This Finder/Fixer helps you optimize costs by identifying Amazon EBS gp2 volumes that can be converted to gp3, providing better performance at a lower cost.

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Overview

  • Problem: Many AWS accounts still use gp2 volumes when gp3 would provide better performance at lower cost
  • Solution: Automated identification and conversion of eligible gp2 volumes to gp3
  • Benefits: Up to 20% cost reduction while maintaining or improving performance

AWS Services Affected

Amazon EBS
Amazon EBS

How It Works

Finder Component

  • Detection Method: Scans your AWS environment for gp2 volumes
  • Resource Analysis: Evaluates volume performance metrics and usage patterns
  • Identification Criteria: Determines volumes where gp3 would provide equal or better performance at lower cost

Fixer Component

  • Implementation: Uses AWS Systems Manager for secure, automated conversion
  • Safety Measures: Validates volume eligibility before conversion
  • Rollback Process: Maintains ability to revert to gp2 if needed

AWS Services Details

  • Primary Service: Amazon Elastic Block Store (EBS)
  • Dependencies: AWS Systems Manager for automation
  • Service Limits: Standard EBS volume modification quotas apply

FAQ

Will this affect my application performance?

No. The Finder/Fixer ensures that the recommended conversions will maintain or improve performance. Gp3 volumes provide a baseline of 3,000 IOPS and 125 MB/s throughput, which is suitable for most workloads.

How much can I save?

Savings typically range from 20% to 30% compared to gp2 pricing, depending on your volume size and configuration.

Is there any downtime during the conversion?

No. The conversion from gp2 to gp3 is performed seamlessly with no disruption to your applications.

What are the best practices for this conversion?

We recommend reviewing the volumes selected for conversion and testing the process on non-production volumes first. Monitor performance metrics after conversion to ensure optimal configuration.