Microsoft Azure Storage Reserved Capacity Archive 100 TB RA-GRS 3 Years
Secure 100 TB of Microsoft Azure Archive Storage with RA-GRS redundancy for a 3-year term, ensuring cost-effective long-term data retention.
- Cost Savings: Lock in pricing for 100 TB of archive storage over 3 years, significantly reducing long-term data storage expenses.
- High Durability: Benefit from RA-GRS (Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage) for data protection across multiple geographic regions.
- Compliance Ready: Meet regulatory and archival requirements with a dedicated, secure, and durable storage solution.
- Predictable Capacity: Reserve 100 TB of archive capacity upfront, simplifying capacity planning and avoiding overage charges.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a reservation for 100 Terabytes (TB) of Microsoft Azure Archive Storage, utilizing RA-GRS (Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage) for enhanced data durability and availability over a 3-year term.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies, this reserved capacity is designed for businesses that need to store large volumes of infrequently accessed data for compliance, historical records, or backup purposes, fitting seamlessly into their existing Azure environment.
- Reserved Archive Storage: Guarantees 100 TB of capacity in the Archive tier for long-term data retention.
- Geo-Redundant Protection: RA-GRS ensures data is replicated to a secondary region for disaster recovery.
- 3-Year Commitment: Locks in pricing and capacity for a predictable 36-month period.
- Cost Optimization: Archive tier offers the lowest storage costs for data accessed less than once a year.
- Azure Platform Integration: Seamlessly integrates with other Azure services for data management and access.
This 3-year reserved capacity is the optimal choice for SMB and mid-market organizations needing cost-effective, durable, and compliant long-term data storage on Azure.
What This Enables
Enable long-term data archiving and compliance
Enable teams to meet stringent regulatory requirements and internal data retention policies by providing a cost-effective, durable archive storage solution. Streamline the process of storing historical data that is accessed infrequently but must be preserved.
cloud storage, data retention policies, regulatory compliance, long-term backups
Reduce costs for infrequently accessed data
Streamline IT budgets by locking in low-cost storage rates for data that is rarely accessed, such as historical financial records or past project archives. Automate the allocation of dedicated capacity, preventing unexpected cost increases for cold data.
cost optimization, budget predictability, cloud cost management, data lifecycle management
Ensure data durability and disaster recovery
Provide teams with peace of mind through RA-GRS, ensuring data is protected against regional failures by replicating it to a secondary location. Protect critical historical data from loss, ensuring business continuity even in the event of a disaster.
disaster recovery planning, data redundancy, business continuity, risk mitigation
Key Features
100 TB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a fixed amount of archive storage, simplifying planning and ensuring availability for your long-term data needs.
Archive Storage Tier
Offers the lowest cost per GB for data that is accessed infrequently, optimizing your storage expenses.
RA-GRS Redundancy
Provides high durability and availability by replicating data across geographically distant regions, protecting against data loss.
3-Year Term Commitment
Locks in pricing for three years, offering significant cost savings and budget predictability for your archive storage.
US West Central Region
Ensures data residency and compliance with regional data protection regulations for businesses operating in or serving this geographic area.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require long-term data retention for transaction records and compliance with regulations like SEC Rule 17a-4 and FINRA rules, making archive storage essential for audit trails and historical analysis.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must retain patient records and research data for extended periods to comply with HIPAA and other health regulations, necessitating secure and cost-effective long-term storage solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services need to store case files, client communications, and historical documents for many years to meet legal discovery requirements and professional liability standards.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies are mandated to preserve public records, historical archives, and citizen data for extended durations, often with strict data integrity and accessibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Azure Storage Reserved Capacity?
It is a commitment to use a specific amount of Azure storage capacity for a set term (e.g., 3 years) in exchange for a lower price compared to pay-as-you-go rates. This specific offering reserves 100 TB of Archive storage.
What is RA-GRS storage?
RA-GRS stands for Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage. It provides high durability by replicating your data to a secondary geographic region, ensuring your data is protected even in the event of a regional outage.
Who should use Azure Archive Storage?
Archive storage is ideal for data that is accessed very infrequently (less than once a year) but must be retained for compliance, regulatory, or historical purposes. It offers the lowest storage cost but has higher retrieval times and costs.
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
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Returns
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