Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive 10 PB GRS US Gov
Secure 10 PB of Microsoft Azure Government reserved archive storage for your organization's critical data needs, ensuring compliance and long-term data retention for one year.
- Coverage: Secures 10 petabytes of dedicated archive storage capacity within Azure Government regions.
- Term: Provides a one-year commitment for predictable budgeting and consistent access to your data.
- Compliance: Meets stringent regulatory requirements for data archiving and retention in US government environments.
- Value: Guarantees capacity and cost savings for large-scale, long-term data storage needs.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a reserved capacity license for 10 petabytes of Microsoft Azure Government archive storage, committed for a one-year term. It is designed for organizations requiring massive, cost-effective, and compliant long-term data retention solutions within a secure government cloud environment.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in US government agencies or contractors, this license ensures dedicated storage resources are available for archiving sensitive data, meeting regulatory mandates, and supporting long-term business intelligence needs without the overhead of managing physical infrastructure.
- Dedicated Capacity: Guarantees 10 PB of storage, preventing performance impacts from shared resource contention.
- Archive Tier Optimization: Leverages Azure's archive storage tier for the lowest cost per GB for infrequently accessed data.
- Government Compliance: Built on Azure Government, meeting strict security and compliance standards for US federal, state, and local governments.
- Predictable Costing: A one-year subscription provides fixed pricing, simplifying budget forecasting.
- Long-Term Retention: Essential for meeting regulatory requirements for data archiving and historical record-keeping.
This reserved capacity license is the optimal choice for government entities and contractors needing massive, compliant, and cost-effective long-term data archiving.
What This Enables
Enable long-term data archiving for regulatory compliance
Enable teams to meet strict data retention mandates by securing vast amounts of historical data in a compliant archive. This ensures audit readiness and avoids penalties associated with non-compliance.
government agencies, defense contractors, regulated industries, data lifecycle management, compliance officers
Streamline storage costs for massive datasets
Streamline operational expenses by reserving a significant volume of archive storage at a predictable annual cost. This is ideal for organizations with large, infrequently accessed data archives.
large data repositories, historical records, backup archives, cost optimization, IT budgeting
Automate capacity provisioning for archival needs
Automate the provisioning of massive storage capacity, eliminating the need for manual procurement and setup of physical archiving solutions. This ensures capacity is available when needed for large data ingest.
cloud-native operations, data warehousing, scientific research data, large-scale data projects, IT infrastructure planning
Key Features
10 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees the storage space needed for massive archives, preventing performance issues and ensuring availability.
Azure Government Cloud
Provides a secure, compliant environment meeting the stringent requirements of US federal, state, and local governments.
Archive Storage Tier
Offers the lowest cost per gigabyte for data that is accessed infrequently, optimizing long-term storage expenses.
1-Year Subscription Term
Enables predictable budgeting and financial planning for essential data archiving needs.
Microsoft Platform
Integrates with other Microsoft services and offers the reliability and security expected from a leading cloud provider.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
Azure Government is specifically designed to meet the stringent security and compliance requirements of US federal, state, and local government agencies, making it ideal for sensitive data archiving and retention.
Defense & National Security
This sector requires highly secure and compliant storage solutions for classified and sensitive information, aligning perfectly with the capabilities and certifications of Azure Government.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and legal departments often need to retain vast amounts of case data for extended periods to meet discovery and regulatory obligations, benefiting from the cost-effective archive tier.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Organizations in this sector must comply with regulations like HIPAA, requiring secure, long-term storage for patient records and research data, which Azure Government can provide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity?
It is a licensing model where you commit to a specific amount of storage capacity for a set term, typically at a reduced cost compared to pay-as-you-go options. This ensures capacity is available and predictable.
Who is eligible to purchase Azure Government services?
Azure Government services are available to eligible US government entities, including federal, state, local, and tribal agencies, as well as their authorized contractors. Verification is required.
What is the difference between Archive and other Azure storage tiers?
Archive storage is the lowest-cost tier, designed for data that is rarely accessed and can tolerate longer retrieval times (hours). Hot and Cool tiers offer faster access but at a higher cost per GB.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
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.