Datto ALTO 3 Specs: Backup Solutions for Small Business

Datto’s ALTO 3 is a business continuity solution that delivers enterprise-grade functionality at a small business price.

Datto ALTO 3 Specs

Storage	2TB
RAM	8GB (DDR3)
CPU	Intel Core i3-5010U
Network	2x1GbE
Chassis	Mini Desktop

Datto ALTO 3 Features

Total Data Protection platform built for small businesses.

ALTO is Datto’s cost effective, yet fully featured. Recover granular data quickly from multiple points in time, and use Instant Virtualization in the Datto Cloud to spin up lost servers, getting back to business in minutes.

All-in-One Business Continuity

Built for MSPs to ensure their customer’s business is always on and resilient to disasters, ALTO is an all-in-one BCDR solution that includes verified backups, restore options for any scenario, instant virtualization, and ransomware protection. All backed by Datto’s private cloud.

Easy To Implement Turnkey Device

ALTO 3 is a plug-and-play appliance that can be up and running in minutes, and managed through a simple web-based management console.

Instant Recovery To The Cloud

Protect data in the local device with frequent backups, replicate backup data to an offsite cloud location – and if disaster strikes, run your server instantly in Datto’s secure cloud.

Protect both Physical and Virtual Infrastructure

Protects physical sources as well as the most popular virtual infrastructure types on the market.

Superfast Image-Based Full System Backup

Comprehensive full server protection ensures quick full system restores, easy recovery of individual files, bare metal restore (BMR) capability, and the ability to boot individual backups as virtual machines.

Instant Full Server Restore

Use Datto’s advanced BMR to a local server, or Instantly Virtualize a server to Datto’s own secure cloud

Hybrid On-Premise and Cloud Data Protection

To virtualize and run a protected server with Hybrid Virtualization, ALTO initializes a virtual machine (VM) for that server in the secure Datto Cloud. Then the ALTO automatically connects that VM in the Datto Cloud to the local network through the ALTO, using a secure VPN tunnel.

Full-server Instant Failover to the Cloud

Datto protects systems from site-wide outages using instant off-site virtualization.

Unique, Automatic Ransomware Detection and Alerting

Datto rocked the industry when it announced the first ransomware detection feature as part of the Datto Total Data Protection platform.

Roll back servers to moments before Ransomware attacks. Even from the very first backup, Datto uses several proprietary methods for detecting the presence of ransomware.

Instant Hybrid Virtualization gets critical servers – and you – back in business right away.

Shoreline Technology Solutions specializes in customizing hardware, software, and networks for small to medium-size businesses. Contact us today to learn how our Managed Services can help your business.

Mark Kolean

President / Network Architect

Mark Kolean always had a fascination with technology from the time he was 3 and his gift of the Atari 2600 to current. In 1990 at the age of 14 Mark got his first job in customer support for a mail order business supporting Tandy TSR-80 computer software shipped on cassette tape. A few years later Mark was building hundreds of 286, 386, and 486 computers for the new emerging DOS & Windows 3.1 computers that had exploded on the market.

After a college career studying business and technology Mark Started Shoreline Computer Systems in 1999 at the height of the dot.com boom with the looming crisis of the year2k bug just around the corner. In the early 2000’s a lot of work was done with early network systems including Lantastic, Novell, and Windows NT Server. Mark became a community contributor to the Small Business Specialist community that revolved around Small Business Server 2000-2011 which focused on single or dual server environments for businesses up to 50 in size. Networks during this time frame mostly had a break fix relationship in which work was billed only when a problem occurred.

In the 2010’s Microsoft released their first cloud based software called Microsoft BPOS which would in later become known as Microsoft Office 365. This introduced a new model in technology with pay as you go subscription services. Starting in 2013 Mark’s team at Shoreline Computer System rebranded as Shoreline Technology Solutions to focus on the transition to become proactive and less reactive to data backup and security needs. Starting in 2018 all customers are required to have a backup management plan in place as a center point with the full understanding that if STS isn’t watching the customer’s data, then no one is.

Now in Mark’s 22 years of business he is building a company emphasis of how to help customers retire servers and build networks completely in the cloud.

