When configuring with Amazon Web Services (AWS), use the Generic Firewall (Policy Based VPN) option in the Non-VeloCloud Site dialog box.

Configuring with a third party can benefit you in the following ways:

  • Eliminates mesh
  • Cost
  • Performance

As shown in the following figure, VeloCloud Cloud VPN is simple to set up (global networks of VeloCloud Gateways eliminates mesh tunnel requirement to VPCs), has a centralized policy to control branch VPC access, assures performance, and secures connectivity as compared to traditional WAN to VPC.

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For information on how to configure using Amazon Web Services (AWS), see the Configure Amazon Web Services (AWS) section.