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Overview
The Amazon S3 connector in DryvIQ allows you to analyze, migrate, copy, and synchronize files between your Amazon S3 account and cloud storage repositories and on-premise network file shares. The first step is to create the connection by providing the connection information required for DryvIQ to connect to the server. The connector can be created using any account with permissions to access the content.
Creating a Connection
Expand the Manage section in the left navigation menu.
Click Connections.
Click Add connection.
Select Amazon S3 as the platform on the Add connection modal.
Enter the connection information. Reference the table below for details about each field.
Test the connection to ensure DryvIQ can connect using the information entered.
You will see a "Connection test succeeded" message on the Add connection modal when DryvIQ establishes connection. (If you don't see this message, verify the information you entered.)
Select Done to finish creating the connection.
Add connection modal for Amazon S3
Field | Description | Required |
|---|---|---|
Display as | Enter the display name for the connection. If you will be creating multiple connections, ensure the name readily identifies the connection. The name displays in the application, and you can use it to search for the connection and filter lists. If you do not add a display name, the connection will automatically be named, “Amazon S3.” DryvIQ recommends you enter a name that more readily identifies the connection, especially if you will be creating multiple connections. | Optional |
Access Key | Enter the access key ID required to access the account. | Required |
Secret Key | Enter the secret key required to access the account. | Required |
Region | Select the AWS region assigned to the account (if applicable). | Optional |
Service URL | If you have a custom Amazon S2 implementation, enter the service URL that needs to be used. You must enter the full URL including | Optional |
Use Server-Side Encryption | Select if the account uses server side encryption. | Optional |
Storage Class | Select the storage class: Standard, Standard-Infrequent Access, Reduced Frequency, or Glacier. | Optional |
Features and Limitations
Platforms all have unique features and limitations. DryvIQ’s transfer engine manages these differences between platforms and allows you to configure actions based on Job Policies and Behaviors. The information below is platform specific. Use the Platform Comparison tool to see how your integration platforms may interact regarding features and limitations.
Supported Features | Unsupported Features | Other Features/Limitations |
|---|---|---|
File size maximum: 5 TB | ||
Path length maximum: No maximum | ||
Restricted types: none | ||
Segment path length: No maximum | ||
Invalid characters: Amazon doesn’t restrict characters but provides Object Key and Metadata guidelines you should follow. | ||
