Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive 1 PB LRS
Secure 1 PB of Microsoft Azure Archive storage with Locally Redundant Storage (LRS) for 12 months, ensuring cost-effective, long-term data retention.
- Capacity: Guarantees 1 Petabyte of dedicated archive storage.
- Redundancy: Locally Redundant Storage (LRS) protects data against hardware failures within a single data center.
- Term: Provides a 12-month commitment for predictable budgeting and pricing.
- Cost Efficiency: Archive tier offers the lowest cost for infrequently accessed data, ideal for compliance and historical records.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 1 Petabyte (PB) of reserved storage capacity within Microsoft Azure's Archive storage tier, utilizing Locally Redundant Storage (LRS) for data protection. It is designed for long-term data retention and compliance needs, offering the most cost-effective solution for data that is accessed infrequently.
Businesses with significant data archives, regulatory compliance mandates, or those needing to retain historical records for extended periods will find this reservation valuable. It fits within Azure environments managing large datasets, ensuring capacity is available and costs are predictable for archival purposes.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees 1 PB of storage, preventing unexpected capacity limitations.
- Archive Tier: Lowest cost storage for data accessed less than once a month.
- Locally Redundant Storage (LRS): Protects data against localized hardware failures.
- 12-Month Term: Predictable costs and commitment for budgeting.
- Compliance Ready: Supports long-term data retention requirements for various regulations.
This reserved capacity solution is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations needing cost-effective, long-term data storage with predictable budgeting.
What This Enables
Enable Long-Term Data Archiving
Enable teams to store vast amounts of historical data for compliance and audit purposes. Streamline the process of retaining records beyond typical operational lifecycles.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data-intensive operations, regulatory compliance focus
Meet Regulatory Compliance Mandates
Ensure adherence to industry-specific regulations requiring data retention for extended periods. Automate the provisioning of compliant storage capacity for sensitive information.
regulated industries, data governance programs, audit trail maintenance, legal hold requirements
Cost-Optimize Infrequently Accessed Data
Streamline budgets by dedicating the lowest-cost storage tier for data accessed less than once a month. Automate capacity planning for archival needs, reducing overall cloud spend.
budget-conscious IT departments, large data volume environments, long-term business records, disaster recovery planning
Key Features
1 Petabyte Reserved Capacity
Guarantees sufficient storage space for large-scale archival needs, preventing unexpected overages or capacity constraints.
Azure Archive Storage Tier
Provides the lowest cost per gigabyte for data that is accessed infrequently, optimizing storage expenses for long-term retention.
Locally Redundant Storage (LRS)
Protects data against hardware failures within a single Azure data center, ensuring availability and durability for critical archives.
12-Month Commitment
Offers predictable pricing and budgeting for long-term storage needs, simplifying financial planning.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Integrates seamlessly with existing Azure services and infrastructure, providing a familiar and secure cloud environment.
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 mandates like SEC Rule 17a-4.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must retain patient records and research data for extended periods to comply with HIPAA and other privacy regulations, necessitating cost-effective, secure archival solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations need to store case files, client communications, and historical documents for many years to meet legal discovery requirements and professional standards.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies are subject to strict record-keeping and archival mandates for public records, historical data, and citizen information, requiring reliable and compliant long-term storage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Archive and other Azure storage tiers?
Archive storage is the lowest-cost tier, designed for data that is accessed very infrequently (less than once a month) and can tolerate retrieval times of several hours. Hot and Cool tiers offer faster access but at a higher cost.
What does Locally Redundant Storage (LRS) mean?
LRS protects your data by replicating it synchronously three times within a single physical location in the primary region. This protects against hardware failures but not against region-wide disasters.
Can I access my data quickly from the Archive tier?
Retrieval from the Archive tier is not instantaneous and can take several hours. This tier is best suited for data that does not require immediate access, such as compliance archives or backups.
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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