DataSync

AWS DataSync

A managed data transfer service designed for large-scale data migration between on-premises storage and AWS.

Key Features

• Agent-based solution

• Optimized for one-time large data migrations

• Supports automated data transfer

Supported Source Protocols

• Network File System (NFS)

• Server Message Block (SMB)

Supported AWS Destinations

• Amazon S3 (Simple Storage Service)

• Amazon EFS (Elastic File System)

• Amazon FSx

Primary Use Case

Ideal for:

• One-time migration of large datasets

• Initial data transfer to AWS storage services

• Bulk data movement to cloud storage