Microsoft Storage Reserve Capacity Cooling 10PB Government 3-Year Subscription
This Microsoft Storage Reserve Capacity subscription provides 10 petabytes of cooling capacity for government entities over a three-year term, ensuring cost-effective long-term data archiving.
- Extended Data Retention: Coverage for archiving large datasets for compliance and historical analysis over a 3-year term.
- Cost Optimization: Protection against escalating storage costs by pre-purchasing capacity at a fixed rate.
- Government Compliance: Entitlement to utilize Azure's secure and compliant infrastructure for sensitive government data.
- Predictable Budgeting: Access to predictable operational expenses for long-term data storage needs.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Storage Reserve Capacity subscription grants access to 10 petabytes of Azure cool storage, specifically designed for long-term data archiving and compliance needs for government organizations over a three-year term.
Ideal for IT Managers and Business Owners in government agencies or regulated industries, this subscription fits into environments requiring cost-effective, secure, and compliant storage for vast amounts of historical data.
- Massive Archival Capacity: Secure 10PB of Azure cool storage for extensive data retention.
- Cost-Effective Cooling: Optimized pricing for data that is accessed infrequently but must be retained.
- 3-Year Term Commitment: Lock in pricing and capacity for predictable budgeting and planning.
- Government Cloud Compliance: Meets stringent requirements for government data storage and security.
- Subscription Billing: Manageable, recurring billing for operational expenditure.
This 10PB cooling capacity subscription is the right choice for government entities needing to manage large archives cost-effectively and compliantly.
What This Enables
Enable long-term data archiving for compliance
Enable teams to meet regulatory requirements by retaining historical data for extended periods. Streamline the process of archiving large datasets without incurring prohibitive costs.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data governance initiatives, regulatory compliance mandates
Optimize storage costs for inactive data
Streamline operational budgets by pre-purchasing significant storage capacity at a reduced rate for data that is accessed infrequently. Automate the allocation of resources for long-term archival needs.
cost-conscious IT operations, large-scale data repositories, disaster recovery planning, business continuity strategies
Support government data retention policies
Enable government agencies to adhere to specific data retention mandates with dedicated, secure, and compliant cloud storage. Automate the lifecycle management of sensitive government information.
public sector IT infrastructure, secure cloud deployments, data sovereignty requirements, mission-critical applications
Key Features
10 Petabytes of Azure Cool Storage
Provides massive capacity for long-term archiving of large datasets at a cost-effective price point.
3-Year Subscription Term
Locks in pricing and capacity, offering predictable budgeting and protection against future price increases.
Government Licensing
Ensures compliance with specific security and regulatory requirements for government data.
Cool Storage Tier
Optimized for infrequently accessed data, significantly reducing storage costs compared to hot tiers.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Leverages a secure, reliable, and globally available cloud infrastructure for data storage.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This subscription is specifically licensed for government entities and addresses the critical need for secure, compliant, and cost-effective long-term data archiving mandated by public sector regulations.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require long-term data retention for regulatory compliance (e.g., SEC, FINRA) and historical analysis, making cost-effective archival storage a significant operational need.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must retain patient records and research data for extended periods, often governed by strict compliance standards like HIPAA, necessitating secure and scalable archival solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and other professional services often need to archive case files, client data, and historical documents for many years to meet legal and professional obligations, demanding cost-efficient storage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Storage Reserve Capacity?
Microsoft Storage Reserve Capacity allows organizations to commit to a specific amount of Azure storage for a set term, typically at a discounted rate. This subscription is for 10PB of cool storage for government use over 3 years.
Who is this subscription intended for?
This specific subscription is licensed for government entities. It is designed for organizations that need to archive large volumes of data for compliance or historical purposes cost-effectively.
What is the difference between cool and hot storage?
Cool storage is optimized for data that is accessed infrequently but needs to be readily available, offering a lower cost per GB than hot storage. Hot storage is for data accessed frequently.
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.