Client Testimonials

Jennifer Williams

November 1, 2024

Shoreline Technology Solutions is GREAT to work with and has a wonderful staff---always eager to help and solve all my issues! When I was in jam, they offered many options and identified the lowest cost solution---which as a small business owner I SO appreciate! If you want an IT solution you can TRUST---chose Shoreline Technology Solutions!

Russell

September 22, 2024

The Shoreline team is first class. Professional, efficient and all of their recommendations have helped us improve our business operations!

Chad Kirkpatrick

June 27, 2024

Our non-profit organization, Broadway Grand Rapids, has worked with Shoreline for years and as technology continues to evolve and change, they have been there to guide us. From advanced security implementation to our successful cloud migration project, they have proactively advised us and walked us through it all. It's not just the big projects that they excel at! STS has been our wholistic IT partner keeping us running on a day to day basis as well. Their fast and friendly team always answers and responds quickly to our needs no matter how big or small. No matter your size or experience level, they are the ideal IT partner, and I can't recommend them enough.

Emma Battle

April 15, 2024

We appreciate the fast, friendly and proactive services provided while working both in the office and while working remotely.

jim hovinga

December 26, 2023

Mark and his team have taken care of all my IT needs.....knowledgable, professional and a pleasure to work with.

David Fagerstrom

December 26, 2023

They are there when we call. That means a lot to up

Austin Schild

December 26, 2023

STS has been managing our companies' equipment and network for a few years now. We couldn't be happier with their service. Fast and timely responses, efficient problem solving via remote access, and seamless transitions with little to no downtime during upgrades or additions to the network. Definitely give STS a chance if you're in the market for an IT company to help manage all your computer and network needs!

Morgan Langejans

December 26, 2023

We have only been using Shoreline for a few months now, we switched over to them from another local tech company. The difference in company's is not comparable. If we put a ticket into shoreline they respond within 24 hours, it is usually the same day. Shoreline has amazing customer support; they remote into our computers and are very quick to solve our issues. If for some reason they cannot solve it just by remoting in we had Terri stop in within an hour to help us. We are very grateful for Shoreline, and we are very thankful for your team!

Kendra Ortega

December 26, 2023

Mark and his team have done an excellent job with my business tech assistance and security. I highly recommend them.

Rachel Keur-Nelson

December 23, 2023

Easy to work with and no down time on systems updates, etc.!

Susan Beyer

March 15, 2023

Shoreline Technology Solutions is very helpful for our IT needs. They provide excellent customer service and are always readily available to answer our questions and solve our tech issues.

Jake S

November 8, 2022

Mark and his team are excellent at what they do. They helped us with a large server upgrade and the transition was very easy on my staff with very little work interruption. I highly recommend Shoreline Technology Solutions.

Diana Sprik

May 5, 2022

We are a small office in Holland and have been using Shoreline for over 5 years. We have found them to offer proactive service and IT suggestions. The service is consistently fast and friendly. Because of solutions implemented by Shoreline we've had reliable remote access which has allowed us to be more flexible in our work. The hardware Shoreline installed has been quality and long-lasting. It is clear in all they do that Shoreline takes IT security seriously and we feel well protected by the systems they've put in place. Overall, we have been very pleased with the great relationship we've built with Shoreline and consider them a true partner in functioning at our best.

Jen Aulgur

February 24, 2022

Shoreline Technology Solutions has been our IT specialists since 2016 and they took us from a very antiquated system to something that works for our busy lives at Harbor Humane Society. We have over 5 years of great support with Shoreline. They are extremely fast and typically address our concerns within the same day. They offer proactive services and suggestions. They are helping us with our long term IT security goals as well as continuing to maintain and update our equipment and systems as needed. We highly recommend Shoreline Technology Solutions to meet your business needs!

Ralph Hensley

November 18, 2021

Shoreline Technology had been with us for 7 plus years. They have done a great job of moving us to a reliable system environment, moving us to new platforms, responding to our urgent requests and providing us with counsel on system development. They manage all of our devices, wireless and system server, and all of our user devices. They always respond to our needs quickly and we value having them as a trusted valued added partner. With lots of sensitive and confidential information on our servers, its great to know we have a partner who is looking out for our best interests and the interests of the church. We would not want to be with any other IT provider. We were and it was not a pleasant relationship. I would recommend to any company looking to have a value added partners, look no further Shoreline Technology is the answer.

