Snowmobile

Question 1

Snowmobile

Answer 1

An exabyte-scale data transfer service used to move extremely large amounts of data to AWS. You can transfer up to 100PB per Snowmobile.

Question 2

What happens when you upload your data to Snowmobile?

Answer 2

Snowmobile will be returned to your designated AWS region where your data will be uploaded into the AWS storage services you have selected, such as S3 or Glacier.

Question 3

What layers of security are used for Snowmobile?

Answer 3

Snowmobile uses multiple layers of security to help protect your data including dedicated security personnel:
-GPS tracking, alarm monitoring
-24/7 video surveillance
-an optional escort security vehicle while in transit
-All data is encrypted with 256-bit encryption keys you manage through the AWS Key Management Service and designed for security and full chain-of-custody of your data.

Question 4

Snowball Pricing

Answer 4

Snowmobile pricing is based on the amount of data stored on the truck per month.