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Ready to use Hardened-Redhat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 AMI. Login using 'redhat' user and ssh public key authentication. Root partition and filesystem automatically expands at boot for volumes larger than 8 GiB, for seamless scalability. Preconfigured with Cloud-init and ENA support for enhanced network performance. This product has charges associated with it for seller support. Hardened Redhat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 is a Linux distribution that provides an enterprise-class, community-supported computing platform. Security updates included.
Overview
This is a repackaged open-source software product wherein additional charges apply for technical support and maintenance provided by Gigabits.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 (RHEL 8) is a cloud-ready, secure, and adaptive operating system designed to optimize performance and bolster security for enterprise applications. With its robust architecture and modern features, RHEL 8 supports workloads ranging from traditional enterprise applications to cutting-edge cloud-native environments.
Key Features
1. Enhanced Security
- Integrated SELinux Policies: Enforce strict access controls for sensitive data.
- System-Wide Cryptographic Policies: Maintain compliance with advanced encryption standards.
- Container Security: Improved measures protect containerized applications from vulnerabilities.
2. Flexible Deployment Options
Deploy seamlessly across environments, whether on-premises, in the cloud, or within hybrid infrastructures, providing unmatched versatility to meet diverse business needs.
3. User-Friendly Management
The RHEL Web Console simplifies system administration with an intuitive interface, making it easier for teams to manage resources, apply updates, and monitor performance without requiring deep Linux expertise.
4. Advanced Container Support
- Tools like Podman and Buildah simplify container development, management, and deployment.
- Native integration with Kubernetes streamlines orchestration for scalable applications.
5. Performance Optimization
Benefit from kernel enhancements and fine-tuning options designed for high throughput, low latency, and exceptional workload performance.
Use Cases
1. Cloud Infrastructure
Run scalable, efficient applications and services in public or private clouds, leveraging RHEL 8 cloud-optimized architecture to maximize resource utilization.
2. Development and Testing
Set up flexible development environments for building microservices or traditional applications with RHEL comprehensive toolsets and libraries.
3. Data Center Modernization
Migrate legacy systems to RHEL 8 to access modern capabilities while ensuring compatibility with existing applications.
By choosing Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 (RHEL 8) as your AMI, you gain access to:
- A resilient and reliable platform that powers enterprise innovation.
- Tools to enhance security, streamline management, and boost performance.
- The flexibility to adapt to todays dynamic digital landscape while preparing for future growth.
Transform your IT strategy with RHEL 8 and unlock operational excellence across your organization.
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With over a decade of experience in AWS and other cloud platforms, Gigabits offers open-source software packaged into scalable cloud solutions that you can deploy on demand.
Highlights
- This image is built using Hardened Redhat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 packages and can fully run on AWS with no additional requirements. Just SSH into the Server and allow users to login.
- In this Hardened Redhat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 AMI, all security updates available at the release date are included.
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Pricing
Pricing is based on actual usage, with charges varying according to how much you consume. Subscriptions have no end date and may be canceled any time.
Additional AWS infrastructure costs may apply. Use the AWS Pricing Calculator to estimate your infrastructure costs.
If you are an AWS Free Tier customer with a free plan, you are eligible to subscribe to this offer. You can use free credits to cover the cost of eligible AWS infrastructure. See AWS Free Tier for more details. If you created an AWS account before July 15th, 2025, and qualify for the Legacy AWS Free Tier, Amazon EC2 charges for Micro instances are free for up to 750 hours per month. See Legacy AWS Free Tier for more details.
Dimension | Cost/hour |
|---|---|
t2.micro Recommended | $0.21 |
t3.micro | $0.10 |
g4dn.2xlarge | $0.40 |
c7i-flex.large | $0.13 |
c4.8xlarge | $1.60 |
c4.large | $0.17 |
vt1.6xlarge | $1.11 |
r6i.metal | $2.40 |
m7a.48xlarge | $4.47 |
m6a.16xlarge | $3.20 |
Dimensions summary
You pay by the hour for a hardened Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 machine image. Pricing is usage-based, with no upfront commitment. Each dimension maps to a specific AWS EC2 instance type, such as general-purpose, compute-optimized, memory-optimized, storage-optimized, GPU, or high-memory bare-metal machines. Your hourly rate scales with the size and capability of the instance you choose. Smaller instances cost less per hour; larger sizes with more vCPUs, memory, or specialized hardware cost more. You select the instance type that fits your workload and pay only for the hours you run it.
Top-of-mind questions for buyers
The rate covers the hardened Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 image and vendor support for the EC2 instance type you pick. It does not include the underlying AWS compute, storage, or network charges. AWS bills those separately based on the instance you run.
The software charge meters running instance-hours only. A fully stopped instance stops accruing the hourly software fee. Underlying AWS storage tied to a stopped instance may still incur separate AWS fees, but those are billed by AWS, not through this listing.
You launch the image on a different EC2 instance type. Each type maps to its own hourly rate in the table. Moving to a size with more vCPUs, memory, or specialized hardware raises the rate. You are billed at the rate of whichever instance is running.
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64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
An AMI is a virtual image that provides the information required to launch an instance. Amazon EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud) instances are virtual servers on which you can run your applications and workloads, offering varying combinations of CPU, memory, storage, and networking resources. You can launch as many instances from as many different AMIs as you need.
Version release notes
security updates
Additional details
Usage instructions
ssh to the instance public IP and login as 'redhat' user using the key specified at launch time. Use 'sudo su -' in order to get a root prompt. For more information please visit the links below:
Connect to your Linux instance from Windows using PuTTY: https://docs.aws.amazon.com/AWSEC2/latest/UserGuide/putty.html
Connect to your Linux instance using SSH: https://docs.aws.amazon.com/AWSEC2/latest/UserGuide/AccessingInstancesLinux.html
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Vendor support
For support and any issues related to all our AMIs, please contact support@gigabitscloud.com , Do not hesitate to contact us in case you observe any issues on the AMI or request a new update that's not available yet.
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