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This AlmaLinux 9 image has charges associated with it for seller support and maintenance. Ready to use minimal AlmaLinux 9 AMI automatically updated at launch with latest patches. Login using 'ec2-user' and ssh public key authentication. Root partition and filesystem extends automatically during boot if instance volume is bigger than the default 8 GiB one. Cloud-init included. ENA enabled. AlmaLinux9 security updates available at the release date are included. AlmaLinux 9 is a stable, RHEL-compatible Linux OS built for stability and enterprise use. Ideal for cloud, web hosting, and servers, it offers long-term support, robust security updates, and seamless migration from CentOS.
Overview
This AlmaLinux 9 image is a repackaged open source software product wherein additional charges apply for technical support and maintenance provided by ProComputers.
This is a minimal ready-to-use AlmaLinux 9 image that is automatically updated at launch with latest patches making sure you are always running the most secure version available.
Login using 'ec2-user' and ssh public key authentication . In this AlmaLinux9 AMI, root login is disabled.
AlmaLinux 9 - Enterprise-Grade, Community-Driven Linux for Cloud and Servers
AlmaLinux 9 is a stable, open-source, and community-governed Linux distribution built to deliver full binary compatibility with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). Designed for enterprises, hosting providers and developers, AlmaLinux9 ensures a reliable platform with predictable long-term support. It's a trusted choice for migrating from CentOS and running secure, scalable cloud applications on AWS EC2 and beyond.
Key Features:
- 1:1 binary compatibility with RHEL
- Long-term support with regular security updates
- Lightweight and reliable for cloud deployments
- Fully open-source and community-governed
Use Cases:
- Host secure web servers (Apache, Nginx, PHP)
- Deploy robust databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB)
- Supports Docker, Podman, and CI/CD pipelines
- Smooth migration from CentOS environments
Benefits:
- Predictable release cycle for enterprise use
- Broad compatibility with existing RHEL-based tools
- Compatible with major control panels (cPanel, Plesk)
- Optimized for AWS EC2 and hybrid infrastructure
AlmaLinux 9 delivers a secure, predictable, and enterprise-grade Linux experience with full RHEL binary compatibility. Whether you're migrating from CentOS or launching new workloads in the cloud, this AlmaLinux 9 AMI ensures reliability, performance, and community-driven innovation.
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Why choose ProComputers?
With over 10 years of experience working with AWS and other public cloud providers, ProComputers provides open-source software bundled together into solutions ready to be launched on-demand in the cloud.
ProComputers is a proud sponsor of the AlmaLinux OS Foundation .
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THIS PRODUCT IS PROVIDED AND LICENSED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Highlights
- AlmaLinux 9 delivers full binary compatibility with RHEL, offering a stable, predictable platform for enterprise and cloud-native workloads.
- Built by the AlmaLinux OS Foundation, this fully open-source Linux distro is governed and maintained by a global, collaborative community.
- Lightweight and performance-tuned, this AlmaLinux 9 AMI is ideal for running web servers, containers, CI/CD pipelines, and scalable cloud infrastructure.
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64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
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OtherLinux 9
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Pricing
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. Alternatively, you can pay upfront for a contract, which typically covers your anticipated usage for the contract duration. Any usage beyond contract will incur additional usage-based costs.
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Dimension | Cost/hour |
|---|---|
t3.micro AWS Free Tier Recommended | $0.05 |
t2.micro AWS Free Tier | $0.05 |
m5d.24xlarge | $3.20 |
c7i.metal-48xl | $6.40 |
x1.32xlarge | $3.20 |
c3.2xlarge | $0.40 |
m7i.16xlarge | $3.20 |
m6idn.large | $0.10 |
inf1.2xlarge | $0.40 |
x2iezn.8xlarge | $1.60 |
Vendor refund policy
The AlmaLinux 9 virtual machine can be terminated at anytime to stop incurring charges. No refund is available for this AlmaLinux 9 AMI.
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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.
Version release notes
- Repackaged on a default 8 GiB volume using the latest AlmaLinux 9 security updates available at the release date.
- In this AlmaLinux 9 AMI version, the primary partition and filesystem automatically extend during boot if the instance volume is bigger than the default one.
- This AlmaLinux 9 image automatically updates at launch with latest security patches making sure you are always running the most secure version available.
Additional details
Usage instructions
Ssh to the AlmaLinux 9 instance public IP address and login as 'ec2-user' using the key specified at launch time. Use 'sudo su -' in order to get a root prompt. For more information please visit the links below:
- Connect to your AlmaLinux 9 instance using an SSH client .
- Connect to your AlmaLinux 9 instance from Windows using PuTTY .
- Transfer files to your AlmaLinux 9 instance using SCP .
Monitor the health and proper function of the AlmaLinux 9 virtual machine you have just launched:
- Navigate to your Amazon EC2 console and verify that you are in the correct region.
- Choose Instances from the left menu and select your AlmaLinux 9 launched virtual machine instance.
- Select Status and alarms tab at the bottom of the page to review if your AlmaLinux 9 virtual machine status checks passed or failed.
- For more information visit the Status checks for Amazon EC2 instances page in AWS Documentation.
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Support
Vendor support
For support and maintenance issues related to this AlmaLinux 9 image, please visit the ProComputers Support Portal . Don't hesitate to contact us in case you notice any AlmaLinux 9 AMI related issues.
AWS infrastructure support
AWS Support is a one-on-one, fast-response support channel that is staffed 24x7x365 with experienced and technical support engineers. The service helps customers of all sizes and technical abilities to successfully utilize the products and features provided by Amazon Web Services.
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Customer reviews
Vaxaholic
Must use edd25519 encryption keys
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2022
Purchase verified by AWS
Took me ages to realise that you must use an edd25519 key pair when connecting to this AMI. RSA keys will not work with RHEL 9 and derived Operating Systems it seems.
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