Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Cool 100 TB GRS US Gov TX
This Microsoft Azure service provides 100 TB of reserved cool storage capacity for US Government entities, ensuring predictable costs and compliance for your data needs.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees 100 TB of cool storage, preventing unexpected capacity limits and ensuring availability for critical data.
- US Government Compliance: Specifically designed for US Government TX requirements, meeting stringent data residency and security standards.
- Cost Predictability: Fixed monthly subscription locks in pricing for 100 TB, simplifying budgeting and avoiding variable cost fluctuations.
- Cool Storage Tier: Optimizes costs for data accessed less frequently, balancing accessibility with affordability for archival and backup.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 100 TB of reserved, geo-redundant storage capacity within Microsoft Azure's cool tier, specifically tailored for US Government entities. It ensures consistent availability and performance for data that is accessed less frequently but still requires timely retrieval, while adhering to specific compliance mandates.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in US Government agencies or organizations handling sensitive government data, this service integrates into existing Azure environments. It supports long-term data retention, disaster recovery strategies, and compliance archiving, offering enterprise-grade storage solutions without the overhead of managing physical infrastructure.
- Guaranteed Capacity: Secure 100 TB of dedicated cool storage, ensuring your data has a place and is accessible when needed.
- Geo-Redundancy: Data is replicated across multiple Azure regions for enhanced durability and disaster recovery capabilities.
- Cost Optimization: The cool tier offers a lower price point than hot storage, ideal for infrequently accessed data, while the reservation locks in your rate.
- US Government Compliance: Meets specific requirements for US Government data, including data residency and security protocols.
- Subscription Billing: A predictable, annual subscription billed monthly simplifies financial planning and procurement.
This reserved capacity solution offers US Government entities a reliable, compliant, and cost-effective way to manage their growing data storage needs on Azure.
What This Enables
Ensure compliance for government data archiving
Enable teams to meet strict US Government data retention and residency mandates by securing dedicated cool storage. This ensures long-term archival of sensitive information in a compliant and cost-effective manner.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data archiving strategies, regulatory compliance adherence
Optimize costs for infrequently accessed data
Streamline budgeting by locking in a fixed monthly cost for 100 TB of cool storage, ideal for backups, disaster recovery data, and historical records. This approach balances accessibility with significant cost savings compared to hot storage tiers.
cost management initiatives, data lifecycle management, disaster recovery planning, budget predictability
Guarantee storage availability for critical datasets
Automate the provisioning of guaranteed storage capacity, preventing service disruptions due to storage limitations for essential government workloads. This ensures critical datasets remain accessible for operational needs.
mission-critical applications, business continuity planning, high-availability architectures, operational continuity
Key Features
100 TB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a specific amount of storage, preventing unexpected overages and ensuring data can be stored without capacity concerns.
Cool Access Tier
Provides a cost-effective solution for data that is accessed infrequently, reducing overall storage expenses.
Geo-Redundant Storage (GRS)
Ensures high durability and availability of data by replicating it across multiple Azure regions, protecting against regional outages.
US Government TX Licensing
Meets specific compliance and security requirements for US Government data, simplifying regulatory adherence.
1-Year Subscription, Monthly Billing
Offers predictable costs and simplifies financial planning with a fixed annual commitment billed on a monthly basis.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service is specifically licensed and configured to meet the stringent compliance, security, and data residency requirements mandated for US Government data.
Finance & Insurance
Organizations in this sector often have long-term data retention requirements and need to ensure compliance with financial regulations, making reserved cool storage ideal for archival.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must retain patient data for extended periods and comply with HIPAA, necessitating secure, compliant, and cost-effective storage solutions for large datasets.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and legal departments manage vast amounts of case data and client information that require secure, long-term storage and adherence to strict data privacy and retention policies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity?
It is a commitment to use a specific amount of Azure storage capacity for a one-year term at a discounted rate. This ensures you have the capacity you need and locks in your pricing.
Who is the target audience for this US Government TX offering?
This offering is specifically designed for US Government agencies and organizations that must comply with specific US Government data handling and residency requirements.
What is the difference between cool and hot storage tiers?
Cool storage is optimized for data that is accessed infrequently but still requires rapid access when needed, offering a lower cost per GB than hot storage. Hot storage is for data accessed frequently.
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.