AWS DataSync is a fully managed service that simplifies and accelerates the migration of data between on-premises systems, AWS storage, and other cloud services. It automates the data transfer process and supports file-based storage, ensuring fast, secure, and reliable data movement.
High-Speed Data Transfer:
Transfers data up to 10 times faster than traditional tools.
Optimized for large-scale data migrations, synchronization, and replication.
Source or Destination Options:
Amazon S3 (object storage)
Amazon EFS (Elastic File System)
Amazon FSx (Windows File Server, NetApp ONTAP, Lustre)
On-premises file systems (NFS, SMB)
Other AWS Regions or cloud providers via standard protocols.
Automation and Scheduling:
Allows for incremental and recurring transfers to keep systems in sync.
Automated scheduling to reduce manual intervention.
DataSync Agent
Deploy a virtual machine (VM) agent on-premises or in other clouds to connect to your storage system.