Datto recently unveiled the next evolution of its business continuity and disaster recovery (BCDR) platform: Datto SIRIS 6.
Announced at DattoCon 2025, this newest generation of Datto’s flagship appliance builds on the trusted foundation of SIRIS 5 — delivering faster performance, smarter recovery, and enhanced ransomware protection for today’s hybrid IT environments.
As one of Datto’s Top Blue Partners and a multiple-time Golden Datto Award winner, Invenio IT is already helping clients transition to this next-gen platform and take advantage of its new capabilities.
A Leap Forward in Backup and Recovery
Datto SIRIS 6 represents a major performance and intelligence upgrade over its predecessor. The platform’s next-generation hardware, combined with new AI-driven features, makes it faster and more secure than ever before.
Here’s what’s new:
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Next-Generation Hardware – With upgraded processors and storage, SIRIS 6 delivers significantly faster local backup and virtualization speeds.
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AI-Powered Recovery Verification – Every backup is automatically checked for integrity, so you know your data is recoverable before you ever need it.
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Enhanced Ransomware Detection – AI now helps identify and flag unusual encryption patterns early — strengthening your defense against ransomware.
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Optimized Cloud Tiering – Improved hybrid cloud performance means faster data transfers and more efficient recovery.
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Redesigned Interface – A modern, more intuitive console makes managing backups and restores simpler than ever.
Datto SIRIS 6 takes everything businesses loved about SIRIS 5 and pushes it to the next level,” said Dale Shulmistra, Data Protection Specialist and Founder of Invenio IT. “With AI-powered recovery verification and major speed improvements, this release sets a new standard for business continuity. It’s not just about backups anymore — it’s about confidence, intelligence, and resilience.”
Datto SIRIS 5 vs. 6: Key Differences
SIRIS 5 has long been a cornerstone for dependable data protection, and SIRIS 6 continues that legacy, now with upgraded hardware, AI capabilities, and improved ransomware defenses.
| Feature | Datto SIRIS 5 | Datto SIRIS 6 |
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| Processor | Intel Xeon | Next-gen AMD EPYC |
| Recovery Speed | Excellent | Up to 2x faster |
| Ransomware Detection | Built-in | AI-enhanced anomaly detection |
| Cloud Integration | Standard | Advanced tiering + optimization |
| Availability | 2021–2024 | 2025 release |
If you’re still running SIRIS 5, it remains a solid performer but now is the ideal time to evaluate whether an upgrade makes sense for your business continuity strategy.
At Invenio IT, our data protection experts will help assess your current environment, identify performance gains, and ensure a seamless transition with zero downtime.
Why It Matters
The SIRIS line has always been about one thing: keeping businesses running, no matter what happens. With the release of SIRIS 6, Datto is doubling down on intelligence and performance—helping businesses recover faster, detect threats sooner, and operate with greater confidence.
As ransomware continues to evolve and hybrid infrastructures become more complex, solutions like Datto SIRIS 6 give IT teams the reliability and insight they need to stay ahead.
Learn More
Datto SIRIS 6 is available now. To learn more about what’s new and explore upgrade options, visit our Datto SIRIS solutions page or contact us for a personalized consultation.
