Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive - 10 PB, RA-GRS, US South Central, 3 Years
Secure 10 PB of Microsoft Azure Archive storage with RA-GRS redundancy in US South Central for a 3-year term, ensuring cost-effective long-term data retention.
- Capacity Commitment: Guarantees 10 PB of dedicated archive storage for predictable costs.
- Redundancy & Availability: RA-GRS ensures data is replicated across multiple regions for high durability.
- Cost Optimization: Archive tier offers the lowest storage cost for infrequently accessed data.
- Long-Term Retention: Ideal for compliance, historical records, and data archiving needs over 3 years.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity subscription provides a commitment for 10 Petabytes (PB) of data within the Azure Archive storage tier, utilizing RA-GRS (Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage) in the US South Central region for a duration of 3 years. This offering is designed for businesses requiring massive, cost-effective storage for data that is accessed infrequently but must be retained for extended periods.
IT Managers and Business Owners in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this reservation to manage large-scale data archiving needs, such as regulatory compliance archives, historical data backups, or media asset storage. It integrates directly into their existing Azure environment, providing a predictable cost structure for a significant portion of their long-term storage requirements.
- Massive Data Archiving: Secure 10 PB of storage specifically for long-term data retention.
- Geo-Redundant Storage: RA-GRS ensures data durability and availability by replicating across geographically distant regions.
- Predictable Costing: Lock in pricing for 3 years, simplifying budget management for large data volumes.
- Archive Tier Efficiency: Access the lowest cost per GB for data accessed less than once a year.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly integrates with existing Azure services and applications.
This reserved capacity is the optimal solution for SMB and mid-market organizations needing to archive vast amounts of data cost-effectively and reliably within Azure.
What This Enables
Enable Long-Term Data Archiving
Enable teams to store massive datasets for regulatory compliance, historical records, or media archives. Streamline data lifecycle management by moving infrequently accessed data to the cost-optimized Archive tier.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data-intensive applications, long-term data retention policies
Meet Regulatory Compliance Requirements
Ensure adherence to industry regulations and compliance standards that mandate long-term data retention. Protect critical business data with geo-redundant storage for maximum durability and availability.
regulated industries, audit-ready environments, data governance frameworks, business continuity planning
Optimize Storage Costs at Scale
Streamline IT budgets by locking in predictable pricing for 10 PB of storage over 3 years. Automate cost savings by utilizing the lowest cost tier for data that is accessed rarely.
large data volumes, budget-constrained IT departments, predictable storage growth, cost-conscious operations
Key Features
10 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees the availability of massive storage space for your archiving needs, preventing capacity issues.
Archive Access Tier
Provides the lowest storage cost for data that is infrequently accessed, significantly reducing operational expenses.
RA-GRS Redundancy
Ensures high data durability and availability by replicating data across multiple geographic regions, protecting against data loss.
3-Year Term Commitment
Offers predictable pricing and budget stability for long-term data storage requirements.
US South Central Region
Provides data residency and low-latency access for organizations operating within or serving this geographic area.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions and insurance companies have stringent regulatory requirements for data retention and auditability, making long-term, cost-effective archive storage essential for compliance.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must retain patient records and research data for extended periods to meet HIPAA and other compliance mandates, requiring secure and durable long-term storage solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations need to archive case files, client documents, and historical data for many years to comply with legal discovery and professional standards.
Media & Entertainment
Companies in this sector generate vast amounts of rich media content that requires long-term, cost-effective storage for archival purposes, such as master copies of films, shows, or large project assets.
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 significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. This reservation guarantees your capacity and locks in your price.
What is RA-GRS?
RA-GRS stands for Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage. It means your data is replicated to a secondary region for durability and can be accessed from either the primary or secondary region.
How is the Archive tier different from other Azure storage tiers?
The Archive tier is designed for data that is accessed very infrequently (less than once a year) and has the lowest storage cost. Retrieval times can be longer and may incur higher costs compared to Hot or Cool tiers.
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.