Microsoft STORAGE RESERVED CAPACITY, COOL - 10 PB, ZRS, US CENTRAL, 3 YEARS
This Microsoft Azure subscription provides 10 petabytes of cool storage capacity with Zone Redundancy in the US Central region for a term of three years, ensuring your business data is consistently available and protected.
- Capacity Assurance: Secure 10 PB of dedicated cool storage for predictable data growth and long-term archival needs.
- Data Resilience: Zone Redundant Storage (ZRS) protects data against datacenter failures within a region.
- Cost Optimization: Cool tier storage offers a cost-effective solution for infrequently accessed data.
- Long-Term Planning: A 3-year commitment provides budget certainty and simplifies capacity management.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Azure offering reserves 10 petabytes of cool storage capacity, utilizing Zone Redundant Storage (ZRS) in the US Central region for a duration of three years. It is designed to guarantee the availability and durability of your business data, particularly for infrequently accessed information.
Businesses with significant data archival requirements, regulatory compliance needs, or large datasets that do not require immediate access will find this service invaluable. It integrates directly into Azure environments, providing a foundational storage layer for various applications and data management strategies.
- Guaranteed Capacity: Reserves 10 PB of Azure Cool storage, preventing capacity constraints.
- Zone Redundancy: Ensures data availability and durability across multiple availability zones within a region.
- Cost-Effective Archival: Optimized pricing for data accessed less frequently.
- Predictable Billing: Subscription model with a fixed 3-year term for budget predictability.
- Global Reach: Located in the US Central region for optimal performance and compliance for US-based operations.
This reserved capacity solution is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations needing predictable, resilient, and cost-effective long-term data storage within the Azure ecosystem.
What This Enables
Enable long-term data archiving and compliance
Enable teams to store vast amounts of historical data, such as financial records, audit logs, and customer transaction histories, for extended periods. This ensures adherence to regulatory requirements and provides a readily accessible repository for compliance audits.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data-intensive operations, regulatory compliance focus
Streamline backup and disaster recovery storage
Streamline the management of backup data and disaster recovery archives by dedicating a large, cost-effective storage pool. This ensures that recovery points are consistently available and protected against regional failures, minimizing recovery time objectives.
business continuity planning, on-premises data protection, cloud backup strategies, hybrid IT infrastructure
Automate capacity planning for large datasets
Automate capacity planning for large, growing datasets by reserving a significant storage footprint upfront. This eliminates the need for constant monitoring of available space and prevents service disruptions due to storage exhaustion.
data analytics platforms, media asset management, scientific research data, large-scale application data
Key Features
10 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a substantial storage footprint, preventing capacity issues and ensuring data can be retained as needed.
Cool Storage Tier
Provides a cost-effective solution for data that is accessed infrequently, optimizing storage expenses.
Zone Redundant Storage (ZRS)
Ensures high data durability and availability by replicating data across multiple availability zones within a region, protecting against datacenter failures.
US Central Region
Offers optimal performance and compliance for organizations operating within or serving the central United States.
3-Year Term
Provides budget predictability and simplifies long-term capacity management with a fixed commitment.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions and insurance companies must retain vast amounts of transactional data and customer records for extended periods to meet strict regulatory compliance mandates like SEC Rule 17a-4 and FINRA requirements.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers and research organizations handle sensitive patient data and research findings that require long-term archival and strict adherence to HIPAA and other data privacy regulations.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations manage extensive case files, client communications, and historical documentation that must be preserved for years to comply with legal retention policies and professional standards.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies are subject to extensive record-keeping and data retention mandates for public records, historical archives, and operational data, often requiring secure, long-term, and cost-effective storage solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity?
It is a commitment to a specific amount of Azure storage capacity for a set term, offering predictable costs and guaranteed availability. This offering reserves 10 PB of cool storage for 3 years.
What is Zone Redundant Storage (ZRS)?
ZRS protects your data against datacenter failures within a region by replicating it across multiple availability zones. This ensures high availability and durability.
Who is this service best suited for?
This service is ideal for businesses with large volumes of infrequently accessed data that need to be retained for compliance, archival, or backup purposes, and who require predictable costs and high availability.
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.