Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive - 1 PB, GRS, US West Central, 1 Year
Secure 1 PB of Microsoft Azure Archive Storage with GRS in US West Central for one year, ensuring cost-effective, long-term data retention and compliance.
- Capacity: Guarantees 1 Petabyte of dedicated Azure Archive Storage for your critical data.
- Redundancy: Geo-redundant storage (GRS) protects data against regional outages in US West Central.
- Term: Provides a full 1-year commitment for predictable budgeting and sustained access.
- Cost Efficiency: Archive tier offers the lowest cost for data accessed infrequently, optimizing storage spend.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity subscription provides 1 Petabyte (PB) of Azure Archive Storage, specifically configured for Geo-Redundant Storage (GRS) in the US West Central region for a 1-year term. It is designed for businesses requiring extremely low-cost storage for data that is accessed very infrequently but must be retained for compliance or historical purposes.
Ideal for IT Managers and Business Owners in SMB and mid-market companies, this service fits within their existing Azure environment. It supports long-term data archiving strategies, regulatory compliance needs, and disaster recovery planning by ensuring data availability even in the event of a regional disaster.
- 1 PB Archive Storage: Dedicated capacity for your coldest data.
- Geo-Redundant Storage (GRS): Ensures data availability across multiple regions.
- 1-Year Term: Predictable costs and commitment for long-term archiving.
- US West Central Region: Specific geographic deployment for data residency requirements.
- Cost Optimization: Lowest cost tier for data accessed less than once a month.
This reserved capacity is the optimal choice for SMB and mid-market organizations needing cost-effective, secure, and compliant long-term data archiving.
What This Enables
Enable long-term data retention for compliance
Enable teams to meet strict regulatory requirements by storing historical data for extended periods. This ensures audit readiness and avoids penalties associated with non-compliance for archival data.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data governance initiatives, regulatory compliance frameworks
Archive infrequently accessed business records
Streamline the archiving of business records, such as financial statements, legal documents, and HR files, that are rarely accessed but must be preserved. This reduces operational costs associated with storing active data.
on-premises infrastructure, cloud-based applications, data lifecycle management, cost optimization strategies
Support disaster recovery for historical data
Automate the protection of historical data against regional disasters through geo-redundancy. This ensures that even your oldest data remains accessible and recoverable in a catastrophic event.
business continuity planning, disaster recovery strategies, multi-region cloud architectures, risk mitigation
Key Features
1 Petabyte Reserved Capacity
Guarantees sufficient storage space for massive archival datasets, preventing unexpected capacity issues.
Azure Archive Storage Tier
Provides the lowest cost per gigabyte for data accessed infrequently, significantly reducing storage expenses.
Geo-Redundant Storage (GRS)
Ensures data durability and availability by replicating data to a secondary region, protecting against regional outages.
1-Year Subscription Term
Offers predictable costs and a committed service level for long-term data retention needs.
US West Central Region Deployment
Meets specific data residency requirements and provides low latency access for users in that geographic area.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require long-term data retention for regulatory compliance, audit trails, and historical transaction records, making archive storage essential for meeting these demands.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must retain patient records and research data for extended periods to comply with HIPAA and other regulations, necessitating cost-effective archival solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations need to store case files, contracts, and client communications for many years to meet legal discovery requirements and professional standards.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies are mandated to retain public records, historical documents, and citizen data for specific durations, often requiring secure and compliant long-term storage solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the retrieval time for data stored in Azure Archive Storage?
Data retrieval from Azure Archive Storage typically takes several hours, as it is designed for long-term archiving and not frequent access. This is a key factor in its cost-effectiveness.
How does Geo-Redundant Storage (GRS) work?
GRS replicates your data synchronously three times within the primary region and asynchronously to a secondary region hundreds of miles away. This provides high durability and availability, even in the event of a regional disaster.
Can I access this storage from anywhere?
Yes, as long as you have an Azure subscription and appropriate network connectivity, you can access your archived data. However, retrieval times are longer than hotter storage tiers.
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.