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1. Generally Amazon Glacier service is great for all digital archiving and backup needs, where the archived files do not need to be retrieved instantly. In this short how-to I will show how to install Amazon Glacier command interface on Linux, configuration and basic usage. Before you continue make sure that you have already signed up for AWS.
2. Amazon Glacier File Transfer Client for Mac is a good (paid) Glacier client for Mac OS. If you want use Glacier to store backups, I recommend transfering them with Cyberduck (free) to an S3 bucket and create a lifecycle rule on the AWS web interface to automatically move the files from the S3 bucket to Glacier.
3. Amazon S3 Browser for Windows. CloudBerry Explorer for Amazon S3 provides a user interface to Amazon S3 accounts allowing to access, move and manage files across your local storage and S3 buckets. Amazon S3 file manager by MSP360™ is available in two versions: Freeware and PRO. Freeware version.
4. Jul 08, 2010 Amazon Glacier Client for Windows CloudBerry Explorer for Amazon Glacier will help you manage files, archives and vaults in Amazon Glacier from your Windows computer. With CloudBerry Explorer you can securely transfer data to Amazon Glacier and download it when needed, while saving money with Smart Restore.

I know the topic has been brought up multiple times for Amazon S3 support, but here's another option: Amazon Glacier. It's designed specifically as a data archival/backup system and would be a nice additional way for the ReadyNAS to interface with a backup service such as Vault if designed as a plugin. 2012-09-20 03:05 AM.

Amazon has expanded its list of services and it covers a variety of areas, including cloud storage. There are different solutions available from the company based in Seattle, Washington, including Amazon S3 and Amazon Glacier. The latter is an affordable option that offers an impressive amount of backup space for a reasonable price. However, there are a few limitations that should be taken into consideration before signing up for the service. We’ll go through different aspects of Amazon Glacier, including its performance, limitations and cost. Then, we’ll check the actual backup process.

Prices

It is difficult to establish the monthly price of Amazon Glacier since there are different factors that determine the charges applied. The first aspect that is taken into consideration is disk space. The price you pay depends on the gigabytes per month used when you keep your files in the storage vaults. Bandwidth is another aspect that determines the monthly cost of the service. The price varies according to the amount of data transferred to and from the cloud.

The length of storage should also be kept in mind since you could be charged an additional fee for storing a file for less than three months before you delete it. The price also depends on the physical location or regions. Additionally, it should be noted that retrieving a file can take at least 4 hours. The longer you wait, the amount you pay is less.

Amazon Glacier is affordable, but the price is not as straightforward as other solutions such as SugarSync and Dropbox. Fortunately, there is a practical calculator (although it is not official) that allows you to get an idea of how much you would need to pay per month. You can find it here: http://blender.ca/aws-glacier-calculator

What makes Amazon Glacier an affordable option?

Amazon Glacier is meant to be a long-term storage solution. As the name suggests, this cloud storage service is set to “freeze” your data. When you upload data to Amazon Glacier, it is stored securely, but it is not easy to access. As such, it is not a storage service that should be considered is you need file syncing or continuous backups. Glacier works like a tape backup drive and in order to get your data, you will need to wait more time and pay a higher amount than with other options. If you don’t need to access your files on a regular basis, Amazon Glacier could be a good and cheap option to store your data.

How does Amazon Glacier work?

You can easily register for Amazon Glacier, but before you do, it is advisable that you become familiar with the way in which the service works. It is possible to use your regular Amazon login to create a storage account. Then you will be able to download the Amazon Glacier client to manager your data. There are different Amazon Glacier solutions that you can try and here you will find more about them.

Glacier Uploader

Glacier Uploader is compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux. This makes it a practical option if you are generally moving from one computer to another. Glacier Uploader is more suitable for users with some advanced technical knowledge. Still, this Java client for Amazon Glacier is a good option that can be combined with other cloud backup service or a memory stick.

Fast Glacier

Windows users can opt for Fast Glacier, an easy to use option that is free when you only need it for personal use. It is ideal for uploading large amounts of data into the cloud if you don’t have a T1 connection available, because you can opt for multi-part uploads. The commercial version costs less than $30. Fast Glacier also gives you the possibility of connecting multiple Amazon Glacier accounts. This is very convenient if you need to manage data stored in the cloud service at home or at work. It supports a drag and drop option with windows Explorer.

CloudBerry Backup

CloudBerry Backup is another good solution for Windows. It works like a conventional backup technology, giving you the possibility of uploading data based on your pre-set schedule. This client is compatible with Amazon S3, Azure, Google and of course, Amazon Glacier. If you use multiple cloud storage solutions, CloudBerry Backup is a practical choice. Personal users would need to pay $29.99, while the price for commercial users is between $79.99 and $299.99. However, there is a free trial that allows you to try the service for 15 days. CloudBerry Backup offers good features for home use, but it is more suitable for corporate users.

Arq

If you are concerned about security, you can consider Arq, an option for Windows and Mac that encrypts your data before upload. It works for both Amazon Glacier and Amazon S3. This allows you to enjoy access to your data stored in the cloud instantly when you use S3, while keeping long-term storage in Glacier, for files that you don’t need to access too often. Arq offers a trial that allows you to try the service before purchasing it and it is a more stable and practical alternative to Time Machine for Mac users.

