What is a prerequisite to confirming that ActiveGates can connect to AWS for monitoring?

To confirm that ActiveGates can connect to AWS for monitoring, ensuring the role is attached to all ActiveGates is essential. ActiveGates act as a bridge between Dynatrace and cloud environments such as AWS. By attaching the correct role, ActiveGates are granted the necessary permissions to access AWS resources and collect monitoring data. This role provides the required security credentials that allow ActiveGates to interact with AWS services properly.

While correct AWS credentials, internet connectivity, and version compatibility are important considerations, they are secondary to the proper configuration of roles. Without the appropriate role being attached, ActiveGates would not have the necessary authorizations, making it impossible to monitor AWS effectively. Thus, the prerequisite of attaching the correct role is critical in establishing a successful connection between ActiveGates and AWS.