Microsoft Azure Storage Reserved Capacity Archive
Secure 100 TB of Microsoft Azure Archive Storage with Reserved Capacity for one year, ensuring cost-effective long-term data retention in the US Central region.
- Cost Savings: Lock in predictable pricing for 100 TB of archive storage, reducing long-term data management expenses.
- Compliance Ready: Meet regulatory and archival requirements with RA-GRS redundancy and secure, long-term data storage.
- Capacity Assurance: Guarantee 100 TB of dedicated archive storage capacity for your critical business data.
- Predictable Performance: Access your archived data with consistent performance characteristics for retrieval operations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 100 TB of Microsoft Azure Storage Reserved Capacity specifically for Archive tier data, utilizing RA-GRS (Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage) in the US Central region for a one-year term. It is designed to offer a predictable cost structure for large volumes of infrequently accessed data that must be retained for extended periods.
Businesses requiring long-term data archiving, such as for compliance, regulatory, or historical record-keeping purposes, will find this reservation valuable. It fits within cloud storage strategies for organizations that need to manage vast datasets without the high costs associated with frequently accessed storage tiers.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees 100 TB of storage space for your archive data.
- Archive Tier Optimization: Designed for data accessed less than once a month, offering the lowest storage cost.
- RA-GRS Redundancy: Provides data durability and availability across geographically distant regions.
- 1-Year Term: Lock in pricing and capacity for a full year, simplifying budget planning.
- US Central Region: Optimized for deployments within Microsoft's US Central data center footprint.
Secure your long-term data archiving needs with predictable costs and guaranteed capacity using Microsoft Azure Reserved Capacity.
What This Enables
Long-Term Data Archiving for Compliance
Enable teams to meet strict regulatory requirements for data retention by securing a dedicated 100 TB of archive storage. Streamline compliance audits with readily available, long-term stored data.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data governance policies, regulatory compliance mandates
Cost-Effective Archival of Historical Records
Automate the storage of historical business records, such as financial statements or project archives, at a predictable low cost. Support business continuity and historical analysis with guaranteed capacity.
on-premises data archiving, cloud data tiering strategies, business intelligence initiatives, data lifecycle management
Preservation of Large Media or Scientific Datasets
Organizations managing large media assets or scientific research data can ensure its long-term preservation without incurring high upfront costs. Protect valuable datasets for future reference or analysis.
research and development environments, media asset management, large dataset storage, scientific data repositories
Key Features
100 TB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees the storage space needed for extensive archival data, preventing unexpected capacity limitations.
Archive Storage Tier
Provides the lowest cost per gigabyte for data that is accessed infrequently, optimizing storage expenses.
RA-GRS Redundancy
Ensures high data durability and availability by replicating data to a secondary geographic region.
1-Year Commitment
Locks in pricing for 12 months, offering budget predictability and protection against price fluctuations.
US Central Region Deployment
Optimizes data access and latency for organizations with operations or users in the central United States.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions and insurance companies have stringent regulatory requirements for retaining transaction data, customer records, and audit trails for many years, making long-term, cost-effective archive storage essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must comply with regulations like HIPAA, requiring the long-term storage of patient records, medical images, and research data, often for decades.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service organizations need to archive case files, client communications, and transactional data for extended periods to meet legal discovery obligations and professional standards.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies are mandated to retain public records, historical documents, and citizen data for specific durations, often requiring secure, compliant, and cost-effective archival solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Azure Storage Reserved Capacity?
It is a commitment to use a specific amount of storage capacity (in this case, 100 TB) in a particular tier (Archive) and region (US Central) for a set term (1 year). In return, you receive a discounted price compared to pay-as-you-go rates.
What is RA-GRS redundancy?
RA-GRS stands for Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage. It means your data is replicated to a secondary geographic region for durability and availability, and you can access both primary and secondary copies.
How does this differ from standard archive storage?
This is a reservation for archive storage. It guarantees your capacity and locks in your price for the duration of the term, making it ideal for predictable, long-term archival 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
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