Switch your file share access from Amazon FSx File Gateway to Amazon FSx for Windows File Server
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This article discusses the discontinuation of creating new Amazon FSx File Gateways after October 28, 2024, and provides guidance on transitioning existing customers from FSx File Gateway to Amazon FSx for Windows File Server.
Specifically, the article covers:
- Introduction to the discontinuation of new FSx File Gateway instances
- Steps to switch file share access from FSx File Gateway to FSx for Windows File Server
- Network considerations when removing FSx File Gateway
- Alternative solution using Amazon FSx for NetApp ONTAP with local caching and data migration
- Conclusion and additional resources
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