Windows applications need shared files over SMB.
Several compute environments must use native Windows file-system capabilities.
Which AWS service fits the requirement?
Amazon FSx for Windows File Server is a managed Windows file system that provides SMB shares for supported clients.
Detailed explanation
S3 is object storage and is not itself a native SMB file server.
S3 is object storage and is not itself a native SMB file server.
AWS Backup manages backups and does not provide an active Windows file share.
AWS Backup manages backups and does not provide an active Windows file share.
FSx for Windows File Server provides managed Windows file storage and SMB-compatible shares.
FSx for Windows File Server provides managed Windows file storage and SMB-compatible shares.
EBS is block storage generally attached to EC2 and is not a Windows file-sharing service.
EBS is block storage generally attached to EC2 and is not a Windows file-sharing service.
Check official documentation
Compare the following points with the official documentation.
Amazon FSx for Windows File ServerのSMBとmanaged file systemの公式説明を確認する。
What to confirm
Windows共有とSMBの要件からFSx for Windows File Serverを選べる。
Key points
- FSx for Windows File Server
- SMB
- Shared file system
Notes
- Environment: AWS公式FSxドキュメントの確認
- Confirm current AWS service behavior and pricing conditions in the official documentation.
Foundation review
File-service choice
Windows sharing requirements call for a file service rather than block or object storage.
Connectivity
Network paths, identity integration, and client support still need to be planned.