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Oracle Database Client 21c AMI by cloudimg
Connect your application tiers, CI/CD pipelines, and DBA workstations to Oracle Database servers in minutes - not hours. This pre-configured AMI eliminates the manual download, dependency resolution, and environment variable setup that typically consumes 2-4 hours of engineering time per instance. Launch a production-ready Oracle Client environment with a single click and start querying immediately.
Why This AMI Instead of a Manual Install
Installing Oracle Database Client on a vanilla EC2 instance requires downloading the installer from Oracle, resolving library dependencies for your specific Linux distribution, configuring ORACLE_HOME and PATH variables, setting up tnsnames.ora, and validating connectivity. This AMI delivers all of that pre-solved:
- Oracle Database Client 21c fully installed and configured with OCI, SQL*Plus, JDBC, and ODP.NET Core libraries
- Environment variables and paths pre-set so tools work immediately after launch
- AWS CLI v2, Systems Manager Agent, and CloudWatch Agent pre-installed for automation and observability
- ENA networking enabled for low-latency, high-throughput connections (up to 25 Gbps single flow)
- SELinux enabled with latest security patches applied at build time
Supported Operating Systems
Choose the Linux distribution that matches your existing fleet standards - all from a single listing:
- Oracle Linux 8
- CentOS 7
- AlmaLinux 8
- Rocky Linux 9
This eliminates the need for separate subscriptions or custom builds when your organization runs mixed Linux environments.
Common Use Cases
- Microservices and application tiers requiring OCI, JDBC, or ODP.NET Core libraries to connect to Oracle Database servers
- CI/CD pipelines running Data Pump exports, RMAN backups, or SQL*Plus automation scripts
- DBA workstations for ad-hoc queries, monitoring, and administrative tasks
- BI gateways and monitoring agents that need lightweight, secure Oracle connectivity on EC2
Security Baseline
- Hardened OS image with SELinux enforcing mode enabled
- Latest patches applied at AMI build time
- No database engine or listener included - this is a client-only image with minimal attack surface
- Deploy in a private subnet with security groups restricting outbound traffic to port 1521 on your database hosts
Requirements and Limitations
- Architecture: x86_64 (AMD/Intel) EC2 instances
- Minimum instance: t3.small (2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM) for light workloads; m5.large recommended for CI/CD pipelines
- Oracle licensing: This AMI contains the Oracle Database Client only. You must hold appropriate Oracle Database licenses or use Oracle Technology Network license terms for your database server connections.
- Supported server versions: Oracle Database Client 21c is certified to connect to Oracle Database12.1, 12.2, 19c, and 21c servers
- Not included: No database engine, no listener, no Oracle Enterprise Manager agent
24/7 Expert Support
This AMI includes round-the-clock support from cloudimg specialists with an average one-hour ticket response time and a guaranteed 24-hour resolution SLA. Whether you need help with tnsnames.ora configuration, connectivity troubleshooting, or integration with your CI/CD toolchain, our team is available 365 days a year.
Get Started
Launch the AMI, SSH into your instance, and run "sqlplus username@service_name" to verify connectivity to your Oracle Database. Pre-configured environment variables mean no additional setup is required for basic operations.
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Highlights
- Skip2-4 hours of manual Oracle Client installation and configuration per instance. This AMI launches with Oracle Database Client 21c fully installed, environment variables pre-set, and connectivity tools ready. Your developers and DBAs connect to Oracle Database servers immediately after launch instead of troubleshooting dependency issues and path configurations on a vanilla EC2 instance.
- Round-the-clock expert support with an average one-hour ticket response time, guaranteed within 24 hours. When connectivity issues arise at 2 AM or a tnsnames.ora misconfiguration blocks your deployment pipeline, cloudimg specialists resolve it for you - eliminating hours of self-troubleshooting that would otherwise stall your team and delay releases.
- Four Linux distributions in one listing - Oracle Linux 8, CentOS 7, AlmaLinux 8, and Rocky Linux 9 - so you match your existing fleet standards without managing separate AMI subscriptions. ENA networking delivers up to 25 Gbps single-flow bandwidth for high-throughput database operations, and pre-installed CloudWatch Agent plus Systems Manager Agent provide observability from first boot.
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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 |
m5zn.6xlarge | m5zn.6xlarge instance type | $0.28 |
c5a.16xlarge | c5a.16xlarge instance type | $0.28 |
x2iedn.2xlarge | x2iedn.2xlarge instance type | $0.28 |
c6a.48xlarge | c6a.48xlarge instance type | $0.28 |
m6i.2xlarge | m6i.2xlarge instance type | $0.28 |
m6in.metal | m6in.metal instance type | $0.28 |
r6idn.16xlarge | r6idn.16xlarge instance type | $0.28 |
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https://www.cloudimg.co.uk/guides/oracle-database-client-21c/
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##24/7/365 Expert Support from cloudimg
All subscribers receive round-the-clock technical support from cloudimg Oracle specialists, available every day of the year.
Contact Channel:
- Email: support@cloudimg.co.uk
Response Times:
- Average first response: 1 hour
- Guaranteed response: within 24 hours
What We Support:
- Post-launch configuration including tnsnames.ora setup and ORACLE_HOME verification
- Connectivity troubleshooting between the Oracle Client AMI and your Oracle Database servers
- Integration guidance for CI/CD pipelines, RMAN backups, and SQL*Plus automation
- AWS service integration questions (CloudWatch Agent, Systems Manager, networking)
- Guidance on EC2 instance sizing for your workload
Recommended Instance Types:
- Light workloads (ad-hoc queries, DBA tools): t3.small or t3.medium
- CI/CD pipelines and Data Pump operations: m5.large or larger
- High-throughput connectivity: instances with ENA support for up to 25 Gbps
Post-Launch Quick Start:
- Launch the AMI on your chosen EC2 instance type
- SSH into the instance using your key pair
- Verify ORACLE_HOME is set: echo $ORACLE_HOME
- Configure tnsnames.ora at $ORACLE_HOME/network/admin/tnsnames.ora
- Test connectivity: sqlplus username@service_name
- Open port 1521 outbound in your security group toward your database host
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