Understanding different EBS HDD Storages
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HDD (Hard-disk drives) are those storages that are useful for large sequential input-output operations. It is suitable for -
- Large streaming workloads which require fast throughput at a low price
- Suitable for large volumes of data which is infrequently access
In this read, we will take a good look at some of the differences between the different types of EBS HDSS storages. Let’s get started.
| Attribute | Throughput optmized HDD (st1) | Cold HDD (sc1) |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Useful for throughput intensive workloads which are frequently accessed | Useful for less frequently accessed |
| Size | 500 GB to 16 TB | 500 GB to 16 TB |
| Maximum IOPS/Volume | 500 | 250 |
| Maximum Throughput/Volume | 500 MiB/s | 250 MiB/s |