[EC2] Unable to connect to S3 via VPN on VDI network.

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Issue 

  • n a VDI network, developers are unable to connect to S3 (DNS endpoint) through VPN using their development PCs. 

Cause 

  • Typical on-premise firewall devices do not allow outbound traffic unless the destination IP is explicitly defined, due to security policies. 

Resolution (Choose One) 

  • Use OpenVPN Installed in the VPC 

    • Requires issuing user credentials (ID/PW) and configuration for selective routing.

    • Note: If the VDI operating system is Windows 7, compatible clients may not be available. 

  • Use a Squid Proxy Server Installed in the VPC 

    • Requires configuration for routing.

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