Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive 1 PB RA-GRS US GOV TX
Secure 1 PB of Microsoft Azure Archive storage for US Government entities with a 1-year commitment, ensuring cost-effective, compliant data retention.
- Capacity Assurance: Guarantees 1 PB of highly durable, low-cost Azure Archive storage for your critical data.
- Compliance Focus: Tailored for US Government requirements, meeting strict data residency and security mandates.
- Cost Optimization: Reserved capacity for 1 year locks in pricing, significantly reducing long-term storage expenses.
- High Durability: Protects data against loss with RA-GRS redundancy, ensuring availability even in regional outages.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 1 Petabyte (PB) of Microsoft Azure Archive storage capacity, specifically reserved for US Government entities. It utilizes Redundant Archive (RA-GRS) storage, offering the highest level of durability and availability for data that is accessed infrequently but must be retained for extended periods.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in US Government agencies or organizations handling government data, this reserved capacity ensures predictable costs and meets regulatory compliance needs for long-term data archiving. It fits within Azure environments as a foundational storage layer for compliance and historical data.
- 1 PB Reserved Archive Storage: Dedicated capacity for long-term data retention at archive tier pricing.
- RA-GRS Redundancy: Geo-redundant storage ensures data availability and durability across multiple regions.
- US Government Compliance: Designed to meet the specific regulatory and data residency requirements for US Government workloads.
- 1-Year Commitment: Predictable billing and cost savings through a fixed 12-month reservation.
- Cost-Effective Archiving: Lowest cost storage tier for data accessed less than once a year.
This reserved capacity is the optimal choice for US Government entities needing cost-effective, compliant, and highly durable long-term data storage.
What This Enables
Enable long-term data archiving for compliance
Enable teams to meet stringent regulatory data retention requirements by providing a dedicated, cost-effective archive storage solution. Ensure data is preserved and accessible for audits and historical analysis as needed.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data-intensive operations, regulated industries
Streamline data lifecycle management
Streamline the management of infrequently accessed data by automatically tiering it to the cost-effective archive storage. Reduce the complexity and cost associated with managing large datasets over extended periods.
large data repositories, operational data storage, historical record keeping, cloud storage optimization
Automate cost-effective data preservation
Automate the preservation of critical historical data with predictable pricing and high durability. This ensures business continuity and reduces the operational overhead associated with managing compliance data.
business continuity planning, disaster recovery strategy, data governance frameworks, long-term data retention
Key Features
1 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees access to a significant amount of archive storage, preventing capacity issues and ensuring data can be stored.
RA-GRS Redundancy
Provides the highest level of data durability and availability by replicating data across multiple Azure regions, protecting against regional outages.
US Government Specific Offering
Meets the unique compliance, security, and data residency requirements mandated for US Government data.
1-Year Subscription Term
Locks in pricing for 12 months, offering predictable budgeting and significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go archive storage.
Archive Storage Tier
Offers the lowest cost per GB for data that is accessed very infrequently, optimizing expenses for long-term retention.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This offering is explicitly tailored for US Government entities, meeting stringent data residency, security, and compliance requirements for archiving sensitive public sector data.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions must retain vast amounts of historical transaction and customer data for regulatory compliance, making cost-effective, durable archive storage essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers and research organizations need to store patient records, research data, and imaging for extended periods to meet HIPAA and other regulatory mandates.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies manage extensive case files, client documentation, and historical records that require secure, long-term, and compliant storage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reserved Capacity for Azure Storage?
Reserved Capacity allows you to commit to a specific amount of storage capacity for a 1-year or 3-year term at a discounted rate compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. It guarantees that capacity will be available for your use.
What does RA-GRS mean for Azure Storage?
RA-GRS stands for Redundant Archive Geo-Redundant Storage. It provides the highest level of durability by storing data synchronously in a primary region and asynchronously in a secondary region, ensuring data is protected against regional failures.
Who is eligible for the US GOV TX offering?
This offering is specifically designed for US Government entities and organizations that handle US Government data, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and data residency requirements within Azure's US Government regions.
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.