Microsoft Azure Files Reserved Capacity - Cool ZRS - 100 TB
Secure 100 TB of reserved capacity for Azure Files Cool ZRS storage in US East, ensuring consistent performance and cost predictability for your critical business data.
- Guaranteed Capacity: Reserve 100 TB of Azure Files Cool ZRS storage, ensuring your data has dedicated space.
- Cost Predictability: Lock in capacity at a fixed rate, simplifying budgeting and reducing unexpected expenses.
- Performance Assurance: Benefit from consistent performance for your cool data tier workloads.
- Regional Availability: Specifically provisioned for the US East region, optimizing latency for local operations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 100 TB of reserved capacity for Microsoft Azure Files Cool ZRS (Zone Redundant Storage) in the US East region. It is a platform licensing subscription that guarantees a specific amount of storage, ensuring availability and predictable performance for your cool data tier needs.
Businesses with significant data storage requirements, particularly those utilizing Azure for their operations, will find this beneficial. It is ideal for IT Managers or IT Professionals managing cloud infrastructure who need to ensure cost-effective and reliable storage for less frequently accessed data without the overhead of managing physical hardware.
- Reserved Storage: Guarantees 100 TB of dedicated Azure Files Cool ZRS capacity.
- Cost Optimization: Provides a predictable monthly cost for a defined storage volume.
- Zone Redundancy: Ensures data availability and resilience across multiple Availability Zones within the US East region.
- Cool Tier Access: Optimized for storing data that is accessed less frequently but requires rapid access when needed.
- Subscription Billing: Managed as a recurring subscription for simplified financial planning.
This reserved capacity solution is designed for SMB and mid-market organizations seeking to optimize their Azure storage costs and ensure consistent performance for their cool data.
What This Enables
Guaranteeing Storage for Archival Data
Enable teams to reliably store large volumes of historical business records and compliance data. Streamline data retrieval for audits and regulatory requirements by ensuring dedicated capacity.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data-intensive operations, regulatory compliance needs
Optimizing Costs for Infrequently Accessed Files
Streamline operational expenses by dedicating capacity for files accessed less often, such as backups or old project archives. Automate cost management by locking in a predictable rate for this storage tier.
cost-conscious IT management, long-term data retention strategies, cloud cost optimization initiatives
Ensuring Performance for Secondary Workloads
Enable teams to maintain consistent performance for secondary workloads like development/test environments or analytics data. Support business continuity by guaranteeing access to essential, less frequently used data.
application development lifecycles, business intelligence platforms, disaster recovery planning
Key Features
100 TB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a fixed amount of storage, preventing unexpected capacity limits and ensuring availability for your cool data.
Cool Storage Tier
Provides cost-effective storage for data that is accessed infrequently but requires rapid access when needed.
Zone Redundant Storage (ZRS)
Ensures high availability and durability by replicating data across multiple Availability Zones within the US East region.
Subscription Billing
Offers predictable monthly costs, simplifying budgeting and financial planning for your cloud storage.
US East Region Specific
Optimizes latency and performance for businesses operating within or serving the eastern United States.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust data storage solutions for transaction history, customer records, and regulatory compliance, benefiting from reserved capacity for predictable costs and ZRS for data resilience.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must securely store patient records and research data, often with long retention periods, making reserved cool storage ideal for cost-effective, compliant data archiving.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services businesses handle vast amounts of case files and client data that require secure, long-term storage and compliance with data privacy regulations.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers generate significant operational data, including historical production logs and quality control records, that can be cost-effectively stored in a cool tier with guaranteed capacity for future analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azure Files Reserved Capacity?
Azure Files Reserved Capacity allows you to reserve a specific amount of storage capacity for a commitment period, typically at a lower price than pay-as-you-go. This ensures you have the capacity you need when you need it.
What is the difference between Cool and Hot tiers in Azure Files?
The Cool tier is optimized for storing data that is accessed less frequently but still requires rapid access when needed, offering a lower storage cost. The Hot tier is for frequently accessed data and has a higher storage cost but lower access cost.
What does ZRS mean for Azure Files?
ZRS stands for Zone Redundant Storage. It protects your data by replicating it synchronously across three Azure Availability Zones in the primary region, providing higher availability and durability.
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.