Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive - 100 TB, RA-GRS, US West, 3 Years
Secure 100 TB of Microsoft Azure Archive storage with RA-GRS redundancy in US West for a 3-year term, ensuring cost-effective long-term data retention.
- Capacity Assurance: Guarantees 100 TB of dedicated archive storage for your critical data.
- Redundancy & Availability: RA-GRS provides geo-redundancy for enhanced data durability and disaster recovery.
- Cost Optimization: Archive tier offers the lowest storage costs for data accessed infrequently.
- Compliance Ready: Meets regulatory requirements for long-term data archiving and retention.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 100 TB of Microsoft Azure Archive storage, a highly cost-effective solution for data that is accessed infrequently but must be retained for extended periods. It includes Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage (RA-GRS) for robust data durability and availability across geographically separated regions, ensuring your data is protected against local failures.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies, this reserved capacity is designed for businesses that need to meet compliance mandates or retain historical data for business intelligence. It integrates directly into your Azure environment, providing a scalable and secure foundation for your long-term storage needs without the overhead of managing physical infrastructure.
- 100 TB Reserved Capacity: Guarantees a specific volume of low-cost archive storage.
- RA-GRS Redundancy: Ensures data is replicated to a secondary region for maximum durability.
- Archive Access Tier: Optimized for infrequent access, significantly reducing storage costs.
- 3-Year Term Commitment: Provides predictable pricing and budget certainty for long-term needs.
- US West Region: Deploys storage within Microsoft's US West data centers for regional compliance and performance.
This reserved capacity is the ideal choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing predictable, cost-effective, and durable long-term data archiving solutions within Azure.
What This Enables
Long-Term Data Archiving for Compliance
Enable teams to meet stringent regulatory requirements for data retention by storing historical records in a cost-effective archive tier. Streamline compliance audits with readily accessible, geo-redundant data archives.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data-intensive operations, regulatory-bound businesses
Cost-Effective Retention of Historical Data
Automate the archiving of business-critical historical data that is rarely accessed but must be preserved for future analysis or reference. Support business intelligence initiatives with a predictable and low-cost storage solution.
data warehousing, business analytics platforms, legacy data preservation, long-term record keeping
Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
Protect vital business information against catastrophic data loss with Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage (RA-GRS). Ensure business continuity by maintaining durable copies of archived data in geographically separate locations.
risk-averse organizations, geographically distributed operations, critical data protection strategies
Key Features
100 TB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a substantial volume of low-cost archive storage, preventing unexpected capacity overages for long-term data.
Archive Access Tier
Significantly reduces storage costs for data that is infrequently accessed but must be retained.
RA-GRS Redundancy
Provides high durability and availability by replicating data to a secondary region, protecting against data loss.
3-Year Term
Offers predictable pricing and budget certainty for long-term data retention needs.
US West Region Deployment
Ensures data residency and compliance within Microsoft's US West data centers.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions must retain transaction records and customer data for extended periods to comply with regulations like SEC Rule 17a-4 and FINRA rules, making archive storage essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers are subject to HIPAA and other regulations requiring the long-term retention of patient records and medical imaging, necessitating secure and compliant archive solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations need to archive case files, client communications, and billing records for many years to meet professional responsibility and potential litigation requirements.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies are mandated to retain public records, historical data, and operational logs for specific durations, often requiring geo-redundant and highly durable storage solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity?
It is a licensing model where you commit to a specific amount of storage capacity for a set term, typically at a discounted rate compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. This offering reserves 100 TB of Azure Archive storage for 3 years.
What does RA-GRS mean for my data?
RA-GRS stands for Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage. It means your data is synchronously replicated to a secondary region within Azure, providing high durability and availability even in the event of a regional outage. You can also access the data in the secondary region.
Can I access data stored in the Archive tier frequently?
The Archive tier is optimized for data accessed infrequently, typically once or twice a year. While data is accessible, retrieval times can be longer and may incur higher access costs compared to Hot or Cool tiers. It is best suited for compliance and long-term backup.
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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