SAGU

SAGU stands for Simple Amazon Glacier Uploader and it uses the command line Glacier application, featuring a convenient and appealing interface. Although it is quite basic and doesn’t offer an extensive selection of features, its simplicity may be exactly what you are looking for. Plus, since it is built in Java, it is very portable.

Cloud Gates

Cloud Gates is an option that sets up a virtual drive on your computer. This virtual drive can be connected to your Amazon Glacier or Amazon S3 and then you can use your usual FTP software to upload files to it. The website is very basic and their Amateur plan, which offers up to 500GB costs $25 per month. However, they promise to refund customers if they are not entirely happy with the service.

Conclusion

It is important to keep in mind that regardless of the Amazon Glacier Client that you opt for, the backups can take a long time to become accessible. This means that it is not the right option for files that you need to access regularly and quickly. Furthermore, you can’t request a single file, but a complete archive in zip file format. Whenever you access an archive, you are charged for the bandwidth that is used to download the data. If you have a large amount of data and a lot of it consists of files that you rarely use (but you still want to keep them), Glacier is a good option. However, it is not the right choice for storing work documents, studying materials or other files that you use on a regular basis.

Amazon S3 Glacier and S3 Glacier Deep Archive are secure, durable, and extremely low-cost Amazon S3 cloud storage classes for data archiving and long-term backup. They are designed to deliver 99.999999999% durability, and provide comprehensive security and compliance capabilities that can help meet even the most stringent regulatory requirements. Customers can store data for as little as $1 per terabyte per month, a significant savings compared to on-premises solutions. To keep costs low yet suitable for varying retrieval needs, Amazon S3 Glacier provides three options for access to archives, from a few minutes to several hours, and S3 Glacier Deep Archive provides two access options ranging from 12 to 48 hours.

Retrievals as quick as 1-5 minutes

The Amazon S3 Glacier storage class provides three retrieval options to fit your use case. Expedited retrievals typically return data in 1-5 minutes, and are great for Active Archive use cases. Standard retrievals typically complete between 3-5 hours, and are best suited for less time-sensitive needs like backup data, media editing, or long-term analytics. Bulk retrievals are the lowest-cost retrieval option, returning large amounts of data within 5-12 hours. The Amazon S3 Glacier Deep Archive storage class provides two retrieval options ranging from 12-48 hours.

Unmatched durability & scalability

The Amazon S3 Glacier and S3 Glacier Deep Archive storage classes run on the world’s largest global cloud infrastructure, and are designed for 99.999999999% of durability. Data is automatically distributed across a minimum of three physical Availability Zones that are geographically separated within an AWS Region.

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Most comprehensive security & compliance capabilities

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The Amazon S3 Glacier and S3 Glacier Deep Archive storage classes offer sophisticated integration with AWS CloudTrail to log, monitor, and retain storage API call activities for auditing, and supports three different forms of encryption. These storage classes also support security standards and compliance certifications including SEC Rule 17a-4, PCI-DSS, HIPAA/HITECH, FedRAMP, EU GDPR, and FISMA, and Amazon S3 Object Lock enables WORM storage capabilities, helping satisfy compliance requirements for virtually every regulatory agency around the globe.

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Low cost

Amazon S3 Glacier and S3 Glacier Deep Archive are designed to be the lowest cost Amazon S3 storage classes, allowing you to archive large amounts of data at a very low cost. This makes it feasible to retain all the data you want for use cases like data lakes, analytics, IoT, machine learning, compliance, and media asset archiving. You pay only for what you need, with no minimum commitments or up-front fees.

Most supported by partners, vendors, & AWS services

In addition to integration with most AWS services, Amazon S3 object storage services include tens of thousands of consulting, systems integrator, and independent software vendor partners, with more joining every month. AWS Partner Network partners have adapted their services and software to work with Amazon S3 storage classes for solutions like backup and recovery, archiving, and disaster recovery. No other cloud provider has more partners with solutions that are pre-integrated to work with their service.

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Media asset workflows

Media and entertainment assets such as video and news footage require durable storage and can grow to many petabytes over time. The Amazon S3 Glacier and S3 Glacier Deep Archive storage classes allow you to archive older media content affordably and then move it to Amazon S3 for distribution when needed.

Healthcare information archiving

Hospital systems need to retain petabytes of patient records (LIS, PACS, EHR, etc.) for decades to meet regulatory requirements. The Amazon S3 Glacier and S3 Glacier Deep Archive storage classes help you reliably archive patient record data securely at a very low cost.

Regulatory & compliance archiving

Many enterprises like Financial Services and Healthcare must retain regulatory and compliance archives for extended durations. Amazon S3 Object Lock helps you set compliance controls to meet your objectives, such as SEC Rule 17a-4(f).

Scientific data storage

Research organizations generate, analyze, and archive vast amounts of data. With the Amazon S3 Glacier and S3 Glacier Deep Archive storage classes, you avoid the complexities of hardware and facility management and capacity planning.

Digital preservation

Libraries and government agencies face data integrity challenges in their digital preservation efforts. Unlike traditional systems, which can require laborious data verification and manual repair, Amazon S3 performs regular, systematic data integrity checks and is built to be automatically self-healing.

Tape replacement

On-premises or offsite tape libraries can lower storage costs but require large upfront investments and specialized maintenance. The Amazon S3 Glacier and S3 Glacier Deep Archive storage classes have no upfront cost and eliminate the cost and burden of maintenance.

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