Sold by: Cloud Infrastructure ServicesÂ
Deployed on AWS
AWS Free Tier
This product has charges associated with it, which includes support from Cloud Infrastructure Services. Simplifying the creation of server machine images using Packer. Complete automation end to end.
Overview
Packer on Ubuntu 24.04
This is a repackaged open source software product wherein additional charges apply for support & maintenance.
Packer the image tool by HashiCorp is a popular DevOps tool for simplifying the creation of server machine images, and implement a continuous development approach to changes in your software. Packer standardizes the creation of machine images for AWS, other cloud platforms and on-premises environments, making the process less time-consuming and error-prone.
Packer is easy to use and automates the creation of any type of machine image. It embraces modern configuration management (e.g Chef, Puppet, Ansible & others) by encouraging you to use automated scripts to install and configure the software within your Packer-made images.
Packer Features
- Automate AMI Creation: Automate the creation of AWS AMI (Amazon Machine Images) for consistent deployments
- Pre-bake Images: Pre-bake images with software and configuration for faster deployment times
- SSH Build Process: Uses SSH to build images with secure remote access during provisioning
- Multi-Cloud Parallel Builds: Build images for AWS and other cloud platforms in parallel for efficiency
- CI/CD Integration: Use Packer with your CI/CD automation pipelines for continuous image delivery
- Script Automation: Use scripts to automate any server configuration and software installation
- AWS Integration: Native AWS integration with IAM roles, VPC, and security groups
- Fast Infrastructure Deployment: Accelerate infrastructure deployment with pre-configured images
- Detailed Logging: Comprehensive logging capabilities to detect issues faster during builds
- Versatile Build Support: Build any OS, server or container type including Windows and Linux
- Template-Based: JSON and HCL template formats for infrastructure as code practices
- Plugin Ecosystem: Extensive plugin ecosystem for custom provisioners and builders
Why Choose Our Packer AWS Image?
- Instant Deployment: Launch and start building AMIs immediately - no installation required
- Ubuntu 24.04 LTS: Latest long-term support with enhanced security and performance
- AWS Optimized: Pre-tuned for optimal performance on AWS EC2 instances
- Security Hardened: Following AWS security best practices and Packer security guidelines
- Production Ready: Pre-configured with best practices for scalable image automation
Perfect Use Cases for Our Packer Image
- Golden Image Creation: Create standardized AMIs with pre-installed software and configurations
- DevOps Automation: Integrate image building into CI/CD pipelines for continuous delivery
- Infrastructure as Code: Define and version machine images alongside infrastructure code
- Security Compliance: Build hardened images with security policies and compliance requirements
- Application Deployment: Create application-specific AMIs for faster deployment and scaling
- Disaster Recovery: Build and maintain disaster recovery images across multiple regions
Why Deploy Our Packer Image?
Our professionally configured Packer image eliminates setup time and provides a production-ready image automation environment on AWS. You get enterprise-grade machine image building capabilities with AWS optimization.
Disclaimer: Packer is a registered trademark of HashiCorp, Inc and is licensed under Mozilla Public License v2. This image is professionally maintained by Cloud Infrastructure Services. No warranty of any kind, express or implied, is included with this software.
Highlights
- Packer the image tool by HashiCorp is a popular DevOps tool for simplifying the creation of server machine images, and implement a continuous development approach to changes in your software
- Create images for all cloud platforms and for on prem environments
- Integrate with your existing CI/CD pipelines. Use scripts and automation tools like Chef, Puppet, Ansible, Powershell and more to install software and configure your images..
Details
Delivery method
Delivery option
64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
Latest version
Operating system
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
Deployed on AWS
Unlock automation with AI agent solutions
Fast-track AI initiatives with agents, tools, and solutions from AWS Partners.
Features and programs
Financing for AWS Marketplace purchases
AWS Marketplace now accepts line of credit payments through the PNC Vendor Finance program. This program is available to select AWS customers in the US, excluding NV, NC, ND, TN, & VT.
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.
Dimension | Cost/hour |
|---|---|
t2.medium Recommended | $0.05 |
t2.micro AWS Free Tier | $0.05 |
t3.micro AWS Free Tier | $0.05 |
r5.xlarge | $0.05 |
r3.large | $0.05 |
r3.8xlarge | $0.05 |
r5d.large | $0.05 |
m4.2xlarge | $0.05 |
r5d.8xlarge | $0.05 |
m5.16xlarge | $0.05 |
Vendor refund policy
We do not currently support refunds, but you can cancel at any time.
Legal
Vendor terms and conditions
Upon subscribing to this product, you must acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions outlined in the vendor's End User License Agreement (EULA)Â .
Content disclaimer
Vendors are responsible for their product descriptions and other product content. AWS does not warrant that vendors' product descriptions or other product content are accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free.
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.
Version release notes
Latest OS patches have been installed. Simply run 'sudo apt-get update' to install the latest OS patches.
Additional details
Usage instructions
Scroll down to 'Getting Started' on the following URL: https://cloudinfrastructureservices.co.uk/how-to-use-packer-on-ubuntu-to-create-images-on-azure-aws-gcp/Â
Resources
Vendor resources
Support
Vendor support
Email support, contact us through our website or leave a comment on our getting started guide
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.
Similar products
By Supported Images
This product has charges associated with it for seller support. The Ubuntu 18.04 AMI provides a robust and reliable operating system for your cloud applications, leveraging the latest Ubuntu 18.04 benefits. It offers long-term support with security updates and a vast repository of packages, ensuring your deployments are secure and up-to-date. Ideal for developers and enterprises alike, this AMI is well-suited for web hosting, software development, and creating scalable applications in the cloud. With the ease of integration with popular DevOps tools, Ubuntu 18.04 streamlines your workflow and enhances productivity. Whether you're building microservices or deploying containerized applications, this AMI equips you with the stability and performance needed for demanding workloads, making it the perfect choice for your EC2 cloud environment.
By Center for Internet Security
This product has charges associated with the pre-built hardening to the CIS Benchmarks™ and recurring maintenance. The CIS Hardened Images® are hardened in accordance with the associated CIS Benchmarks, an industry best practice for secure configuration. Reduce cost, time, and risk by building your AWS solution with CIS AMIs.
By Center for Internet Security
This product has charges associated with the pre-built hardening to the CIS Benchmarks™ and recurring maintenance. The CIS Hardened Images® are hardened in accordance with the associated CIS Benchmarks, an industry best practice for secure configuration. Reduce cost, time, and risk by building your AWS solution with CIS AMIs.
By Cloud Infrastructure Services
Automate server image creation for AWS and other cloud platforms using Packer by HashiCorp.
Customer reviews
No customer reviews yet
Be the first to review this product . We've partnered with PeerSpot to gather customer feedback. You can share your experience by writing or recording a review, or scheduling a call with a PeerSpot analyst.