Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Archive 1 PB RA-GRS US GOV IA-3Y
Secure 1 PB of Microsoft Azure Archive storage with RA-GRS redundancy for US Government entities, ensuring data availability and compliance for three years.
- Archive Storage: Provides 1 Petabyte of cost-effective, long-term data archiving.
- RA-GRS Redundancy: Ensures data durability and availability across multiple Azure regions.
- US Government Compliance: Meets specific regulatory and data residency requirements for US government agencies.
- 3-Year Term: Locks in capacity and pricing for predictable long-term data retention needs.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Azure Storage Reserved Capacity subscription provides 1 Petabyte of Archive tier storage with Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage (RA-GRS) for US Government entities. It is designed for long-term data retention where infrequent access is expected, offering the lowest storage costs while ensuring data is protected across geographically dispersed data centers.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in US Government organizations, this reservation fits within environments requiring strict data residency and compliance. It supports applications and data archiving strategies that need to meet regulatory mandates for long-term data preservation and disaster recovery.
- 1 PB Archive Capacity: Guarantees access to a significant volume of low-cost archival storage.
- RA-GRS Redundancy: Offers the highest level of data durability and availability through cross-region replication.
- US Government Cloud: Specifically tailored for the unique compliance and security needs of US government agencies.
- 3-Year Commitment: Provides cost savings and predictable budgeting for long-term data archiving.
- In-Azure Compliance: Facilitates adherence to data governance and regulatory requirements within the Azure platform.
This reserved capacity ensures US Government organizations can meet their long-term data archiving and compliance needs cost-effectively.
What This Enables
Archive Long-Term Regulatory Data
Enable teams to store historical records, audit logs, and compliance-related data for extended periods. Streamline data lifecycle management by moving inactive data to a cost-optimized tier.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data governance initiatives, regulatory compliance adherence
Ensure Data Availability for US Gov Compliance
Meet specific US Government data residency and redundancy mandates with RA-GRS protection across geographically dispersed data centers. Protect against data loss and ensure access for audits.
government agency operations, defense sector IT, public sector cloud adoption, mission-critical data storage
Cost-Optimize Inactive Data Storage
Automate the migration of infrequently accessed data to the Archive tier, significantly reducing storage costs. Streamline budgeting for long-term data retention needs.
large data volume environments, data lifecycle management, cost reduction strategies, cloud storage optimization
Key Features
1 Petabyte Reserved Capacity
Guarantees access to a substantial volume of storage, preventing capacity issues for long-term archives.
Archive Storage Tier
Provides the lowest cost storage option for data accessed infrequently, optimizing budget for long-term retention.
RA-GRS Redundancy
Ensures high data durability and availability by replicating data across multiple Azure regions, protecting against regional failures.
US Government Cloud Environment
Meets specific security, compliance, and data residency requirements mandated for US government entities.
3-Year Subscription Term
Locks in pricing and capacity for predictable budgeting and long-term data retention planning.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service directly addresses the stringent data retention, compliance, and data residency requirements specific to US government agencies, including mandates for long-term archival and geo-redundancy.
Defense & National Security
Critical for storing sensitive and classified data that requires long-term archival, high durability, and adherence to specific government security protocols and data sovereignty laws.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Supports the long-term storage of patient records, research data, and compliance documentation (like HIPAA) that must be retained for many years and meet strict data protection standards.
Finance & Insurance
Enables financial institutions to meet regulatory requirements for retaining transaction records, audit trails, and customer data for extended periods, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Azure Archive Storage?
Azure Archive Storage is a cloud storage tier designed for long-term data retention. It offers the lowest storage costs but has higher data retrieval times compared to Hot or Cool tiers.
What does RA-GRS mean?
RA-GRS stands for Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage. It means your data is replicated to a secondary region for durability and can be accessed from either the primary or secondary region.
Who is this reservation for?
This specific reservation is for US Government entities that need to store large volumes of data for extended periods while adhering to strict compliance and data residency regulations.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
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.