Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive - 1 PB, LRS, US North Central, 1 Year
Secure 1 PB of Microsoft Azure Archive storage with LRS in US North Central for a full year, ensuring cost-effective long-term data retention and compliance.
- Capacity: Guarantees 1 Petabyte of dedicated Azure Archive storage.
- Redundancy: Local Redundant Storage (LRS) protects data against local hardware failures.
- Term: Provides 1 year of reserved capacity for predictable budgeting.
- Location: Deployed in the US North Central region for data residency and performance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 1 Petabyte of reserved Microsoft Azure Archive storage with Local Redundant Storage (LRS) for a 1-year term, located in the US North Central region. It ensures a consistent and cost-effective solution for long-term data archiving needs, meeting regulatory and compliance requirements.
Businesses with significant data archiving requirements, such as those in finance, healthcare, or media, utilize this reserved capacity. It fits within their Azure environment, providing a predictable cost for storing large volumes of infrequently accessed data that must be retained for extended periods.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees 1 PB of Azure Archive storage for predictable performance and cost.
- Local Redundancy: LRS protects data against hardware failures within a single data center.
- Long-Term Archiving: Optimized for data that is infrequently accessed but must be retained for compliance.
- 1-Year Term: Offers a fixed duration for straightforward budgeting and planning.
- US North Central Region: Ensures data residency and compliance within a specific geographic area.
This reserved capacity is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations needing cost-effective, compliant, long-term data storage solutions within Azure.
What This Enables
Enable Long-Term Data Archiving
Enable teams to store vast amounts of infrequently accessed data for extended periods, meeting regulatory compliance and historical record-keeping needs. Streamline data lifecycle management by moving aged data to a cost-optimized archive tier.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data governance initiatives, compliance-driven retention policies
Ensure Regulatory Compliance
Support organizations in meeting strict data retention mandates by providing a secure and auditable archive solution. Protect against data loss or non-compliance fines with guaranteed storage availability for required periods.
regulated industry operations, legal hold requirements, audit trail maintenance, corporate record management
Optimize Storage Costs
Streamline IT budgets by reserving a significant block of archive storage at a predictable annual cost. Automate cost savings by leveraging the lowest-cost storage tier for data that does not require frequent access.
budget-conscious IT operations, large data volume management, predictable expense planning, cost-effective cloud strategy
Key Features
1 Petabyte Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a substantial amount of storage, preventing capacity issues and ensuring availability for archival needs.
Archive Storage Tier
Provides the lowest cost per GB for data that is infrequently accessed but must be retained.
Local Redundant Storage (LRS)
Protects data against hardware failures within a single Azure data center, ensuring data durability.
1-Year Subscription Term
Offers predictable budgeting and cost management for a defined period.
US North Central Region
Ensures data residency and compliance within a specific geographic location.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions must retain transaction records and customer data for extended periods to comply with regulations like SEC Rule 17a-4 and FINRA rules, making archive storage essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers are subject to HIPAA and other regulations requiring the long-term retention of patient records, necessitating secure and compliant archival solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations need to archive case files, client communications, and other sensitive documents for years to meet legal discovery and professional liability requirements.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies are mandated to retain public records, historical data, and operational logs for specific durations, often for transparency and audit purposes.
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 at a discounted rate compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. This offering reserves 1 PB of Archive storage for one year.
What is Local Redundant Storage (LRS)?
LRS protects your data against hardware failures within a single Azure data center. It provides at least 3 copies of your data, synchronized synchronously within a single facility.
Who should use Azure Archive storage?
Archive storage is ideal for data that is accessed very infrequently, such as backups, disaster recovery archives, or long-term compliance data. It offers the lowest storage costs but has higher data retrieval times and 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
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