May 20, 2023
1) Install AWS CLI
Configure it with your Access ID and Access Key
aws configure
Access key ID AKIARKVK52ZJW7V2T4PFMK
Secret access key vHehC4hcXi87e7E3ueO6AJmaG9ou2
This is what you have to give for input
AWS Access Key ID [MTPL]: AKIARKVK52ZJW7V2T4PFMK AWS Secret Access Key [I/CA]: vHehC4hcXi87e7E3ueO6AJmaG9ou2
Default region name [ap-south-1]: us-east-1
Default output format [json]:
2) Creating the EC2 Instance
Syntax
aws ec2 run-instances \
–image-id ami-0ae8f15ae66fe8cda \ # Replace with your desired AMI ID
–instance-type t2.micro \ # Replace with your desired instance type
–key-name virginia.pem \ # Replace with your key pair name
–security-groups sg-03507ecf7a754f334 \ # Replace with your security group ID
–count 1
aws ec2 run-instances –image-id –count 1 –instance-type t2.micro –key-name –security-group-ids –subnet-id
Example
aws ec2 run-instances –image-id ami-0ae8f15ae66fe8cda –count 1 –instance-type t2.micro –key-name virginia –security-group-ids sg-03507ecf7a754f334
Now run this command to see all the instances plus this new one too.
aws ec2 describe-instances
3) Stopping the EC2 Instance
aws ec2 stop-instances –instance-ids i-xxxxxxxxxxxx
Example
aws ec2 stop-instances –instance-ids i-00d85a79cdfd6786d
4) Starting the EC2 Instance
aws ec2 start-instances –instance-ids i-xxxxxxxxxxxx
Example
aws ec2 start-instances –instance-ids i-00d85a79cdfd6786d
5) Rebooting an EC2 Instance
aws ec2 reboot-instances –instance-ids i-xxxxxxxxxxxx
6) Changing Instance Type
aws ec2 modify-instance-attribute –instance-id i-xxxxxxxxxxxx –attribute instanceType –value t3.medium
Replace t3.medium with your desired instance type.
7) Terminating an EC2 Instance
aws ec2 terminate-instances –instance-ids i-xxxxxxxxxxxx
aws ec2 terminate-instances –instance-ids i-00d85a79cdfd6786d
Author Pushpjeet Cholkar
Pushpjeet Cholkar is a seasoned professional with a strong background in computer science. Born in Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh, India, he pursued his undergraduate degree in Computer Science (B.E.) and is currently working towards a Master's degree in Computer Science (M.E.). With three Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) certifications under his belt and the prestigious title of Senior National Arbiter (India Level), Pushpjeet has established himself as a respected expert in the field. He has a wealth of experience as a trainer, having conducted sessions worldwide, including the USA, Sri Lanka, Muscat, and Africa, specializing in consulting and database administration (DBA). His previous roles at Oracle Bangalore, Deloitte Hyderabad, and RBS Hyderabad have further honed his skills and broadened his industry knowledge. Beyond his professional pursuits, Pushpjeet is passionate about drawing and currency collection, showcasing his diverse interests and creative spirit.