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This Red Hat 8 ARM (RedHat 8) image is a repackaged open source software product wherein additional charges apply for technical support and maintenance provided by ProComputers.
Red Hat 8 ARM (RedHat 8) AMI
Red Hat 8 ARM (RedHat 8) delivers a modern, cloud-optimized operating system designed for high performance, scalability, and security on AWS EC2 ARM-based instances. Built on the robust Red Hat Enterprise Linux foundation, this image is fully optimized for Graviton CPUs, providing exceptional cost efficiency and energy savings while maintaining enterprise-grade reliability. RedHat8 on ARM is ideal for businesses seeking to maximize performance per watt and reduce total cloud spend without sacrificing capability or support.
Get started today with Red Hat 8 ARM on AWS EC2 - and experience superior performance, lower costs, and advanced security optimized for modern workloads.
Key Features
- Cloud-Optimized for ARM: Red Hat 8 ARM integrates seamlessly with AWS Graviton processors, leveraging ARM architecture for improved throughput, lower latency, and enhanced performance at reduced operating costs.
- Enterprise Security: RedHat 8 includes SELinux, system-wide cryptographic policies, and automated security updates, protecting mission-critical workloads from vulnerabilities while ensuring compliance.
- High Efficiency and Scalability: ARM architecture delivers superior price-to-performance ratios, supporting scalable web, database, and compute-intensive workloads with predictable reliability.
Benefits
- Cost Savings: Graviton ARM CPUs deliver up to 40% better price-performance compared to x86, enabling enterprises to lower AWS compute costs while maintaining consistent performance.
- Energy Efficiency: RedHat8 on ARM consumes less power and generates less heat, contributing to more sustainable cloud operations without compromising capability or reliability.
- Optimized for Cloud-Native Workloads: RedHat 8 ARM enables faster startup times, smoother scaling, and integration with automation tools like Ansible, Terraform, and cloud-init.
Conclusion
Red Hat 8 ARM (RedHat 8) combines the proven reliability of Red Hat with the efficiency of ARM-based AWS Graviton technology. Whether you are scaling microservices, hosting databases, or running enterprise workloads, this image offers a high-performance, cost-effective, and energy-efficient solution for AWS EC2.
Launch Red Hat 8 ARM on AWS EC2 now - to experience next-level performance, scalability, and cost efficiency with ProComputers.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I connect after launch? After launching the RedHat8 ARM instance, connect via SSH using your AWS key pair and the default ec2-user account. Ensure port 22 is open in your security group.
- Does this image require subscription? No. All Red Hat 8 ARM images on AWS use pay-as-you-go licensing automatically billed through your AWS account. No manual activation or separate license key is required.
- Who maintains this AMI? This RedHat 8 ARM AMI is packaged, optimized, and maintained by ProComputers, ensuring regular updates, cloud integration, and reliable long-term support for AWS deployments.
Why Choose ProComputers
ProComputers is a trusted provider of enterprise-ready cloud images for AWS and Azure, specializing in Linux AMI optimizations. Each image is thoroughly tested for performance, security, and compliance. With deep experience in marketplace packaging and automation, ProComputers ensures seamless integration, predictable updates, and top-tier reliability for your AWS infrastructure.
Red Hat, RHEL, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux are trademarks of Red Hat, Inc. ProComputers is not affiliated with or endorsed by Red Hat.
Highlights
- Red Hat 8 ARM on AWS EC2 brings together the stability of enterprise Linux and the efficiency of ARM-based Graviton processors. This image is optimized for high performance, scalability, and lower operational costs, making it ideal for businesses that need predictable reliability, security, and faster throughput. With enhanced SELinux protection, efficient cloud-init integration, and cost-effective compute power, Red Hat 8 ARM is the smart choice for modern cloud workloads.
- RedHat 8 ARM delivers unmatched cloud optimization for AWS environments using next-generation Graviton CPUs based on ARM architecture. It enables up to 40% better price-performance and improved energy efficiency compared to traditional x86 systems. Designed for automation, scalability, and compliance, this image ensures secure and sustainable deployments for web hosting, analytics, and DevOps workloads across hybrid or fully cloud-native environments.
- RedHat8 ARM is a high-performance, cloud-ready operating system tailored for AWS EC2 ARM instances. Built for speed, security, and efficiency, it offers reduced energy consumption, lower costs, and seamless integration with AWS native tools. Supported by ProComputers, this ARM image is maintained with regular updates, ensuring optimized performance and reliable operation for enterprise workloads ranging from databases to CI/CD pipelines.
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Dimension | Cost/hour |
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t4g.micro Recommended | $0.00 |
g5g.4xlarge | $0.80 |
c7gn.2xlarge | $0.40 |
c6gd.12xlarge | $2.40 |
r6gd.medium | $0.10 |
r8g.medium | $0.10 |
c6g.16xlarge | $3.20 |
c6gn.4xlarge | $0.80 |
m8g.2xlarge | $0.40 |
c8g.48xlarge | $6.40 |
Vendor refund policy
The Red Hat 8 ARM VM can be terminated anytime to stop additional charges. Usage is billed by AWS on a pay-as-you-go basis, and refunds are not available once launched. To avoid further costs, stop or terminate the RedHat 8 ARM VM and consider canceling your AMI marketplace subscription to prevent accidental restarts and extra charges.
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64-bit (Arm) 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
- Repackaged on a default 10 GiB volume using the latest Red Hat 8 ARM (RedHat 8) security updates available at the release date.
- In this Red Hat 8 ARM (RedHat 8) AMI version, the primary partition and filesystem automatically extend during boot if the instance volume is bigger than the default one.
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Usage instructions
Ssh to the Red Hat 8 ARM (RedHat 8) instance public IP address and login as 'ec2-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 Red Hat 8 ARM (RedHat 8) instance using an SSH client .
- Connect to your Red Hat 8 ARM (RedHat 8) instance from Windows using PuTTYÂ .
- Transfer files to your Red Hat 8 ARM (RedHat 8) instance using SCPÂ .
Monitor the health and proper function of the Red Hat 8 ARM (RedHat 8) virtual machine you have just launched:
- Navigate to your Amazon EC2 console and verify that you are in the correct region.
- Choose Instances from the left menu and select your Red Hat 8 ARM (RedHat 8) launched virtual machine instance.
- Select Status and alarms tab at the bottom of the page to review if your Red Hat 8 ARM (RedHat 8) virtual machine status checks passed or failed.
- For more information visit the Status checks for Amazon EC2 instances page in AWS Documentation.
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For technical assistance, maintenance inquiries, or troubleshooting related to this Red Hat 8 ARM image, please visit the ProComputers Support Portal . Our team is ready to help with configuration guidance, deployment issues, or general image feedback. If you encounter any problem with this RedHat 8 ARM AMI, please contact us immediately for prompt investigation and resolution.
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