Last updated on May 30, 2023
AWS Snowmobile Cheat Sheet
- An exabyte-scale data transfer service used to move extremely large amounts of data to AWS. You can transfer up to 100PB per Snowmobile.
- Snowmobile will be returned to your designated AWS region where your data will be uploaded into the AWS storage services you have selected, such as S3 or Glacier.
- Snowmobile uses multiple layers of security to help protect your data including dedicated security personnel:
- GPS tracking, alarm monitoring
- 24/7 video surveillance
- an optional escort security vehicle while in transit
- All data is encrypted with 256-bit encryption keys you manage through the AWS Key Management Service and designed for security and full chain-of-custody of your data.
- Snowmobile pricing is based on the amount of data stored on the truck per month.
AWS Snowmobile Cheat Sheet References:
https://aws.amazon.com/snowmobile/faqs/
https://aws.amazon.com/snowmobile/pricing/