Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive - 100 TB, LRS, US Central, 3 Years
Secure 100 TB of Microsoft Azure Archive storage with LRS in US Central for a 3-year term, ensuring cost-effective long-term data retention.
- Capacity Assurance: Guarantees 100 TB of dedicated Azure Archive storage for your critical long-term data.
- Cost Optimization: Locks in pricing for 3 years, providing predictable expenses for archival needs.
- Data Resilience: Local Redundant Storage (LRS) protects data against localized hardware failures within a region.
- Compliance Ready: Meets regulatory and archival requirements for data that needs to be retained for extended periods.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 100 TB of Microsoft Azure Archive storage, specifically configured with Local Redundant Storage (LRS) in the US Central region for a 3-year commitment. It is designed for data that is accessed infrequently but requires high durability and availability over extended periods, offering a cost-effective solution for long-term data archiving.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this reserved capacity to manage growing data volumes for compliance, historical analysis, or disaster recovery archives. It integrates directly into Azure environments, providing a scalable and secure platform for meeting stringent data retention policies without the overhead of managing physical storage infrastructure.
- Reserved Archive Storage: Secure 100 TB of Azure Archive storage capacity for 3 years.
- Cost Savings: Pre-purchasing capacity for 3 years offers significant savings compared to pay-as-you-go.
- Local Redundant Storage (LRS): Ensures data is replicated within a single data center for protection against local hardware failures.
- US Central Region: Deploys storage in a geographically specific Azure region for performance and compliance needs.
- Long-Term Data Retention: Ideal for data that is accessed rarely but must be kept for compliance or historical purposes.
This 3-year reserved capacity is the ideal choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing predictable costs and secure long-term data archiving in Azure.
What This Enables
Enable long-term data archiving for compliance
Enable teams to meet strict regulatory requirements for data retention by securing 100 TB of cost-effective Azure Archive storage. This ensures that historical data remains accessible for audits and compliance checks for the full 3-year term.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data governance policies, regulatory compliance needs
Streamline historical data management
Streamline the management of historical business records, such as financial statements, transaction logs, or project archives, that are rarely accessed but must be preserved. This reserved capacity provides a predictable and affordable solution for these growing datasets.
data lifecycle management, business continuity planning, operational data storage, information governance
Automate cost-effective disaster recovery archives
Automate the process of creating off-site disaster recovery archives for critical business data that does not require immediate retrieval. This 3-year commitment locks in pricing for essential long-term backup storage.
backup and recovery strategies, cloud-based archiving, business resilience, data protection planning
Key Features
100 TB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a significant block of storage for long-term archival needs, ensuring availability and predictable costs.
3-Year Term Commitment
Locks in pricing for three years, providing substantial cost savings and budget certainty for archival storage.
Azure Archive Storage Tier
Offers the lowest cost per GB for data accessed infrequently, making it ideal for compliance and historical data.
Local Redundant Storage (LRS)
Provides data durability by replicating data within a single data center, protecting against local hardware failures.
US Central Region Deployment
Ensures data is stored in a specific geographic location, aiding in meeting regional data residency and performance requirements.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions and insurance companies have stringent regulatory requirements for retaining transaction records, policy documents, and audit trails for many years, making cost-effective archival storage essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must comply with regulations like HIPAA, requiring the long-term storage of patient records, imaging data, and research information, often for decades.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service organizations need to retain case files, client communications, and historical project data for extended periods to meet professional standards and potential legal discovery requirements.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies are mandated to preserve public records, historical archives, and citizen data for extended durations, often requiring secure and compliant long-term storage solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive?
It is a subscription service that reserves a specific amount of Azure Archive storage capacity for a set term, typically 1 or 3 years, at a discounted rate compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. This offering includes 100 TB in the US Central region with LRS for 3 years.
Who is this service for?
This service is designed for businesses that need to store large volumes of data for extended periods, such as for compliance, regulatory, or historical purposes, and want to optimize costs by committing to a 3-year term.
What is Local Redundant Storage (LRS)?
LRS protects your data against localized hardware failures within a single data center. It provides a basic level of durability and availability for data that is not mission-critical but still needs protection.
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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