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Reset Windows server identity settings using AWS Application Migration Service post-launch automation

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The article summarizes how to reset Windows server identity settings like hostname and Active Directory domain association when migrating servers to AWS using AWS Application Migration Service. It also shows how to create an Amazon Machine Image (AMI) after reconfiguring the server for launching instances in a connected VPC or as part of an Auto Scaling group.

Specifically, the article covers:

  • Prerequisites: Creating an isolated VPC and configuring the AWS Application Migration Service launch template
  • Creating an AWS Systems Manager Automation Document to reset identity settings
  • Configuring post-launch automation in AWS Application Migration Service to run the Systems Manager document and create an AMI
  • Launching a test instance and monitoring post-launch automation progress
  • Using the created AMI for further testing or production use
  • Conclusion on benefits of automating migration tasks using AWS services
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