Direct Connect VIF Troughput in GB

Hello Fabien,

To calculate the amount of data transferred through an AWS Direct Connect (DX) Virtual Interface (VIF) in gigabytes (GB), you can use the following formula:

Data (GB) = Data (bytes)/1,073,741,824

Here's how you can obtain the data in bytes:

1. AWS Billing and Cost Management:

   AWS provides detailed billing reports that include information about data transferred through Direct Connect. To access these reports:

   • Go to the AWS Management Console.
   • Open the "Billing and Cost Management" dashboard.
   • In the navigation pane on the left, choose "Reports."
   • Select "AWS Usage Report."
   • Set the report parameters:
     • Time Period: Specify the desired time period.
     • Services: Select "AWS Direct Connect" or "Data Transfer."
   • Run the report, and it will provide you with data transfer metrics in bytes.

2. Cost Explorer:

   You can also use AWS Cost Explorer to view data transfer costs and usage. Here's how:

   • In the AWS Management Console, go to "Billing and Cost Management."
   • In the navigation pane, choose "Cost Explorer."
   • Select "Create report."
   • Under "Group by," choose "Service" and select "Direct Connect" or "Data Transfer."
   • Adjust the date range as needed.
   • Run the report.

3. Custom Monitoring and Billing Scripts:

   For more real-time monitoring and billing purposes, you can create custom scripts or use third-party tools that collect data transfer metrics from your Direct Connect VIF. AWS CloudWatch can be a useful service for this purpose. You can set up custom CloudWatch metrics and alarms to monitor the data transfer and calculate costs accordingly.

4. AWS Trusted Advisor:

   AWS Trusted Advisor provides recommendations and insights into your AWS account. It can provide cost and usage data, including data transfer costs through Direct Connect. Review the "Data Transfer" section in Trusted Advisor for relevant information.

Please note that AWS pricing and billing details may vary by region and pricing plan (e.g., standard or discounted pricing with a Direct Connect service plan). Be sure to check your specific billing details in the AWS Billing and Cost Management dashboard for accurate cost calculations.

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