Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Cool 10 PB GRS US Gov
Secure 10 petabytes of reserved Azure Government cool storage capacity for three years, ensuring predictable costs and compliance for your US government data needs.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees 10 PB of cool storage for your critical US government data over a 3-year term.
- Cost Predictability: Lock in pricing for three years, avoiding potential market fluctuations and optimizing your IT budget.
- Azure Government Compliance: Meets stringent security and compliance requirements for US government entities.
- Optimized for Cool Data: Ideal for infrequently accessed data that requires rapid retrieval when needed, balancing cost and performance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a 10 petabyte reservation of Microsoft Azure Government's cool storage capacity for a 3-year term. It is designed for US government entities requiring a dedicated, compliant, and cost-effective storage solution for large volumes of data.
IT Managers and IT Professionals within US government agencies and related organizations utilize this reservation to ensure their data storage needs are met with predictable performance and pricing. It fits into environments managing sensitive information, regulatory archives, or large datasets that do not require immediate, frequent access but must be readily available.
- 10 PB Reserved Capacity: Dedicates a significant storage volume for your exclusive use.
- 3-Year Term Commitment: Provides long-term planning and cost stability.
- Azure Government Environment: Operates within the secure, compliant boundaries of Azure Government.
- Cool Storage Tier: Optimized for cost-effectiveness for data accessed less frequently.
- Global Reach (US Gov): Ensures data residency and compliance within the United States for government workloads.
This reserved capacity is the ideal choice for US government organizations needing to manage vast datasets with predictable costs and stringent compliance.
What This Enables
Enable predictable storage costs for large datasets
Enable teams to secure a fixed 10 PB of cool storage capacity for three years, providing predictable monthly costs. This reservation eliminates the risk of fluctuating storage expenses for essential government data.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, long-term data archiving, regulatory compliance workloads
Meet US government compliance and data residency
Ensure adherence to strict US government compliance standards and data residency requirements by utilizing Azure Government. This reserved capacity guarantees your data is stored within a compliant and secure government-specific cloud environment.
government agency operations, defense contractor workloads, sensitive data management, mission-critical applications
Optimize storage for infrequently accessed data
Streamline the management of large volumes of infrequently accessed data by leveraging the cost-effective cool storage tier. This allows for efficient resource allocation, balancing access needs with budget constraints.
data warehousing, backup and disaster recovery, archival storage, historical data analysis
Key Features
10 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a significant and dedicated storage volume, ensuring your data has a place without capacity concerns.
3-Year Term
Provides long-term cost predictability and budget stability for essential data storage needs.
Azure Government Cloud
Ensures compliance with US government regulations and security mandates for sensitive data.
Cool Storage Tier
Offers a cost-effective solution for data that is accessed less frequently but still requires timely retrieval.
GRS (Geo-Redundant Storage)
Provides data redundancy across geographically separate regions within the US Government cloud for enhanced durability and availability.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
Azure Government is specifically designed to meet the stringent compliance, security, and data residency requirements of U.S. government entities, making this reservation a direct fit for their needs.
Defense & National Security
This sector requires highly secure and compliant cloud solutions with guaranteed capacity for sensitive data, which Azure Government and reserved capacity offerings provide.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Organizations in this sector handle vast amounts of sensitive patient data that must comply with regulations like HIPAA, benefiting from Azure Government's secure and compliant storage options.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions often manage large volumes of historical data and transaction records that require long-term, compliant storage, making reserved capacity in a secure environment valuable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azure Government?
Azure Government is a dedicated cloud environment for U.S. federal, state, local, and tribal government agencies, as well as their partners. It meets stringent security and compliance requirements specific to government data.
What is the difference between cool and hot storage tiers?
Cool storage is optimized for data that is accessed infrequently but still requires rapid retrieval when needed, offering a lower cost per GB than hot storage. Hot storage is for data that is accessed frequently and requires the lowest latency.
Can this reservation be scaled up or down?
This specific offering is a fixed 10 PB reservation for a 3-year term. Adjustments to capacity would typically involve new reservations or service changes, subject to Azure's terms and conditions.
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
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