Issue
What is the method of converting an on-demand instance to a spot instance? Do I need to make an image first or is there a setting/option I'm missing?
Is there a notification prior to terminating a spot instance when your bid threshold is reached, e.g., a few minutes?
I'm using EC2 just for personal/hobbyist stuff, so nothing mission critical on data integrity, backup, availability, etc.
Thanks!
Solution
No setting/option. You indeed must make an image from your on-demand instance first. Then you can start any new instance with this image. (These are only 3 or four clicks in the AWS mgmt. console anyway).
Answered By - Thomas Weller Answer Checked By - Dawn Plyler (WPSolving Volunteer)