Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive - 100 TB, RA-GRS, US Central
Secure 100 TB of Microsoft Azure Archive storage with RA-GRS in US Central for a 3-year term, ensuring cost-effective, long-term data retention.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees 100 TB of dedicated archive storage for predictable performance and cost.
- RA-GRS Redundancy: Provides geo-redundant storage across US Central for enhanced data durability and availability.
- Archive Tier Access: Offers the lowest cost storage for data accessed infrequently, ideal for compliance and historical records.
- 3-Year Term: Locks in pricing and capacity for three years, simplifying budgeting and long-term data management planning.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Azure Storage Reserved Capacity subscription provides 100 TB of Archive tier storage in the US Central region, utilizing Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage (RA-GRS). It is designed for businesses requiring cost-effective, long-term storage for data that is accessed infrequently but must be retained for compliance or historical purposes.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this service to manage large volumes of archival data without the unpredictable costs of on-demand storage. It integrates directly into Azure environments, supporting applications that require massive data archives, such as backup repositories, disaster recovery archives, and regulatory compliance data.
- Cost Optimization: Significantly reduces storage costs for infrequently accessed data compared to hot or cool tiers.
- Data Durability: RA-GRS ensures data is replicated to a secondary region, protecting against regional outages.
- Predictable Capacity: Reserves 100 TB, eliminating concerns about storage availability and fluctuating costs.
- Compliance Ready: Meets long-term data retention requirements for regulatory and legal mandates.
- Simplified Management: A subscription model simplifies procurement and financial planning for large-scale storage needs.
This reserved capacity solution is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations needing to archive vast amounts of data cost-effectively and reliably for extended periods.
What This Enables
Long-Term Data Archiving for Compliance
Enable teams to meet strict regulatory and legal data retention mandates by storing historical data cost-effectively. Streamline compliance audits with readily accessible, yet low-cost, archival storage.
Cloud-native applications, hybrid cloud environments, data lifecycle management policies
Backup and Disaster Recovery Archives
Organizations deploying robust backup strategies can offload older backup data to this cost-efficient archive tier. Protect critical business data with geo-redundancy for enhanced disaster recovery capabilities.
On-premises backups, cloud backup solutions, business continuity planning
Preserving Historical Business Records
Businesses needing to retain extensive historical records, such as financial statements, transaction logs, or project documentation, can do so affordably. Automate the movement of aging data to archive tiers to free up primary storage.
Data warehousing, legacy system data migration, research data storage
Key Features
100 TB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees access to a significant volume of storage, preventing unexpected capacity limits and ensuring availability for archival needs.
Archive Storage Tier
Provides the lowest cost per gigabyte for data that is accessed infrequently, significantly reducing expenses for long-term data retention.
RA-GRS (Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage)
Ensures high data durability and availability by replicating data to a secondary geographic location, protecting against regional failures.
US Central Region
Offers data residency and performance benefits for organizations operating within or serving the central United States.
3-Year Term Commitment
Locks in pricing and capacity for an extended period, simplifying budgeting and providing long-term cost predictability.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require long-term data retention for regulatory compliance, such as SEC Rule 17a-4, making cost-effective archive storage essential for audit trails and historical transaction data.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must retain patient records for extended periods as mandated by HIPAA and other regulations, necessitating secure and compliant long-term storage solutions for medical images and electronic health records.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and legal departments need to archive case files, discovery documents, and client communications for many years to meet professional responsibility and potential litigation requirements.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies are subject to strict record-keeping and archival mandates for public records, historical data, and operational logs, requiring reliable 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 offering significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. This ensures you have the capacity you need at a predictable price.
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 you can read data from both the primary and secondary locations.
Who is this service for?
This service is designed for businesses, particularly SMBs and mid-market companies, that need to store large volumes of data for extended periods, such as for compliance, backups, or historical records, and want to optimize storage 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
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.