If you want to store your data on AWS cloud using its services like S3 Bucket but are in a place where high-bandwidth internet connections or the AWS data centers are not available. The user can use the AWS Snow family’s smallest member “Snowcone”, a rugged device to transfer data between on-premises locations and AWS cloud services. This device can work in extreme weather and is tamper-evident and tamper-resistant.

To use this device the user should first order it from AWS. This blog will provide the procedure to order the AWS Snowcone device.

Potential Users of AWS Snowcone

The AWS Snowcone can be utilized by users, who have the:

• Limited network connectivity or unreliable internet access, such as remote locations or field operations
• Small-scale data transfer needs, such as data migration and backups
• Need to ensure data security and data protection, such as encryption in transit and at rest
• Need to ensure compliance with critical security in the organizations, such as healthcare, finance, and government
• Edge computing and IoT applications where data processing is required at or near the location where it is generated

Let us see the procedure to order a new AWS Snowcone device using the AWS account.

How to Place an AWS Snowcone Order?

To place the order for a new AWS Snowcone device, follow the steps provided below:

Step 1: Open AWS Snow Family Dashboard
In the AWS Management Console, search “snow” and open the “AWS Snow Family” service:

Step 2: Start Placing the Order for AWS Snowcone
In the “AWS Snow Family” dashboard, click on the button “Order an AWS Snow family device”:

Step 3: Choose the Job type
A job prompt is open, provide the name of this job and select the type as import to “Amazon S3” then click on the “Next” button:

Step 4: Select the Snowcone Device
Select the desired “Snowcone” device:

Step 5: Select the Storage
The AWS does not ship the power supply battery so tick the checkbox “I will provide my own power supply and ethernet cable”. Also, select the storage type such as “S3 data transfer”:

The next step is to select the S3 bucket and click on the “Next” button:

Step 6: Enable Wireless Network Support for Snowcone
Select the checkbox “Enable Wireless for Snowcone”:

Step 7: Configure Security, Shipping, and Notification Parameters
Configure the encryption setting and provide your shipping details, to receive your AWS Snowcone device. Also, provide email for SMS notifications:

Step 8: Review and Create the Order Job
Review the order details and press the “Create job” button:

Once the job is created successfully, AWS will deliver the Snowcone device in a few working days.

Conclusion

AWS Snowcone is a small, lightweight, and rugged device to transfer data between on-premises locations and AWS cloud services, such as an S3 Bucket. To order this device, head to the AWS Snow Family management console and click on the button to place an order for the Snow Family device. A new job will create, provide the necessary information, and order the Snowcone device, which will be delivered in a few working days.