Can we connect Azure SHIR VM to datasource in AWS via onpremise network connectivity i.e Azure is connected to onpremise via Directconnect and Azure is connected to onpremise network via S2S VPN . Can we hv traffic from Azure to AWS via onprem

Question

We hv a Directconnect from Aws to onprem network.

also hv S2S vpn between azure and onprem network.

Can we now hv a SHIR vm connection between azure and AWS using this indirect onprem connectivity.

i know best way would be S2S VPN or ER between AwS and Azure bt i just need clarification if the above described indirect connectivity will even work

Answer 1

Hi Neha Mittal,

Thank you for posting query in Microsoft Q&A Platform.

It is possible to use an Azure Self-Hosted Integration Runtime (SHIR) to connect to an AWS environment using an indirect connectivity method, such as a Direct Connect connection to an on-premises network and a Site-to-Site VPN between Azure and the on-premises network. However, this approach may not provide optimal performance or reliability, and it may be more complex to set up and maintain than a direct connection between Azure and AWS.

When using an indirect connectivity method, such as a Direct Connect connection to an on-premises network and a Site-to-Site VPN between Azure and the on-premises network, the data will need to traverse multiple network hops, which can introduce additional latency and potential points of failure. Additionally, the configuration and maintenance of the network infrastructure can be more complex and time-consuming than a direct connection between Azure and AWS.

If possible, it is recommended to use a direct connection method, such as a Site-to-Site VPN or ExpressRoute connection between Azure and AWS, to ensure optimal performance and reliability. However, if a direct connection is not feasible, an indirect connectivity method, such as the one you described, can be used as a workaround.

Before implementing an indirect connectivity method, it is important to carefully evaluate the performance, reliability, and security implications of the approach, and to ensure that the network infrastructure is properly configured and maintained.

Hope this helps. Please let me know if any further queries.

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