Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive 100 TB RA-GRS US West 2 1 Year
Secure 100 TB of Microsoft Azure Archive storage with RA-GRS redundancy in US West 2 for one year, ensuring cost-effective long-term data retention.
- Capacity: Guarantees 100 TB of dedicated archive storage.
- Redundancy: RA-GRS provides geo-redundant storage for high durability.
- Term: One-year commitment for predictable budgeting.
- Cost Efficiency: Archive tier offers the lowest cost for infrequently accessed data.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 100 TB of Microsoft Azure Storage Reserved Capacity specifically for the Archive tier, utilizing RA-GRS (Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage) in the US West 2 region for a one-year term. It is designed for long-term data retention and compliance needs, offering the most cost-effective storage solution for data that is accessed infrequently.
Businesses with significant data archiving requirements, such as legal firms, healthcare organizations, or financial institutions, utilize this reserved capacity to manage large volumes of historical data. It integrates directly into their Azure environment, providing a predictable cost structure and ensuring data is available for compliance audits or historical analysis without incurring high operational expenses.
- Dedicated Capacity: Reserves 100 TB of Azure Archive storage.
- Geo-Redundancy: RA-GRS ensures data is replicated across multiple geographic locations.
- Cost Optimization: Archive tier provides the lowest storage cost per GB.
- Predictable Billing: One-year reservation locks in pricing for budgeting.
- Compliance Ready: Supports long-term data retention policies.
This reserved capacity is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations needing cost-effective, durable, and compliant long-term data storage solutions within Azure.
What This Enables
Enable long-term data archiving and compliance
Enable teams to store vast amounts of historical data for regulatory compliance and future analysis. Streamline data lifecycle management by moving infrequently accessed data to the cost-optimized Archive tier.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data-intensive operations, regulatory compliance mandates
Reduce storage costs for historical data
Automate the process of identifying and archiving cold data to significantly lower storage expenditures. Provide predictable monthly costs for large data volumes, improving budget forecasting.
cost-conscious IT operations, large data volume management, predictable budgeting, cloud cost optimization
Ensure data durability and availability
Protect critical historical data with RA-GRS, ensuring high durability and availability even in the event of regional outages. Maintain access to archived data for audits or business continuity needs.
business continuity planning, disaster recovery strategies, mission-critical data storage, high-durability requirements
Key Features
100 TB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a specific amount of storage, preventing unexpected capacity issues and ensuring availability for your archived data.
Archive Storage Tier
Offers the lowest cost per GB for data that is accessed infrequently, significantly reducing expenses for long-term storage.
RA-GRS (Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage)
Provides high durability and availability by replicating data across multiple geographic regions, protecting against data loss.
US West 2 Region
Ensures data is stored in a specific geographic location, meeting data residency requirements and optimizing latency for regional access.
1-Year Term
Locks in pricing for a full year, providing cost predictability and simplifying financial planning for your storage needs.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require long-term data retention for regulatory compliance, audit trails, and historical analysis, making cost-effective archive storage essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must retain patient records and research data for extended periods to meet HIPAA and other regulatory requirements, necessitating scalable and affordable archival solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and other professional services organizations need to store case files, client communications, and historical documents for many years to comply with legal mandates and for future reference.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies are subject to strict data retention policies for public records, historical archives, and citizen data, requiring secure and cost-efficient long-term storage solutions.
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 at a discounted rate compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. This offering reserves 100 TB of Archive tier storage.
What is RA-GRS redundancy?
RA-GRS stands for Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage. It means your data is replicated to a secondary region for durability and is accessible for read operations from both primary and secondary locations.
Who should use Azure Archive storage?
Organizations that need to store data for long periods (often for regulatory compliance) and access it very infrequently should use Azure Archive storage due to its extremely low cost per GB.
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
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