This AMI
This is a repackaged Oracle Database 21c Enterprise Edition distribution built and maintained by cloudimg. Additional charges apply for ongoing build, maintenance, and dedicated support services. Oracle Database trademarks are the property of Oracle Corporation and do not imply endorsement.
cloudimg delivers a differentiated experience through rapid patch cycles, pre-tuned storage and networking configurations, and dedicated Oracle-certified support engineers who provide architecture guidance and performance tuning - not just break-fix ticketing.
Key AWS Benefits
- One-click launch - Ready on Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022 AMIs with no manual database installation required
- High-throughput networking - ENA Express enabled, allowing single TCP flows up to 25 Gbps for RMAN backups and Data Pump exports across large datasets
- Observability built in - AWS CLI v2, CloudWatch Agent, and SSM Agent pre-installed for monitoring, log collection, and automation from day one
- Hardened baseline - Latest Oracle and Windows security patches applied, automatic EBS optimization configured, and Windows Firewall rules restricting default listener access
- BYOL ready - Bring Your Own License to use existing Oracle Enterprise Edition entitlements on AWS without additional Oracle licensing through the Marketplace
Security and Hardening
The AMI ships with the latest cumulative security patches for both Windows Server and Oracle Database. EBS volumes support encryption at rest using AWS KMS keys. Oracle Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) is available for tablespace and column-level encryption. The Windows Firewall is pre-configured to restrict Oracle listener port (1521) access, and Remote Desktop (3389) requires explicit Security Group rules. The image is scanned for known CVEs prior to each release.
Common Use Cases
- Financial services reconciliation and billing - Run mission-critical ERP and nightly batch billing workloads processing millions of transactions against databases up to 10 TB, feeding downstream data warehouses
- Blockchain tables for tamper-evident ledgers - Maintain immutable audit trails for regulatory compliance in banking, insurance, and healthcare environments
- JSON-based microservices with SQL access - Leverage native JSON document storage alongside relational queries for modern application architectures that need both flexibility and ACID guarantees
Pre-Deployment Requirements
Before launching, ensure you have:
- An Oracle Enterprise Edition BYOL entitlement or appropriate license
- A VPC with subnets configured for your target Availability Zone
- Security Groups allowing inbound TCP 1521 (Oracle listener) and TCP 3389 (RDP) from trusted CIDRs
- Minimum100 GB gp3 EBS volume for the Oracle data files
- Recommended instance families: r5, r6i, or x2idn for memory-intensive workloads
Get Started
Book a free30-minute Oracle-on-AWS architecture consultation with cloudimg engineers before or after purchase. Contact support@cloudimg.co.uk to schedule your session, discuss sizing recommendations, or request a guided pilot deployment.
Support and Services
cloudimg provides SLA-backed24x7x365 ticketing with an average one-hour initial response time. Services include performance tuning, architecture guidance, patching assistance, and migration support for Oracle workloads on AWS.
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Highlights
- 24/7 Oracle-specialized support with average one-hour initial response and guaranteed 24-hour SLA from cloudimg engineers. Every ticket is handled by staff experienced in Oracle on AWS, providing performance tuning, patching guidance, and architecture reviews - not generic L1 support. Escalation paths ensure critical production issues receive immediate attention around the clock, 365 days per year.
- Pre-tuned for high throughput on Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022. ENA Express networking enables single TCP flows up to 25 Gbps for RMAN backups and Data Pump operations. EBS volumes are automatically optimized with gp3 baseline performance. CloudWatch Agent and SSM Agent come pre-installed for immediate monitoring, alerting, and automated patching without additional configuration.
- Bring Your Own License (BYOL) to leverage existing Oracle Enterprise Edition entitlements on AWS. Avoid duplicate licensing costs by reusing current agreements. The AMI ships hardened with latest security patches, Windows Firewall rules restricting listener access, TDE-ready encryption, and EBS encryption support via AWS KMS - ready for mission-critical ERP, billing, and analytics workloads from launch.
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Dimension | Description | Cost/hour |
|---|---|---|
t3.large Recommended | t3.large instance type | $0.10 |
t3.micro | t3.micro instance type | $0.06 |
t2.micro | t2.micro instance type | $0.06 |
c6id.2xlarge | c6id.2xlarge instance type | $0.28 |
r6a.12xlarge | r6a.12xlarge instance type | $0.28 |
z1d.3xlarge | z1d.3xlarge instance type | $0.28 |
g5.2xlarge | g5.2xlarge instance type | $0.28 |
m5.large | m5.large | $0.10 |
r5a.24xlarge | r5a.24xlarge instance type | $0.28 |
x1e.4xlarge | x1e.4xlarge instance type | $0.28 |
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Version release notes
Latest Windows security updates applied (patch cycle 21-04-2026). Previous version: 'Oracle DB 21c Enterprise on Windows Server 2019 - 01-09-2025'.
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Please visit the User Guide for this product on the cloudimg website for full deployment and configuration instructions.
https://www.cloudimg.co.uk/guides/oracle-database-21c-enterprise-on-windows/
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cloudimg Support for Oracle Database 21c Enterprise on Windows
Support Channel: Email support@cloudimg.co.uk
Availability: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Response SLA: Guaranteed initial response within 24 hours. Average first response time is approximately one hour.
Scope of Support:
- Troubleshooting Oracle Database startup, connectivity, and configuration issues
- Performance tuning and query optimization guidance
- Architecture reviews for Oracle workloads on AWS
- Assistance with patching and AMI updates
- Guidance on BYOL licensing configuration
- Help with CloudWatch, SSM Agent, and monitoring setup
- Refund requests and billing inquiries
Deployment Guidance: Recommended instance families for production workloads include r5, r6i, and x2idn. Ensure your Security Group allows inbound TCP 1521 (Oracle listener) and TCP 3389 (RDP). Minimum EBS volume size is 100 GB gp3. After launch, connect via RDP and verify the Oracle service is running using Windows Services or SQL*Plus.
Getting Started: Contact support@cloudimg.co.uk to schedule a free architecture consultation, request sizing recommendations, or report any issues with your deployment.
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