Microsoft Azure Files Reserved Capacity - Cool LRS - 100 TB
Secure 100 TB of reserved cool storage for Azure Files with LRS in the US North Central region, guaranteeing predictable costs and consistent performance for your critical business data.
- Cost Predictability: Lock in pricing for 100 TB of cool storage, avoiding unexpected spikes in your Azure Files expenditure.
- Performance Assurance: Reserve capacity to ensure your applications have the storage resources they need, when they need them.
- Compliance Ready: Meet data residency and regulatory requirements with storage located in the US North Central region.
- Optimized for Cool Data: Benefit from cost-effective storage for infrequently accessed data that still requires rapid retrieval.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 100 TB of reserved capacity for Microsoft Azure Files using Locally Redundant Storage (LRS) in the US North Central region. It is designed to offer predictable pricing and consistent performance for your cloud-based file shares, specifically for data that is accessed less frequently but still requires quick access.
This solution is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies managing their own IT infrastructure. It fits within their Azure environment, providing a foundational storage layer for applications, user data, and shared file resources without the overhead of managing physical hardware.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees 100 TB of storage, ensuring availability and performance.
- Cost Savings: Provides a predictable monthly cost for a defined storage volume.
- Locally Redundant Storage (LRS): Protects data against localized hardware failures within a single data center.
- Cool Tier Optimization: Offers a cost-effective solution for data accessed infrequently.
- US North Central Region: Ensures data residency and compliance within a specific geographic area.
Secure your Azure Files storage costs and performance with this reserved capacity solution, perfect for growing SMB and mid-market businesses.
What This Enables
Enable predictable file storage costs
Enable teams to budget accurately for their Azure Files storage needs by locking in capacity at a fixed rate. Streamline financial planning and avoid unexpected overages on infrequently accessed data.
cloud-native applications, hybrid cloud environments, data archiving strategies
Ensure consistent data access performance
Streamline operations by ensuring that critical business files stored on Azure Files are always accessible with predictable performance. Automate capacity reservations to prevent slowdowns during peak usage or for essential archived data.
business continuity planning, shared network drives, application data storage
Meet data residency and compliance needs
Enable teams to meet strict data residency requirements by utilizing storage located specifically within the US North Central Azure region. Support regulatory compliance by ensuring data is stored in a designated, secure geographic area.
regulated industry data, corporate policy adherence, geographic data control
Key Features
Reserved Capacity
Guarantees 100 TB of storage, ensuring availability and preventing performance bottlenecks for your Azure Files.
Cool Storage Tier
Provides a cost-effective solution for data accessed infrequently, reducing overall cloud storage expenses.
Locally Redundant Storage (LRS)
Protects your data against hardware failures within a single Azure data center, ensuring basic data durability.
US North Central Region
Ensures data resides within a specific geographic location, aiding compliance with data sovereignty regulations.
Subscription Billing
Offers predictable monthly costs, simplifying budgeting and financial forecasting for your Azure storage.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust data storage solutions that meet strict compliance and data residency regulations, making reserved capacity for critical but less frequently accessed data a strategic fit.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to HIPAA and other data privacy laws, necessitating secure and compliant storage solutions with predictable costs for patient records and research data.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle sensitive client data that requires secure, compliant, and readily accessible storage, often with long retention periods.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers often store large volumes of operational data, historical records, and design files that benefit from cost-effective, reserved storage solutions with consistent access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azure Files Reserved Capacity?
Azure Files Reserved Capacity allows you to pre-purchase a specific amount of storage capacity for Azure Files at a discounted rate. This helps in cost optimization and ensures capacity availability.
What is Locally Redundant Storage (LRS)?
LRS protects your data against hardware failures within a single Azure data center. It provides a basic level of data redundancy and availability.
Who is this offering best suited for?
This offering is ideal for SMB and mid-market businesses that use Azure Files and need predictable costs and guaranteed capacity for their cool data storage needs.
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.