Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive 100 TB RA-GRS US GOV VA
Secure 100 TB of Microsoft Azure Archive storage in the US Government Virginia region with a 1-year reserved capacity commitment, ensuring cost-effective long-term data retention.
- Capacity Commitment: Guarantees 100 TB of high-durability archive storage for predictable long-term data needs.
- Cost Optimization: Locks in pricing for 1 year, providing significant savings compared to pay-as-you-go archive storage.
- Government Compliance: Designed for US Government requirements, ensuring data residency and security standards are met.
- Long-Term Retention: Ideal for regulatory compliance, historical data archiving, and disaster recovery backups.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 100 TB of Microsoft Azure Reserved Capacity for Archive storage in the US Government Virginia region, committed for a 1-year term. It ensures a dedicated pool of high-durability, low-cost storage optimized for data that is infrequently accessed but must be retained for extended periods.
Businesses requiring long-term data archiving, compliance with stringent regulatory mandates, or cost-effective storage for large historical datasets will find this solution essential. It fits within environments managing sensitive government data or requiring a predictable storage cost for archival purposes.
- Dedicated Archive Storage: Provisions 100 TB of Azure Archive storage for your exclusive use.
- 1-Year Commitment: Locks in pricing and capacity for 12 months, offering budget predictability.
- US Government Region: Deploys within the secure US Government Virginia datacenter region.
- RA-GRS Redundancy: Utilizes Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage for high durability and availability.
- Cost-Effective Archiving: Significantly reduces costs for data accessed less than once a month.
This reserved capacity solution is ideal for organizations needing a predictable, compliant, and cost-effective way to store vast amounts of archival data for the long term.
What This Enables
Enable long-term data archiving for compliance
Enable teams to meet stringent regulatory requirements by storing historical data for extended periods. This ensures data is available for audits and compliance checks without incurring high operational costs.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data governance initiatives, regulatory compliance mandates
Streamline disaster recovery backups
Streamline the process of storing large, infrequent backup data for disaster recovery purposes. This provides a cost-effective and durable solution for safeguarding critical business information.
business continuity planning, data protection strategies, large-scale data backups, cloud-based DR solutions
Automate cost savings for historical data
Automate significant cost reductions for data that is accessed rarely but must be kept. The 1-year reservation provides a predictable expenditure for this essential archival storage.
budget-conscious IT operations, cloud cost management, predictable IT spending, large data repositories
Key Features
100 TB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a fixed amount of storage, ensuring availability and predictable performance for your archival needs.
1-Year Commitment Term
Locks in pricing for 12 months, providing significant cost savings and budget certainty for long-term data storage.
US Government Virginia Region
Meets specific data residency and security requirements for US government entities and contractors.
Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage (RA-GRS)
Provides high durability and availability by replicating data across multiple geographic locations within the region.
Archive Storage Tier
Offers the lowest cost per GB for data that is accessed infrequently, optimizing storage expenses.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service is specifically designed for US Government regions and compliance needs, making it a direct fit for public sector organizations requiring secure, compliant, long-term data storage.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions must retain vast amounts of historical transaction data for regulatory compliance and audit purposes, making cost-effective archive storage essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers and research organizations need to store patient records, research data, and imaging archives for extended periods to meet HIPAA and other regulatory mandates.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies require long-term storage for case files, client documents, and historical records to comply with legal retention policies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Azure Reserved Capacity for Archive Storage?
It is a commitment to use a specific amount of Azure Archive storage for a set term (1 year in this case) at a discounted rate. This provides cost savings and predictable capacity for data that is infrequently accessed.
Who is the target audience for this offering?
This offering is ideal for businesses, especially those in the public sector or regulated industries, that need to store large volumes of data for long-term retention, compliance, or backup purposes and want to optimize costs.
What does RA-GRS mean for my data?
RA-GRS ensures your data is replicated to a secondary region for durability and is accessible even in the event of a regional outage. It provides a high level of data protection and availability.
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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