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    OpenVPN Access Server (250 Connected Devices) / Self-Hosted VPN

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    AWS Free Tier
    OpenVPN Access Server is an enterprise-grade business software VPN solution that provides a securely encrypted connection to private networks over an unsecured network such as the internet.
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    OpenVPN Access Server (250 Connected Devices) / Self-Hosted VPN

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    Overview

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    This offering is locked to 250 connections. If you need the flexibility to scale, we recommend our PAYG listing instead: https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/pp/prodview-f5qcwyw2gy256 

    Access Server for AWS delivers the best-of-breed VPN solution for secure remote access, site-to-site VPN and secure SasS access for organizations of all sizes. Our award-winning open-source protocol is the industry standard for accessing private information securely, ensuring safe access to internal data and delivering zero-trust network access.

    Access Server for AWS is a self-hosted VPN software that provides rapid deployment for secure remote access with a built-in web-based user interface for ease of use. Access Server provides an extra layer of security, with end-to-end encryption and granular access control to limit the risk of exposed data for remote users, site-to-site connectivity, or securing SaaS access and IoT devices. Certificate PKI management provides simplified installation and configuration. Additional features include balancing traffic across a cluster of Access Servers with DNS round robin and tunneling only your private traffic, optimizing your network bandwidth and making your environment more secure.

    Access Server for AWS technical support and onboarding is available 24/7. Schedule a demo at https://hs.openvpn.net/request-demo .

    OpenVPN client software accommodates Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and ChromeOS environments. Includes a built-in local authentication system and support for authentication with Active Directory, PAM, LDAP, RADIUS, SAML, and even a custom Python3 authentication module is possible.

    Our subscription model is based on the number of concurrent connected devices. The tiered instance type comes in various sizes and is locked to the specific size. The cost for the software subscription for the chosen tier is charged directly through Amazon. This means these instances get a subscription automatically at launch and are suitable for automated launch and autoscaling scenarios.

    Highlights

    • A self-hosted scalable secure remote access, site-to-site VPN solution to give your employees the freedom to work securely with end-to-end encryption for accessing SaaS, the internet, and company resources. Essential security controls needed to evolve from a trusted-perimeter security model to an identity-based ZTNA approach.
    • Get started today with two free connections at https://myaccount.openvpn.com/signup/as. Access Server for AWS technical support and onboarding is available 24/7. Schedule a demo at https://hs.openvpn.net/request-demo.
    • OpenVPN client software that accommodates Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and ChromeOS environments. Includes a built-in local authentication system and support for authentication with Active Directory, PAM, LDAP, RADIUS, SAML, and even a custom Python3 authentication module is possible.

    Details

    Delivery method

    Delivery option
    64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)

    Latest version

    Operating system
    Ubuntu 22.04.4 LTS

    Typical total price

    This estimate is based on use of the seller's recommended configuration (c5.2xlarge) in the US East (N. Virginia) Region. View pricing details

    $2.703/hour

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    OpenVPN Access Server (250 Connected Devices) / Self-Hosted VPN

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    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. Alternatively, you can pay upfront for a contract, which typically covering your anticipated usage for the contract duration. Any usage beyond contract will incur additional usage-based costs.
    Additional AWS infrastructure costs may apply. Use the AWS Pricing Calculator  to estimate your infrastructure costs.

    Usage costs (528)

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    Instance type
    Product cost/hour
    EC2 cost/hour
    Total/hour
    t2.nano
    $2.363
    $0.006
    $2.369
    t2.micro
    AWS Free Tier
    $2.363
    $0.012
    $2.375
    t2.small
    $2.363
    $0.023
    $2.386
    t2.medium
    $2.363
    $0.046
    $2.409
    t2.large
    $2.363
    $0.093
    $2.456
    t2.xlarge
    $2.363
    $0.186
    $2.549
    t2.2xlarge
    $2.363
    $0.371
    $2.734
    t3.nano
    $2.363
    $0.005
    $2.368
    t3.micro
    AWS Free Tier
    $2.363
    $0.01
    $2.373
    t3.small
    $2.363
    $0.021
    $2.384

    Additional AWS infrastructure costs

    Type
    Cost
    EBS General Purpose SSD (gp2) volumes
    $0.10/per GB/month of provisioned storage

    Vendor refund policy

    Refunds are not provided, but you can cancel at any time.

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    Usage information

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    Delivery details

    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.

    Additional details

    Usage instructions

    For instructions on using the OpenVPN Access Server appliance on the AWS Marketplace, please visit https://openvpn.net/vpn-server-resources/amazon-web-services-ec2-tiered-appliance-quick-start-guide/ .

    Support

    Vendor support

    We offer 24/7 support at https://openvpn.net/support-for-aws/ .

    For product activation to succeed your firewall and security group settings must allow connections to our online activation servers. Details on this can be found in our FAQ at

    AWS infrastructure support

    AWS Support is a one-on-one, fast-response support channel that is staffed 24x7x365 with experienced and technical support engineers. The service helps customers of all sizes and technical abilities to successfully utilize the products and features provided by Amazon Web Services.

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    Erik W.

    Good VPN solution

    Reviewed on Feb 21, 2025
    Review provided by G2
    What do you like best about the product?
    Easy to set up, works as advertised, fast friendly customer support.
    What do you dislike about the product?
    A little pricey if you need 4 to 15 licenses.
    What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
    Accountants need to connect to their cloud server using remote desktop.
    Joshua S.

    OpenVPN AS is a well-supported, robust VPN solution.

    Reviewed on Feb 20, 2025
    Review provided by G2
    What do you like best about the product?
    The best thing about OpenVPN AS is that it is pretty much literally a turn-key product. They have a virtual appliance available that works out of the box with NO installation, per se, required.
    What do you dislike about the product?
    The downside of AS, however is that a lot of the detailed configuration and control options are only available via a command-line interface, which is not exactly intuitive. It is, however, quite well documented and there are numerous forums online where you can find how-to-do whatever it is you are needing to do.
    What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
    VPN access for our 100+ reporters, editors and creative staff
    Pete M.

    Simple, elegant VPN

    Reviewed on Feb 20, 2025
    Review provided by G2
    What do you like best about the product?
    Ease of use. Integration is a breeze, and there is a very short learning curve for users.
    What do you dislike about the product?
    There really isn't anything we don't like about OpenVPN.
    What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
    Security is always a main focus with our clients, and OpenVPN allows us to maintain a high security profile while making it easier for staff to log into the network.
    Igor G.

    Easy to setup, very reliable

    Reviewed on Feb 20, 2025
    Review provided by G2
    What do you like best about the product?
    Easy to setup, very reliable. OpenVPN clients are easy to setup too.
    What do you dislike about the product?
    It works well, but requires commercial licenses. It would be nice to have an Opensource version of it.
    What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
    Security and access to Internal network.
    Rick G.

    Does exactly what it claims to do

    Reviewed on Feb 20, 2025
    Review provided by G2
    What do you like best about the product?
    The software is compact, easy to setup and secure.
    Customer Support is very helpful when you run into an issue
    What do you dislike about the product?
    Nothing worth mentioning, the software is great
    What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
    This software provided us a VPN that utilizes MFA and allows us to connect into our office in a secure manner.
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