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Oracle Database 12.1 Enterprise Edition AMI by cloudimg
Deploy Oracle Database 12c Enterprise Edition on AWS in minutes with a production-hardened AMI backed by 24x7x365 expert DBA support from cloudimg. Purpose-built for DBAs, cloud architects, and IT teams at enterprises running mission-critical workloads who need a supported, optimized Oracle image on AWS.
Key Capabilities
- Multi-tenant architecture - Consolidate workloads using pluggable databases (PDBs) to reduce overhead and simplify management across development, test, and production environments.
- Real Application Clusters (RAC) ready - Architect high-availability clusters that survive node or instance failures for continuous uptime.
- Advanced Security - Oracle Advanced Security option supports Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) and Oracle Net encryption to protect data at rest and in transit.
- In-Memory analytics - Accelerate queries with columnar in-memory processing for real-time reporting alongside OLTP workloads.
- Partitioning - Manage large tables efficiently with range, hash, and composite partitioning for improved query performance.
AWS Integration and Optimization
- One-click launch - Production-ready deployment on popular Linux instances. Pre-installed AWS CLI v2, CloudWatch Agent, and SSM Agent enable unified monitoring and automation from the start.
- Enhanced Networking (ENA) - Up to 25 Gbps per-flow bandwidth for GoldenGate replication, Data Pump transfers, and RMAN backups.
- EBS optimization - Automatic EBS-optimized configuration for sustained I/O throughput on gp3 and io2 volumes.
- Bring Your Own License (BYOL) - Use existing Oracle Enterprise Edition entitlements to avoid duplicate licensing costs.
Security and Hardening
- Latest Oracle and OS security patches applied at build time.
- EBS encryption supported for data-at-rest protection using AWS KMS.
- Minimal attack surface with only required ports (1521 for Oracle Net listener) open by default.
- Oracle Net encryption configurable for data-in-transit protection between clients and the database.
- Pre-configured for integration with AWS Security Groups and VPC network isolation.
Common Use Cases
- Mission-critical ERP, billing, and financial systems requiring guaranteed uptime and expert DBA support.
- SaaS platforms leveraging multitenant pluggable databases to consolidate hundreds of schemas on a single container database.
- Data warehousing with partitioning and in-memory analytics for fast reporting.
- High-availability deployments using Oracle RAC across multiple Availability Zones.
24x7 cloudimg Support
Every subscription includes round-the-clock access to Oracle-certified engineers who install, operate, and optimize Oracle on AWS. Support includes SLA-backed ticketing with a guaranteed 24-hour response time and an average one-hour initial response, plus architecture guidance for sizing, licensing, and migration planning.
Evaluation and Next Steps
Launch the AMI on a smaller instance type (such as m5.large) to validate your workload before scaling to production. Contact cloudimg for a complimentary architecture review to determine optimal instance sizing, storage configuration, and licensing alignment for your environment.
Related cloudimg Oracle AMIs
- Oracle Database 12.1 Standard
- Oracle Database 12.2 Enterprise
- Oracle Database 19c Enterprise
- Oracle Database 21c Enterprise
This AMI is a repackaged upstream distribution provided by cloudimg. Additional charges apply for build, maintenance, and support. Oracle and Oracle Database trademarks are the property of their respective owners and do not imply endorsement.
Highlights
- 24/7 Oracle experts - average one hour response from cloudimg.
- Linux performance tuned - ENA and EBS optimisation for high throughput and reliability.
- Bring Your Own License - use existing Oracle Enterprise Edition entitlements.
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Dimension | Description | Cost/hour |
|---|---|---|
m5.large Recommended | m5.large | $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 |
r5a.24xlarge | r5a.24xlarge instance type | $0.28 |
x1e.4xlarge | x1e.4xlarge instance type | $0.28 |
m5d.xlarge | m5d.xlarge instance type | $0.15 |
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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-12-1-enterprise/
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cloudimg 24x7x365 Support
All subscribers receive round-the-clock technical support from cloudimg's Oracle-certified engineers.
Support Channel:
- Email: support@cloudimg.co.uk
Response Times:
- Average initial response: 1 hour
- Guaranteed maximum response: 24 hours
What is Covered:
- Installation and initial configuration of Oracle Database 12.1 Enterprise Edition
- Troubleshooting database connectivity, listener, and performance issues
- Guidance on Oracle licensing (BYOL) alignment with AWS instance types
- Architecture reviews for sizing, storage (EBS volume type and IOPS), and high-availability planning
- Assistance with Oracle patches and AMI updates
- Refund requests and billing inquiries
Recommended Instance Types:
- Development and testing: m5.large or m5.xlarge (2-4 vCPUs, 8-16 GB RAM)
- Production OLTP: r5.2xlarge or r5.4xlarge (8-16 vCPUs, 64-128 GB RAM)
- Data warehousing and analytics: r5.8xlarge or x1e instances for large SGA requirements
Deployment Prerequisites:
- VPC with appropriate subnets and security groups (port 1521 for Oracle Net listener)
- IAM role with SSM and CloudWatch permissions for monitoring
- Minimum 100 GB EBS gp3 volume for Oracle data files
- Valid Oracle Enterprise Edition license (BYOL model)
For architecture consultations, migration planning, or to request a refund, contact support@cloudimg.co.uk .
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