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 AMD EPYC processors and storage, SIRIS 6 delivers significantly faster local backup and virtualization speeds.
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Automated, Intelligent 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 – Enhanced, AI-assisted anomaly detection to identify potential ransomware activity earlier.
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Optimized Cloud – 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.
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FIPS Mode – Provides end-to-end, FIPS-validated encryption for secure, compliant operations in regulated environments — at no additional cost.
Datto SIRIS 6 builds on what businesses already trust about the SIRIS platform and takes it a meaningful step forward,” said Dale Shulmistra, Founder and Data Protection Specialist at Invenio IT. “The upgraded hardware, faster recovery performance, and enhanced verification and security capabilities give organizations more confidence that their data is not only protected, but recoverable when it matters most. For many teams, this release represents a smart evolution in how they approach business continuity.
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 ~50–100% faster, depending on workload & configuration |
| Ransomware Detection | Built-in | AI-assisted anomaly detection |
| FIPS Mode | – | Included at no extra cost |
| 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.
