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Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Core on AWS Marketplace provides a lean, efficient server operating system. This headless edition reduces overhead and management needs, offering a stable foundation for running dedicated workloads, network services, and cloud infrastructure with a focus on remote administration and automation.
Overview
Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Core is a streamlined server operating system available on AWS Marketplace. This installation option provides a minimal environment without a graphical user interface, resulting in reduced system resources and a smaller attack surface compared to a full desktop experience. It is designed to deliver a stable and efficient platform for running supported server roles and applications.
This edition is well-suited for deployments where resources are constrained or where a lightweight, predictable, and remotely managed server is required. Common use cases include running dedicated network infrastructure services like DNS and DHCP, hosting specific applications, or acting as a foundational component within a highly automated, cloud-based infrastructure managed entirely through command-line tools and remote administration protocols.
Key Feature: A minimal installation footprint that requires fewer updates and less maintenance than a full desktop installation, providing a stable and remotely manageable base for supported server workloads. This focus on core functionality can help lower overhead and streamline operations in cloud environments.
Highlights
- Minimal Overhead. The headless Core installation uses fewer system resources than a full desktop experience, allowing more capacity for your applications and potentially lowering infrastructure costs.
- Streamlined Management. Designed for automation and remote administration via command line and PowerShell, enabling consistent and efficient deployment and management at scale.
- Reduced Maintenance. With a smaller component footprint, the Core installation requires fewer updates and less maintenance, leading to increased server stability and uptime.
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64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
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Win2019 Windows Server 2019 Core
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Dimension | Cost/hour |
|---|---|
t3a.medium Recommended | $1.60 |
t3.micro | $1.60 |
x2idn.32xlarge | $2.40 |
d2.4xlarge | $1.60 |
m6in.4xlarge | $1.60 |
i3.large | $1.60 |
r7a.24xlarge | $6.40 |
x2iezn.8xlarge | $1.60 |
i4i.metal | $2.40 |
r7iz.metal-16xl | $2.40 |
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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.
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ver2025
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Usage instructions
Step 1: Launch and Configure the Instance On AWS Marketplace, select "Continue to Subscribe" and then "Configure Product." In the EC2 console, configure the VPC, subnet, and security group. Remember to allow RDP traffic (port 3389/TCP) in the security group. Complete the launch.
Step 2: Download the Private Key (.pem) During launch, if you create a new key pair, securely download and save the private key file (.pem). This file is essential and cannot be recovered later.
Step 3: Get the Administrator Password In the EC2 console, go to "Instances" and select your new Windows instance. In the "Details" tab, choose the "Security" tab. Click the "Connect" button. In the connection window, select the "RDP client" tab and click "Get password." Upload the private key file (.pem) you downloaded to decrypt and view the password for the Administrator user.
Step 4: Download the RDP File In the same "Connect" window (RDP client tab), click the "Download remote desktop file" button. This will save an RDP connection configuration file to your local computer.
Step 5: Connect via Remote Desktop Run the downloaded RDP file. When prompted, log in with the username (Administrator) and the password you obtained in Step 3. Accept any certificate warnings to establish the connection to your Windows Server 2019 Core instance.
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