Microsoft STORAGE RESERVED CAPACITY, HOT - 10 PB, LRS, US CENTRAL, 1 YEAR
This Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity provides 10 petabytes of hot storage in the US Central region with LRS for a one-year term, ensuring consistent data access and cost predictability.
- Guaranteed Capacity: Secure 10 PB of dedicated hot storage for your critical business data.
- Data Redundancy: Local Redundant Storage (LRS) protects against hardware failures within a datacenter.
- Predictable Costs: Lock in capacity at a fixed rate for 12 months, simplifying budgeting.
- Optimized Performance: Hot tier storage ensures rapid access for frequently used data.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a reservation for 10 petabytes (PB) of Microsoft Azure Hot storage in the US Central region, protected by Local Redundant Storage (LRS) for a one-year term. It guarantees capacity and offers predictable pricing for your high-volume data storage needs.
Businesses with significant data storage requirements, such as those in finance, healthcare, or media, utilize this reservation to ensure their frequently accessed data is readily available. It fits within Azure environments, supporting applications and services that demand consistent performance and availability without the overhead of managing physical infrastructure.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees 10 PB of Hot storage, preventing capacity constraints.
- Cost Savings: Offers a discounted rate compared to pay-as-you-go for predictable, long-term storage needs.
- Local Redundancy (LRS): Provides data protection against hardware failures within a single Azure datacenter.
- Hot Storage Tier: Optimized for frequently accessed data, ensuring low latency and high throughput.
- Fixed Term Commitment: One-year term provides budget certainty and simplifies procurement.
This reserved capacity is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations needing to manage large datasets efficiently and cost-effectively within Azure.
What This Enables
Enable high-volume data access for critical applications
Enable teams to ensure their most frequently accessed data is always available with low latency. Streamline operations by guaranteeing sufficient storage capacity for demanding applications and services.
cloud-native applications, data analytics platforms, content delivery networks
Manage predictable storage costs for large datasets
Streamline budgeting by locking in storage costs for 10 PB of hot data over a one-year term. Automate cost management for growing data needs without unexpected overages.
financial reporting systems, media archives, large-scale research data
Ensure data availability with local redundancy
Enable teams to protect critical business data against hardware failures within a single datacenter. Automate data resilience for essential operational data, reducing downtime risk.
business continuity planning, regulatory compliance data, operational databases
Key Features
10 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees the availability of large storage volumes, preventing performance bottlenecks for critical applications.
Hot Storage Tier
Provides fast access to frequently used data, improving application responsiveness and user experience.
Local Redundant Storage (LRS)
Protects data against localized hardware failures within a datacenter, ensuring business continuity.
1-Year Term Commitment
Offers predictable costs and simplifies financial planning for essential storage infrastructure.
US Central Region
Ensures data residency and optimized performance for organizations operating within or serving this geographic area.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high availability and rapid access to large volumes of transactional data for compliance and operational efficiency, making reserved hot storage a critical component.
Media & Entertainment
This industry generates and manages vast amounts of active content that requires fast retrieval for production and distribution, aligning perfectly with hot storage benefits.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations handle sensitive patient data that needs to be readily accessible for treatment and regulatory reporting, demanding reliable and performant storage solutions.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality groups often manage large customer databases, inventory, and point-of-sale data that require consistent, fast access for daily operations and analytics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity?
It is a commitment to use a specific amount of Azure storage capacity for a set term, typically offering cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. This reservation guarantees your capacity and provides predictable expenses.
What does Local Redundant Storage (LRS) mean?
LRS means your data is copied three times within a single datacenter. This protects your data from hardware failures or transient problems within that specific facility.
Who is this offering best suited for?
This offering is ideal for businesses with significant, predictable storage needs for frequently accessed data. It helps manage costs and ensures capacity for SMB and mid-market companies operating in Azure.
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
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