MySQL RDS Installation

This article explains creating a new RDS (Relational Database Service) instance in AWS. Follow the steps below to complete the setup with the configurations OvalEdge and the cloud team recommended.

Steps to follow

1. Log in to the AWS Console
   Open the AWS Management Console using AWS Management Console and log in with your credentials.
   
2. Go to the RDS Section in the Selected region
   After logging in, navigate to RDS from the AWS services menu.
   
3. Create a New Database
   Click on Databases from the left-hand panel.
   Then, click Create database.
   
4. Select Database Settings
   On the Create Database page:
   1. Choose the database engine and version.
   2. Select the instance configuration recommended by OvalEdge.
      
   3. Choose other settings based on your needs (storage, credentials, etc.).
   4. Click Create database to launch the instance.
      Note: Double-check configurations before creating, as RDS is a cost-incurring service.
      
5. Monitor Status
   After clicking "Create", the database status will show as Creating.
6. Wait a few minutes, then refresh the page. The status will update to Available once the setup is complete.

Conclusion

You have now successfully created an RDS instance in AWS. Verify all configurations and monitor the status to ensure everything is working as expected.