Amazon RDS Upgrade Instances

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

What it does

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

Recommended actions

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