Microsoft Azure Files Reserved Capacity - 10 TB Cool LRS - US North Central
Secure 10 TB of reserved capacity for Azure Files Cool tier storage in the US North Central region, ensuring predictable performance and cost savings.
- Predictable Performance: Guarantees 10 TB of capacity for your Azure Files Cool tier storage.
- Cost Optimization: Reserve capacity at a lower rate than pay-as-you-go for consistent workloads.
- Regional Focus: Specifically allocated for the US North Central Azure region.
- Subscription Licensing: Managed through a straightforward Microsoft subscription model.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Azure Files Reserved Capacity subscription provides a dedicated 10 TB allocation for your Cool tier storage needs within the US North Central region. It ensures consistent performance and predictable costs for your file sharing and storage workloads.
Designed for businesses with stable storage requirements, this reservation is ideal for IT managers and professionals managing cloud infrastructure. It integrates directly into your Azure environment, offering a reliable foundation for critical data access and management.
- Dedicated Capacity: Guarantees 10 TB of storage space for Azure Files Cool tier.
- Cost Savings: Offers a discounted rate compared to on-demand pricing for reserved capacity.
- Performance Assurance: Ensures consistent throughput and latency for your file services.
- Regional Commitment: Allocated specifically for the US North Central Azure datacenter region.
- Subscription Management: Simplifies budgeting and procurement through a subscription model.
Optimize your Azure file storage costs and performance with this dedicated capacity reservation.
What This Enables
Ensure Consistent File Storage Performance
Enable teams to maintain reliable access to shared files and applications. This reservation guarantees 10 TB of dedicated capacity, preventing performance degradation during peak usage times.
cloud-hosted file shares, application data storage, collaborative workspaces
Optimize Cloud Storage Budgeting
Streamline financial planning by locking in storage costs for predictable workloads. The reserved capacity offers a lower per-gigabyte rate compared to on-demand pricing, reducing overall expenditure.
stable data archiving, long-term file retention, predictable application data
Meet Regional Data Residency Requirements
Automate compliance with data residency mandates by utilizing storage specifically allocated within the US North Central Azure region. This ensures your data remains within the specified geographic boundaries.
regulatory compliance, geographically specific data storage, regional business operations
Key Features
10 TB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a fixed amount of storage space, ensuring availability for your critical file data.
Azure Files Cool Tier
Provides cost-effective storage for infrequently accessed data while maintaining quick retrieval times.
US North Central Region
Ensures data is stored in a specific geographic location, aiding compliance and latency optimization.
Subscription Billing
Offers predictable monthly or annual billing, simplifying financial forecasting and management.
Microsoft Licensing
Integrates seamlessly with your existing Microsoft cloud ecosystem and licensing agreements.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require secure, compliant, and consistently available file storage for client records, transaction data, and regulatory compliance.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need reliable storage for patient records, imaging data, and research, often with strict data residency and security requirements.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers use file storage for design documents, operational data, and collaboration, benefiting from predictable costs for large data volumes.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle sensitive client data and require secure, accessible, and compliant file storage solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azure Files Reserved Capacity?
Azure Files Reserved Capacity allows you to reserve a specific amount of storage capacity for Azure Files at a discounted price compared to pay-as-you-go rates. This is ideal for predictable workloads.
What is the difference between Cool and Hot tiers?
The Cool tier is designed for data that is accessed less frequently but still requires quick retrieval, offering a lower storage cost. The Hot tier is for frequently accessed data requiring the lowest latency.
Can I change the region after purchase?
Reserved capacity is region-specific. Changes to the region are generally not supported after purchase, so it is important to select the correct region at the time of acquisition.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.