Microsoft Azure Storage Reserved Capacity Archive 1 PB LRS US GOV TX
Secure 1 PB of Azure Archive Storage with LRS in US Gov TX for long-term data retention and compliance, committing to a 1-year term for predictable costs.
- Capacity: Guarantees 1 Petabyte of highly durable Azure Archive Storage.
- Redundancy: Local Redundant Storage (LRS) protects data against local hardware failures.
- Compliance: Designed for US Government TX regions, meeting stringent data residency and security requirements.
- Cost Optimization: Locks in pricing for 1 year, significantly reducing per-gigabyte costs for archival data.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 1 Petabyte of Microsoft Azure Archive Storage capacity, specifically within the US Government Texas (TX) region, utilizing Local Redundant Storage (LRS) for data protection. It is a 1-year subscription commitment designed to offer predictable pricing and ensure availability of archival storage for critical business data.
This reserved capacity is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations that require cost-effective, long-term storage solutions for compliance, historical records, or backup data. It integrates directly into Azure environments, providing a foundational layer for data archiving strategies without requiring on-premises hardware management.
- 1 PB Archive Storage: Dedicated capacity for massive data archives.
- US Gov TX Region: Meets specific data residency and compliance needs for US government entities.
- Local Redundant Storage (LRS): Protects data against localized hardware failures within a single data center.
- 1-Year Commitment: Secures pricing and capacity for a full year, enabling budget predictability.
- Cost-Effective Archiving: Significantly lowers the cost per gigabyte for data accessed infrequently.
Secure your long-term data archiving needs with predictable costs and dedicated capacity in a compliant Azure environment.
What This Enables
Enable long-term data archiving for compliance
Enable teams to meet regulatory requirements by storing historical data for extended periods. Ensure data is readily available for audits and compliance checks within a secure, government-approved region.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data-intensive operations, regulated industries
Cost-effectively store backup and disaster recovery data
Streamline backup and disaster recovery strategies by offloading infrequently accessed data to low-cost archive storage. Automate data lifecycle management to move older backups to archive tiers, freeing up primary storage.
business continuity planning, multi-tiered storage strategies, large data volumes
Manage large volumes of historical records
Organizations managing extensive historical records, such as financial transactions or research data, can ensure these assets are preserved securely. This provides a scalable and affordable solution for data that must be retained but is rarely accessed.
data warehousing, research and development, legal hold requirements
Key Features
1 Petabyte Reserved Capacity
Guarantees sufficient space for massive archival needs, preventing capacity-related disruptions.
Azure US Government TX Region
Ensures data residency and compliance with specific US government data handling mandates.
Local Redundant Storage (LRS)
Protects against hardware failures within a data center, ensuring data availability.
1-Year Subscription Term
Locks in pricing for 12 months, providing cost predictability and significant savings over on-demand rates.
Archive Access Tier
Provides the lowest cost storage for data accessed less than once a year, optimizing operational expenses.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service is specifically designed for US Government regions, meeting stringent data residency, security, and compliance requirements for public sector entities.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require long-term data retention for regulatory compliance and audit trails, making cost-effective archive storage essential for historical transaction and policy data.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must retain patient records and research data for extended periods to comply with HIPAA and other regulations, necessitating secure and affordable archival solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services businesses often need to archive case files, client communications, and historical documents for many years to meet legal discovery and professional conduct standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azure Archive Storage?
Azure Archive Storage is a cloud storage tier designed for infrequently accessed data that requires long-term retention at the lowest cost. It is suitable for backup data, media archives, and compliance archives.
What does Local Redundant Storage (LRS) mean?
LRS protects your data against local hardware failures within a single data center. It asynchronously copies your data three times within a single physical location, providing high durability against common hardware issues.
Why choose a 1-year commitment for storage?
Committing to a 1-year term for reserved capacity significantly reduces the per-gigabyte cost of Azure Archive Storage. This is ideal for predictable, long-term data retention needs, allowing for better budget planning and cost optimization.
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.