Run Commands on EC2 Instances with AWS Systems Manager
When you’re finished with this lab, you’ll have a real world experience of executing Run Commands on a fleet of EC2 instances using AWS Systems Manager.
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Challenge
Verify the Website Setup on Amazon EC2 instance and Attach an IAM Role
You’ll learn to create and attach an IAM role to an EC2 instance to allow AWS Systems Manager to perform actions on your instances.
Challenge
Identify the Blocked Port Using AWS Systems Manager (SSM) Run Command
You’ll learn to send commands using Run Command in AWS Systems Manager to identify the blocked port.
Challenge
Delete the Firewall Rules Using Run Command in AWS Systems Manager
You’ll learn to send commands using Run Command in AWS Systems Manager to delete the blocking firewall rules. You’ll also learn to rate control the commands sent to a fleet of EC2 instances.
Provided environment for hands-on practice
We will provide the credentials and environment necessary for you to practice right within your browser.
Guided walkthrough
Follow along with the author’s guided walkthrough and build something new in your provided environment!
Did you know?
On average, you retain 75% more of your learning if you get time for practice.
Recommended prerequisites
- Basic understanding on Amazon VPC, Subnets (Private & Public), Route Tables, Security Groups
- Basic understanding of Amazon EC2
- Basic understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) roles and policy