Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive - 10 PB, RA-GRS, US East 2, 1 Year
This Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity provides 10 petabytes of Archive tier storage with RA-GRS redundancy in US East 2 for a one-year term, ensuring cost-effective long-term data archiving.
- Cost Savings: Secure significant discounts on Archive storage by reserving capacity for a full year.
- Data Durability: Benefit from RA-GRS (Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage) for high availability and protection against regional disasters.
- Scalable Capacity: Provision 10 PB of dedicated archive storage to meet extensive long-term data retention needs.
- Compliance Ready: Archive data in a compliant manner, meeting regulatory requirements for data preservation and access.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 10 petabytes of Microsoft Azure Storage Reserved Capacity specifically for the Archive tier, utilizing RA-GRS redundancy in the US East 2 region for a one-year commitment. It is designed for businesses requiring massive, cost-effective storage for infrequently accessed data that must be retained for extended periods.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this reservation to manage large volumes of archival data, such as historical records, compliance backups, and media assets, within their Azure environment. This reservation ensures predictable costs and guaranteed capacity for their long-term storage strategy.
- Archive Tier Optimization: Access the lowest cost storage tier for data accessed less than once a month.
- Geo-Redundancy: RA-GRS ensures data is replicated across multiple geographic locations for enhanced durability and availability.
- Reserved Capacity: Commit to 10 PB for a year to achieve significant savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
- Predictable Costs: Lock in pricing for the duration of the reservation, simplifying budget management.
- Long-Term Retention: Ideal for meeting regulatory compliance and business needs for historical data storage.
Secure your long-term data archiving needs with predictable costs and high durability using this Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity for your business.
What This Enables
Enable Long-Term Data Archiving
Enable teams to store massive volumes of historical data, regulatory archives, and media assets at the lowest possible cost. Streamline compliance by ensuring data is retained securely and accessibly for the required duration.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data-intensive operations, regulatory compliance mandates
Meet Regulatory Compliance Requirements
Support organizations in meeting strict data retention policies and compliance standards by providing a dedicated, cost-effective archive solution. Ensure data integrity and availability for audit purposes over extended periods.
regulated industries, long-term record keeping, audit trail management, data governance frameworks
Optimize Cloud Storage Costs
Streamline cloud storage budgets by reserving significant archive capacity for a year, locking in discounted pricing. Automate cost management for infrequently accessed data, preventing unexpected overages.
budget-conscious IT departments, large data volume management, predictable cloud spending, cost optimization initiatives
Key Features
Archive Storage Tier
Access the most cost-effective storage option for data accessed less than once a month, significantly reducing expenses for long-term retention.
10 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a substantial amount of storage space for your archival needs, preventing capacity issues and ensuring availability.
RA-GRS Redundancy
Ensures high data durability and availability by replicating data across geographically distant Azure regions, protecting against data loss.
1-Year Term Commitment
Locks in pricing for a full year, providing cost predictability and significant savings compared to on-demand pricing.
US East 2 Region
Provides data residency and access within a specific, high-availability Azure region for optimized performance and compliance.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require long-term retention of transaction records and customer data to meet stringent regulatory compliance standards like SEC Rule 17a-4 and FINRA regulations.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must retain patient records (EHR/EMR) for extended periods as mandated by HIPAA and other privacy regulations, necessitating cost-effective and durable archival solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations need to archive case files, client communications, and historical documents for many years to comply with legal discovery requirements and professional liability standards.
Media & Entertainment
Companies in this sector generate vast amounts of raw footage, finished assets, and historical media that require cost-effective, long-term storage for potential future use or archival purposes.
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 (e.g., one year) in exchange for a lower price compared to pay-as-you-go rates. This offering reserves 10 PB of Archive tier storage.
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, providing high availability and disaster recovery capabilities.
Who should use Archive storage?
Archive storage is best suited for data that is accessed very infrequently (less than once a month) but must be retained for long periods, such as regulatory compliance data, historical records, or media archives. It offers the lowest storage cost but has higher retrieval times and 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
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Returns
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