I've been trying out AWS Backup to create a backup and restore SOP, but I've run into some challenges, particularly with password recovery and the need to restore instances with their original IP addresses. I'm on the lookout for third-party backup solutions that can simplify both backup and recovery processes. Ideally, I'm looking for something that automates the transfer of Elastic Network Interfaces (ENIs) from old to new instances. I'd really appreciate any suggestions or insights you all might have. Thanks!
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Restoring an instance with the same IP isn't too hard using AWS's native tools. But honestly, I'm curious why you'd need that? Generally, it's better to design your instances to be stateless, rather than relying on specific IPs—makes things much less complicated in the long run!
Many folks prefer using AWS Backup because their instances aren't designed to be idempotent. If you're deploying using a CI/CD pipeline like GitHub, you might not need AWS Backup, but for unique setups, it makes sense to have it.