Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive - 10 PB, LRS, US West Central, 1 Year
Secure 10 PB of Microsoft Azure Archive Storage with LRS in US West Central for a 1-year term, ensuring cost-effective long-term data retention and compliance.
- Capacity Assurance: Guarantees 10 PB of dedicated archive storage capacity in the US West Central region.
- Data Redundancy: Local Redundant Storage (LRS) protects data against localized hardware failures within a datacenter.
- Compliance Ready: Meets regulatory requirements for long-term data archiving and retention policies.
- Cost Optimization: Provides predictable pricing for large-scale, infrequently accessed data storage needs.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 10 Petabytes (PB) of Microsoft Azure Archive Storage with Local Redundant Storage (LRS) for a 1-year term, located in the US West Central region. It is designed for businesses requiring massive, cost-effective storage for data that is accessed infrequently but must be retained for compliance or historical purposes.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this reserved capacity to manage large datasets, such as backups, archives, media files, and regulatory records. It integrates directly into their existing Azure environment, providing a scalable and secure solution without the need for upfront hardware investment.
- Reserved Capacity: Secures 10 PB of storage, ensuring availability and predictable performance for archive data.
- Archive Tier Access: Optimized for lowest cost per GB for data accessed less than once a month.
- Local Redundancy (LRS): Provides 3 copies of data within a single datacenter, protecting against hardware failures.
- 1-Year Term: Locks in capacity and pricing for a defined period, aiding budget predictability.
- US West Central Region: Deploys storage in a specific geographic location for data residency and latency requirements.
This reserved capacity is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations needing to manage vast amounts of data cost-effectively while meeting long-term retention and compliance mandates.
What This Enables
Long-Term Data Archiving
Enable teams to store massive datasets, such as historical records, compliance archives, and media assets, at the lowest possible cost. Streamline data lifecycle management by moving infrequently accessed data to a secure, cost-optimized tier.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data-intensive operations, regulatory compliance mandates
Backup and Disaster Recovery Archives
Automate the archiving of long-term backups and disaster recovery snapshots, ensuring data is available for extended retention periods. Protect against data loss and meet RTO/RPO objectives for historical data recovery scenarios.
business continuity planning, on-premises data protection, cloud backup strategies, regulatory data retention
Compliance and Regulatory Data Retention
Ensure adherence to industry regulations and legal requirements for data retention by providing a dedicated, secure archive. Maintain audit trails and historical data access for compliance audits and legal discovery processes.
regulated industries, legal data management, financial record keeping, healthcare data archiving
Key Features
10 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees the availability of a substantial storage pool, preventing capacity constraints for long-term data archiving.
Azure Archive Storage Tier
Provides the lowest cost per gigabyte for data accessed infrequently, significantly reducing storage expenses for static data.
Local Redundant Storage (LRS)
Ensures data durability by maintaining three copies within a single datacenter, protecting against hardware failures.
1-Year Subscription Term
Offers predictable costs and capacity for a defined period, simplifying budgeting and financial planning for large storage needs.
US West Central Region Deployment
Meets data residency requirements and can optimize latency for applications accessing archived data in that geographic area.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions and insurance companies must retain vast amounts of transactional data, customer records, and audit logs for many years to comply with strict regulatory requirements like SEC Rule 17a-4 and FINRA regulations.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers and research organizations are mandated to store patient records, imaging data, and research findings for extended periods, often decades, to meet HIPAA and other health data privacy and retention laws.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and legal departments must archive case files, discovery documents, and client communications for long durations to comply with legal retention policies and prepare for potential litigation or audits.
Media & Entertainment
Companies in this sector generate and store massive amounts of raw footage, finished products, and archival content that needs to be preserved for potential future use or historical reference, requiring significant, cost-effective storage.
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 pricing and guaranteed availability. This specific offering is for Archive storage.
What is Local Redundant Storage (LRS)?
LRS protects your data against hardware failures within a single datacenter by creating three copies of your data. It is the most cost-effective redundancy option for Azure Storage.
Who is this service intended for?
This service is for businesses, particularly SMB and mid-market companies, that need to store large volumes of data for extended periods, such as for compliance, backups, or historical records, and want to optimize costs.
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
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