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This product has charges associated with it for RDP and Docker optimization. Launch Docker containers and connect via remote desktop in minutes with this pre-configured Ubuntu 22.04 LTS AMI - ideal for developers without dedicated DevOps staff.
Overview
Pre-configured Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Desktop with Docker and Remote Desktop Access
This is a repackaged open-source software product. Additional charges apply for RDP and Docker optimization applied to the base Ubuntu 22.04 LTS image.
This AMI eliminates the manual setup of Docker and xrdp on Ubuntu, giving you a ready-to-use containerized development environment with full GUI access via Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP). Designed for solo developers, small teams, and agencies who need container workflows without dedicated DevOps staff.
What You Get
- Ubuntu 22.04 LTS - Canonical's long-term support release with security updates through 2027
- Docker Engine pre-installed and configured - Container runtime ready for immediate use
- xrdp server pre-installed - Connect to the full Ubuntu desktop from any RDP client (Windows Remote Desktop, Remmina, etc.)
- Optimized Docker daemon settings - Pre-tuned configuration for container performance and security
Use Case: Freelance Developer Demoing Client Applications
A freelance developer needs to demo a 3-container microservice stack (web frontend, API backend, database) to a client. Instead of spending 45+ minutes installing Ubuntu Desktop, Docker, and xrdp from scratch, they launch this AMI, connect via RDP within minutes, run docker-compose up, and present the working application through the graphical browser on the remote desktop.
Additional Use Cases
- Staging environments - Spin up containerized WordPress, Node.js, or Python applications for client review with visual access
- CI/CD build environments - Run container builds on a GUI-accessible instance for debugging pipelines visually
- Training and education - Provide students or team members with identical Docker environments accessible via any RDP client
- Rapid prototyping - Deploy and test multi-container applications without local hardware constraints
Getting Started
- Subscribe to this AMI and launch an EC2 instance (recommended: t3.medium or larger with at least 4 GB RAM)
- Configure your security group to allow inbound traffic on port 3389 (RDP) and port 22 (SSH)
- Connect via SSH using your EC2 key pair to set your desktop user password
- Open your RDP client and connect to the instance public IP on port 3389
- Log in with your configured credentials and begin deploying containers
Why Choose This Image Over Manual Setup
- Save setup time - Skip the manual installation and configuration of Docker Engine, Docker Compose, xrdp, and desktop environment packages
- Pre-tuned Docker daemon - Configuration settings applied for container logging, storage driver optimization, and resource management
- Security-conscious defaults - Reduced attack surface through pre-applied configuration hardening
- Ubuntu LTS reliability - Regular security patches and long-term support from Canonical through 2027
Requirements and Limitations
- Minimum instance type: t3.medium (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM) recommended for running Docker alongside the desktop environment
- Network: Security group must allow port 3389 (RDP) and port 22 (SSH)
- Storage: Minimum 20 GB EBS volume recommended; additional storage needed based on container images
- RDP client required: Windows Remote Desktop Connection, Remmina (Linux), or Microsoft Remote Desktop (macOS)
About Madarson IT
Madarson IT specializes in security-hardened and customized cloud images published across AWS, GCP, and Azure Marketplaces. Every image is validated before publishing and regularly updated to incorporate the latest security patches.
Disclaimer: The trademarks mentioned in this offering are owned by the respective companies. Madarson IT does not provide licenses for any third-party product.
Highlights
- Ready-to-Use Docker Environment: Skip the manual installation of Docker Engine, Docker Compose, xrdp, and Ubuntu Desktop packages. Launch this AMI on a t3.medium or larger instance and begin deploying containers within minutes. Includes pre-configured Docker daemon settings for container logging, storage driver optimization, and resource management - eliminating the typical 45+ minute manual setup process.
- Remote Desktop Access via xrdp: Connect to the full Ubuntu 22.04 desktop environment from any RDP client (Windows Remote Desktop, Remmina, macOS Microsoft Remote Desktop) on port 3389. Visually manage containers, debug applications through the GUI browser, and demo multi-container stacks to clients or stakeholders without requiring local Docker installation.