Clint Myers

November 11, 2021

Mark and his team at Shoreline have been fantastic to work with as Shoreline helped us unbundle and reconfigure our network this past year! They worked around our schedule to minimize downtime and quickly responded when we had questions. Highly recommend

Ryan Dykstra

October 25, 2021

Basic IT break-fix issues are unpredictable and sometimes maddening - especially if they're left to accumulate over time. A dependable and competent resource for IT is very important for us and has been surprisingly hard to find, but that’s exactly what we have now after signing up with Shoreline. They're responsive, professional and efficient (and nice to be around!). Our productivity has increased and downtime has virtually disappeared.

Marc Vlietstra

July 7, 2021

Mark and his team at Shoreline Tech have supported our company for over 8 years. They are very responsive to any calls for support and can always find a solution to our communication issues. They continue to support our older server and have already laid plans for the upgrade due in 2023. As our machines age and technology advances, communication becomes more difficult between our workstations and the machine controls. They remotely repair our system when necessary so that we can maintain our production schedule. I highly recommend the team at Shoreline and have no desire to search for another IT service. Their service and knowledge are top notch.

Amanda J. Snyder

March 9, 2021

We hired Shoreline Technology Solutions (STS) in January 2021 to be our managed IT provider and migrate our current IT environment onto a brand new, cloud-based system utilizing Microsoft 365. Our situation was challenging and unique, but Mark and his team didn’t hesitate to take on the challenge. During the planning stages, STS was very proactive in making recommendations for items we never considered. They helped us plan and think through all stages of the migration process. We couldn’t have asked for a more seamless and easy transition. Downtime was minimal and any end-user issues were met with friendly, efficient service. Now that we’re through the migration, our organization is happily working under the new system with great efficiency. We look forward to a long-standing relationship with STS as our IT service provider.

L B

November 16, 2020

So grateful for the STS help at a crazy time right before the election. The internet outage at the office meant that I couldn’t issue ballots to people who were stopping in all day long to vote early. Kyle not only helped me set up my computer to work off my phone’s hotspot, but he came back later to network the new laptops together for the election day festivities—something that I just didn’t have time for.

Craig Schrotenboer

November 3, 2020

We have very much enjoyed our relationship with STS. Their people know the IT industry and develop IT solution that meet our need. We find their pricing to be very competitive, great value. Their staff is friendly and knowledgeable. They are responsive to our needs. Appreciate remote access during these COVID times. I highly recommend STS you won't be disappointed.

Appenx Inc

October 13, 2020

Appenx Inc. started using Shoreline Technology about a year ago. We had a patchwork of old computer systems in place (with many failures) prior to their involvement and were in the beginning stages of implementing a new all encompassing business system. We needed help with a new server and workstations that were more dependable, setting up more modern email, working with our legacy business system provider and backups to ensure our data is secure. We interviewed many local IT companies that all had positive attributes but felt Mark and his team had the expertise, honest feedback and reasonable pricing to fit our needs. The Shoreline team has done a great job with our goals above and helping us keep some of our older systems going (which has really helped spread out some of the costs), implementing new systems and communicating with our other IT related vendors to keep things running smoothly and let us focus on our business rather than our computers. I would highly recommend Shoreline Tech!

lonna nykamp

July 10, 2020

Ok Tire has been using Shoreline for over 15 years. We recommend them to anyone looking for an IT service that responds promptly when you contact them and their Equipment is high quality at a good value. Our server they built just keeps on going...Mark meets with us on a regular basis to go over what our plans are so they can stay on top of our IT needs. They are a great bunch of guys!

Alan Jeffries

July 8, 2020

I can't say enough good things about Shoreline Technology Solutions. They have been great to work with and are always responsive to our requests. They were life saving when we had to move all of our employees from working in the office to working remotely. They had us up and running within a day. They also helped us purchase new wireless hardware, new computers and upgrade our computer software. We are glad to have them as our IT professionals!