Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity, Cool - 10 PB, LRS, 3 Years
Secure 10 PB of cool storage capacity with Microsoft's Reserved Capacity for 3 years, ensuring cost-effective data management and compliance.
- Capacity Assurance: Guarantees 10 PB of dedicated cool storage for your critical business data.
- Cost Optimization: Locks in pricing for 3 years, providing predictable expenses and significant savings over pay-as-you-go models.
- Data Residency & Compliance: Utilizes Locally Redundant Storage (LRS) in US East 2, meeting regulatory and data sovereignty requirements.
- Performance & Availability: Ensures consistent access to your data with Microsoft's reliable cloud infrastructure.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity offering provides 10 petabytes of cool storage for a 3-year term, utilizing Locally Redundant Storage (LRS) in the US East 2 region. It is designed to offer predictable costs and guaranteed capacity for businesses with substantial, infrequently accessed data storage needs.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies, this solution fits within cloud storage strategies requiring long-term, cost-effective archiving or backup solutions. It integrates with existing Microsoft Azure environments to manage large datasets without the overhead of on-premises hardware.
- Guaranteed Capacity: Secures 10 PB of cool storage, preventing unexpected capacity limitations.
- Predictable Costs: Fixed pricing for 3 years offers significant savings compared to on-demand rates.
- LRS Data Protection: Locally Redundant Storage ensures data availability within a single region.
- Optimized for Cool Data: Ideal for data accessed less than once a month, balancing cost and retrieval time.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly integrates with your existing Microsoft Azure footprint.
This reserved capacity is the smart choice for businesses needing to manage large volumes of data cost-effectively over the long term.
What This Enables
Long-Term Data Archiving and Compliance
Enable teams to meet regulatory compliance by storing historical data for extended periods. Streamline data retention policies with a dedicated, cost-optimized storage tier.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data-intensive operations, regulated industries
Cost-Effective Backup and Disaster Recovery
Automate the storage of long-term backups, reducing operational costs for disaster recovery solutions. Ensure business continuity with readily available archived recovery points.
business continuity planning, IT infrastructure management, data protection strategies, multi-site operations
Managing Large Media or Scientific Datasets
Support teams managing large volumes of media assets or scientific research data that are accessed infrequently. Provide a scalable and affordable solution for data growth.
digital asset management, research and development, data analytics platforms, content creation workflows
Key Features
10 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees sufficient storage space for large datasets, preventing unexpected overages or capacity constraints.
3-Year Term Commitment
Locks in pricing for an extended period, providing significant cost savings and predictable budgeting.
Cool Storage Tier
Optimizes costs for data accessed less than once a month, balancing affordability with retrieval needs.
Locally Redundant Storage (LRS)
Ensures data availability and durability within a single Azure region, protecting against hardware failures.
US East 2 Region
Provides data residency and low-latency access for organizations operating within or serving the eastern United States.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require long-term data retention for regulatory compliance and audit trails, making cost-effective reserved capacity essential for managing vast historical transaction data.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must retain patient records and research data for extended periods, often dictated by HIPAA and other regulations, necessitating scalable and compliant storage solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle large volumes of case files, discovery documents, and client data that require secure, long-term storage to meet legal retention requirements and client confidentiality.
Media & Entertainment
Companies in this sector generate and archive massive amounts of digital assets, such as video footage and project files, which are often accessed infrequently after initial production but must be retained for potential future use or licensing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity?
It is a pricing model where you commit to a specific amount of storage capacity for a set term (1 or 3 years) in exchange for a lower per-gigabyte rate compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
What is the difference between Cool and Hot storage tiers?
Cool storage is optimized for data that is accessed infrequently (e.g., once a month) and offers a lower storage cost but higher transaction costs. Hot storage is for frequently accessed data with higher storage costs but lower transaction costs.
What does Locally Redundant Storage (LRS) mean?
LRS means your data is automatically replicated three times within a single physical location in its primary region. This protects your data from drive and node failures.
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
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Returns
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