Overview
This is a repackaged open source software product wherein additional charges apply for cloudimg support services.
This is a repackaged software wherein additional charges apply for round-the-clock support with a guaranteed 24-hour response time.
Oracle Database Client 21c Overview
Oracle Database Client 21c supplies the connectivity stack, SQL*Plus, OCI, and development libraries required to access modern Oracle Database servers. It is ideal for application tiers, DevOps pipelines, and DBA workstations that need secure, high-performance links to Oracle data.
Why Choose cloudimg Over a DIY Install?
Building an Oracle Client environment from scratch means downloading binaries, resolving dependencies, hardening the OS, configuring monitoring agents, and validating networking - a process that can take two or more hours per instance. With this AMI you launch a fully tested, production-ready environment in minutes:
- Oracle Client 21c binaries pre-installed and validated against Oracle Database 21c and19c servers
- SELinux enforcing mode, latest OS patches, and CIS-informed hardening applied before publish
- AWS CLI v2, Systems Manager Agent, and CloudWatch Agent pre-configured so you inherit observability from first boot
- ENA-enabled networking delivering up to 25 Gbps single-flow bandwidth with low latency
No time wasted on library conflicts, missing RPMs, or manual agent installs.
Supported Platforms
Choose the OS variant that matches your fleet policy:
- Oracle Linux 8
- CentOS 7
- AlmaLinux 8
- Rocky Linux 9
Each variant ships with identical Oracle Client configuration, so you can standardize connectivity regardless of base OS.
Security and Network Posture
- OS hardening - SELinux enabled in enforcing mode with latest patches applied
- No inbound listeners - the AMI opens no listening ports by default; it initiates outbound connections to your Oracle Database servers
- Encryption in transit - configure Oracle Net encryption (native or TLS) via sqlnet.ora to secure data between client and server
- Encryption at rest - deploy on EBS volumes with AWS-managed or customer-managed KMS keys for storage encryption
- Credential management - use Oracle Wallet files stored under restricted permissions; no passwords saved in plaintext configuration
Common Use Cases
- Microservices or monoliths requiring OCI, JDBC, or ODP.NET Core libraries
- CI/CD jobs running Data Pump exports, RMAN backups, or SQL*Plus automation
- Lightweight query tools, monitoring agents, andBI gateways on EC2
- Secure bastion hosts for DBA access to RDS Custom for Oracle or self-managed databases
Getting Started
- Subscribe and launch the AMI in your target VPC and private subnet.
- Ensure your security group allows outbound TCP 1521 (or your configured listener port) to the Oracle Database endpoint.
- SSH into the instance and configure /opt/oracle/network/admin/tnsnames.ora with your database connection details.
- Test connectivity with: sqlplus user/password@your_tns_alias
- Monitor instance health via CloudWatch metrics and Systems Manager inventory.
Typical time from launch to first successful database connection is under five minutes.
24/7 Expert Support
Your subscription includes round-the-clock access to cloudimg's Oracle specialists. Whether you need help configuring TNS entries, troubleshooting ORA errors, or optimizing client-server performance, our team responds within the guaranteed SLA window.
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Highlights
- 24/7 Oracle specialists with guaranteed response SLA - unlike DIY installs where you troubleshoot alone, cloudimg experts help resolve ORA errors, TNS configuration issues, and performance tuning around the clock. Average ticket response time is one hour, ensuring your Oracle connectivity stays operational without extended downtime.
- Production-ready in minutes, not hours - skip manual binary installation, dependency resolution, and agent configuration. Each AMI ships with Oracle Client 21c, AWS CLI v2, Systems Manager Agent, and CloudWatch Agent pre-validated, saving two or more hours of setup per instance compared to building from scratch on a vanilla OS image.
- Four Linux variants for fleet alignment - choose Oracle Linux 8, CentOS 7, AlmaLinux 8, or Rocky Linux 9 to match your organization's OS standardization policy or compliance mandate. All variants deliver identical Oracle Client configuration with SELinux enforcing, ENA-optimized networking up to 25 Gbps, and latest security patches applied.
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m5.large Recommended | m5.large | $0.08 |
t3.micro | t3.micro instance type | $0.08 |
t2.micro | t2.micro instance type | $0.04 |
c8i.metal-96xl | c8i.metal-96xl instance type | $15.36 |
m6id.large | m6id.large instance type | $0.08 |
r6i.16xlarge | r6i.16xlarge instance type | $2.56 |
m6a.metal | m6a.metal instance type | $7.68 |
x2iezn.2xlarge | x2iezn.2xlarge instance type | $0.32 |
r8a.metal-48xl | r8a.metal-48xl instance type | $7.68 |
m5.4xlarge | m5.4xlarge instance type | $0.64 |
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24/7 Expert Support from cloudimg
Your subscription includes round-the-clock access to cloudimg's Oracle specialists, available 365 days a year.
Contact Channel:
- Email: support@cloudimg.co.uk
Response Time:
- Guaranteed response within 24 hours of ticket submission
What We Help With:
- Oracle Client configuration (tnsnames.ora, sqlnet.ora, Oracle Wallet setup)
- Troubleshooting ORA errors and connectivity failures
- AWS integration guidance (CloudWatch alarms, Systems Manager automation, security group rules)
- OS-level issues on supported variants (Oracle Linux 8, CentOS 7, AlmaLinux 8, Rocky Linux 9)
- Patch and update guidance for the Oracle Client binaries and OS packages
- Refund requests and billing inquiries
Post-Launch Quick Start:
- Launch the AMI in your VPC with a security group allowing outbound TCP 1521 to your Oracle Database endpoint.
- SSH into the instance and configure /opt/oracle/network/admin/tnsnames.ora with your database connection details.
- Verify connectivity: sqlplus user/password@your_alias
- If you encounter issues at any step, email support with your instance ID and error output for rapid assistance.
Prerequisites:
- An active Oracle Database endpoint (RDS Custom for Oracle, EC2-hosted, or on-premises via Direct Connect/VPN)
- IAM instance profile with permissions for Systems Manager and CloudWatch if you want full observability
- Outbound network path on TCP 1521 (or your custom listener port)
Typical time from launch to first successful database connection is under five minutes.
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