Amazon EC2 Upgrade Instances

Amazon EC2 Upgrade Instances

This Recommendation identifies EC2 instances that should be upgraded to newer generation instances for cost optimization.

What it does

  • Identifies EC2 instances that are candidates for upgrading to newer generations
  • Provides estimated cost savings from upgrading to more efficient instance types
  • Uses AWS Trusted Advisor recommendations to identify optimal upgrade targets

Recommended actions

  • Upgrade instances to newer generation types for better price-performance
  • Review application compatibility with newer instance types
  • Test performance and functionality after upgrade
  • Consider reserved instances for upgraded instances to maximize savings