- Ubuntu 22.04 LTS with Long-Term Support: Built on Canonical's long-term support release with security updates guaranteed through 2027. The image includes security-conscious default configurations to reduce attack surface, providing a stable foundation for containerized development, staging, and prototyping workloads on AWS EC2.
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Ubuntu 22.04
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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.
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If you are an AWS Free Tier customer with a free plan, you are eligible to subscribe to this offer. You can use free credits to cover the cost of eligible AWS infrastructure. See AWS Free Tier for more details. If you created an AWS account before July 15th, 2025, and qualify for the Legacy AWS Free Tier, Amazon EC2 charges for Micro instances are free for up to 750 hours per month. See Legacy AWS Free Tier for more details.
Dimension | Cost/hour |
|---|---|
m5a.large Recommended | $0.05 |
t3.micro | $0.05 |
t2.micro | $0.025 |
r3.xlarge | $0.10 |
p3.8xlarge | $0.80 |
p3.16xlarge | $1.60 |
r5a.xlarge | $0.10 |
r5a.12xlarge | $1.20 |
t2.small | $0.025 |
c5a.2xlarge | $0.20 |
Dimensions summary
You pay by the hour for the software, billed separately from the AWS infrastructure charge. Pricing scales with the instance type you choose. Options span general-purpose (t2, t3, m3, m5a), compute-optimized (c3, c5, c5a), memory-optimized (r3, r5a), and GPU-accelerated (g3, p2, p3) families. Within each family, hourly rates rise as instance size grows, since bigger instances carry more CPU, memory, or GPU resources. You select the size that fits your workload, run it only when needed, and stop charges when you shut it down.
Top-of-mind questions for buyers
Every instance runs Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, pre-configured with Docker and a remote desktop (RDP) setup. The image is security-hardened for enterprise and compliance needs. Only the underlying compute resources change with instance size — the base software stack stays the same.
The software is metered by the hour only while the instance runs. When you stop or shut down the instance, hourly software charges end. Separate AWS storage fees for the stopped instance's disk may still apply, but those are billed by AWS, not the software.
Hourly rates reflect the hardware behind each instance type. GPU families (g3, p2, p3) add graphics or AI acceleration hardware, so they carry higher rates. General-purpose t2 and t3 types use smaller shared CPU resources. You pick the family and size that match your workload needs.
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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
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS with Pre-configured Docker && RDP|GUI Access
Additional details
Usage instructions
Allow inbound SSH access in your security group (TCP port 22) To connect to your instance using the Amazon EC2 console: Open the Amazon EC2 console at https://console.aws.amazon.com/ec2/ .
In the navigation pane, choose Instances. Select the instance and choose Connect. Choose the EC2 Instance Connect tab. For Connection type, choose Connect using EC2 Instance Connect. Access the ec2 with the default username: "ubuntu"
For GUI|RDP Access: Allow inbound TCP port 3389 (RDP) Create a password for ubuntu user for RDP login using the CLI command: "sudo passwd ubuntu" Launch RDP program and enter the ubuntu credentials
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Contact Support
For technical assistance, configuration questions, or issues with this AMI, contact the Madarson IT support team:
- Email: info@madarsonit.com
- Website: madarsonit.com
What Is Covered
Support includes assistance with:
- Initial instance launch and RDP connection setup
- Docker daemon configuration questions
- xrdp connectivity troubleshooting
- Security group and networking guidance for port 3389 and port 22
Getting Started After Purchase
- Launch an EC2 instance using this AMI (recommended: t3.medium or larger)
- Ensure your security group allows inbound TCP on port 3389 (RDP) and port 22 (SSH)
- SSH into the instance using your key pair to configure your desktop user password
- Connect via any RDP client to the instance public IP address
- Verify Docker is running with: docker --version and docker ps
For private offers, custom configurations, or bulk deployment discussions, reach out to info@madarsonit.com .
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