Looking to optimize your OpenSearch costs while improving performance? CloudFix’s OpenSearch Graviton Finder/Fixer automatically identifies OpenSearch domains that can be migrated to AWS Graviton2 processors, delivering both cost savings and performance improvements.

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AWS Services Affected

Amazon OpenSearch Service
Amazon OpenSearch Service

Opportunity Description

CloudFix identifies OpenSearch domains running on Intel-based instances (M5, C5, R5) that can be migrated to AWS Graviton2 processors. Graviton2-based instances offer a 10% cost reduction while providing significant performance improvements: 38% better indexing throughput, 50% lower indexing latency, and 30% improved query performance.

How It Works

  1. Finder Phase:
    • Identifies OpenSearch domains running Elasticsearch 7.9+ or any OpenSearch version
    • Checks for on-demand instances in M, C, or R families
    • Verifies cluster eligibility for Graviton migration
    • Calculates potential cost savings
  2. Fixer Phase:
    • Validates cluster health status
    • Performs blue/green deployment to minimize downtime
    • Migrates to equivalent Graviton2 instance type (C6g, M6g, or R6g)
    • Monitors migration progress and health metrics

Key Benefits

  • Cost Reduction: 10% savings on instance costs
  • Performance Boost:
    • 38% better indexing throughput
    • 50% lower indexing latency
    • 30% improved query performance
  • Minimal Disruption: Blue/green deployment strategy
  • Automated Migration: Handles instance type mapping automatically

Important Considerations

  • Version Requirements:
    • Elasticsearch version 7.9 or higher
    • Any OpenSearch version
  • Maintenance Window: Schedule migration during off-peak hours
  • Health Checks: Automated verification before and after migration
  • Rollback Option: Manual rollback possible if needed