Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive - 100 TB, LRS, US North Central, 3 Years
Secure 100 TB of Microsoft Azure Archive storage with LRS in US North Central for a 3-year term, ensuring cost-effective, compliant long-term data retention for your business.
- Capacity Assurance: Guarantees 100 TB of dedicated Azure Archive storage for predictable long-term data needs.
- Data Redundancy: Local Redundant Storage (LRS) protects data against local hardware failures within a single data center.
- Compliance Ready: Meets regulatory requirements for data retention and archival with a fixed 3-year commitment.
- Cost Optimization: Provides significant cost savings for infrequently accessed data compared to hot or cool storage tiers.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Azure Storage Reserved Capacity subscription provides 100 TB of Archive tier storage, protected by Local Redundant Storage (LRS), for a 3-year term in the US North Central region. It is designed for businesses requiring cost-effective, long-term data archiving and compliance.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this reservation to manage large volumes of infrequently accessed data, such as historical records, backups, and compliance archives, ensuring data availability while optimizing cloud spend.
- Dedicated Archive Storage: Secure 100 TB of Azure Blob Storage in the Archive tier for the lowest cost per GB.
- Local Redundant Storage (LRS): Ensures data durability by replicating it synchronously across multiple physical locations within a single Azure region.
- 3-Year Commitment: Lock in pricing and capacity for three years, ideal for predictable long-term storage planning.
- US North Central Region: Data resides within a specific, compliant geographic location.
- Subscription Billing: Predictable monthly billing for the reserved capacity over the 3-year term.
This reserved capacity is the ideal solution for SMB and mid-market teams needing to archive vast amounts of data cost-effectively and compliantly for extended periods.
What This Enables
Long-Term Data Archiving for Compliance
Enable teams to meet strict regulatory requirements for data retention by storing historical records, audit logs, and legal documents in a cost-optimized archive tier. Streamline compliance processes with guaranteed capacity and a fixed 3-year term.
cloud-native applications, hybrid cloud environments, data-intensive operations, regulated industries
Cost-Effective Backup and Disaster Recovery Storage
Automate the archiving of long-term backups and disaster recovery data, significantly reducing storage costs compared to hot or cool tiers. Support business continuity by ensuring critical historical data is securely stored and accessible when needed.
on-premises backups, cloud-based backups, hybrid data protection strategies
Preserving Historical Business Records
Support organizations in preserving decades of financial statements, customer transaction history, and operational data that must be retained but is rarely accessed. Ensure data integrity and availability for future analysis or audits.
legacy data management, historical data repositories, long-term data preservation
Key Features
100 TB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees the availability of a significant storage volume, preventing capacity issues for long-term archives.
Archive Storage Tier
Provides the lowest cost per gigabyte for data that is infrequently accessed, optimizing cloud spend.
Local Redundant Storage (LRS)
Protects data against local hardware failures, ensuring high durability within a single Azure region.
3-Year Term Commitment
Locks in pricing and capacity for an extended period, offering budget predictability and cost savings.
US North Central Region
Ensures data residency and compliance with regional data protection regulations.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions must retain transaction records, audit trails, and customer data for many years to comply with regulations like SOX and MiFID II, making long-term, cost-effective archiving essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers are required to store patient records, imaging data, and research information for extended periods to meet HIPAA and other regulatory mandates, necessitating secure and compliant archival solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and other professional services organizations need to archive case files, client communications, and historical documents for extended durations to comply with professional conduct rules and potential litigation needs.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies are mandated to retain public records, historical archives, and operational data for long periods, often with specific retention schedules and compliance requirements that archive storage fulfills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity?
It is a commitment to use a specific amount of Azure storage capacity (e.g., 100 TB) in a particular tier (e.g., Archive) and region for a set term (e.g., 3 years) at a discounted price. This ensures capacity availability and predictable costs.
What is the difference between Archive, Cool, and Hot storage tiers?
Archive tier offers the lowest storage cost but has the highest retrieval latency and cost. Cool tier is for data accessed less frequently but requires faster access than Archive. Hot tier is for frequently accessed data with the lowest retrieval latency.
What does Local Redundant Storage (LRS) mean?
LRS protects your data against local hardware failures by replicating it synchronously across multiple physical locations within a single Azure region. It provides high durability for your stored data.
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.