Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Cool 100 TB GRS US Gov
Secure 100 TB of Microsoft Azure Reserved Capacity for cool storage in US Government environments, ensuring compliance and cost savings with a 1-year subscription.
- Capacity Assurance: Guarantees 100 TB of dedicated cool storage for predictable workloads.
- Cost Optimization: Locks in pricing for 1 year, reducing expenditure compared to pay-as-you-go rates.
- Compliance Ready: Designed for US Government IA (Information Assurance) requirements, meeting strict data residency and security standards.
- Operational Continuity: Ensures consistent availability and performance for critical government applications and data.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Azure Reserved Capacity provides 100 TB of dedicated cool storage for US Government agencies. It ensures compliance with Information Assurance standards and offers predictable costs through a 1-year subscription, guaranteeing capacity for essential data storage needs.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in US Government entities utilize this reservation to manage large datasets, archive information, and meet regulatory requirements for data storage. It fits within Azure environments, providing a cost-effective and compliant solution for long-term data retention and access.
- Dedicated Storage: Reserves 100 TB of Azure cool storage capacity.
- Cost Savings: Offers significant discounts compared to on-demand pricing for predictable workloads.
- US Government Compliance: Meets specific Information Assurance (IA) requirements for government data.
- Subscription Term: Provides a 1-year commitment for stable budgeting and planning.
- Performance Tier: Optimized for infrequent access data, balancing cost and retrieval times.
This reserved capacity is the ideal choice for US Government organizations needing compliant, cost-effective, and guaranteed cool storage solutions.
What This Enables
Guaranteeing Storage Capacity for Government Data
Enable teams to secure a fixed 100 TB of Azure cool storage, ensuring availability for critical government data. This reservation prevents capacity shortfalls and maintains operational continuity for essential services.
cloud-based storage, data archiving, regulatory compliance, government IT infrastructure
Optimizing Cloud Storage Costs for Agencies
Streamline budgeting by locking in storage costs for 12 months, offering significant savings over pay-as-you-go rates. This predictable pricing model supports financial planning and reduces overall IT expenditure.
budget management, predictable IT spending, long-term data retention, cloud cost control
Meeting US Government Information Assurance Standards
Automate compliance by utilizing storage specifically designed for US Government IA requirements. This ensures data residency, security, and access controls meet federal mandates.
government data security, compliance adherence, secure cloud deployments, federal IT regulations
Key Features
100 TB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees sufficient storage space for predictable data growth and archiving needs.
1-Year Subscription Term
Provides cost predictability and potential savings compared to on-demand pricing.
US Government IA Compliance
Ensures data storage meets strict federal security and regulatory requirements.
Cool Storage Tier
Offers a cost-effective solution for data accessed infrequently, balancing cost and retrieval.
Azure Platform Integration
Seamlessly integrates into existing Microsoft Azure government cloud environments.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service is tailored for US Government agencies, directly addressing their stringent Information Assurance (IA) compliance requirements and data residency needs for secure cloud storage.
Defense & National Security
Agencies within this sector require highly secure and compliant storage solutions, making the US Government IA certification of this reserved capacity a critical factor for sensitive data.
Education & Research
Educational institutions and research bodies often manage large datasets and must adhere to specific data handling and retention policies, benefiting from guaranteed capacity and cost predictability.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
While not exclusively government, healthcare organizations often have strict compliance needs (like HIPAA) and large data archives, making compliant and cost-effective reserved storage a valuable consideration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Azure Reserved Capacity?
Azure Reserved Capacity allows you to commit to using specific Azure resources for a 1-year or 3-year term in exchange for a significant discount compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. This offering reserves 100 TB of cool storage for US Government IA compliance.
Who is the target audience for this offering?
This offering is specifically designed for US Government entities and agencies that require compliant, cost-effective, and guaranteed cool storage solutions within the Azure cloud.
What does 'cool storage' mean?
Cool storage is an Azure storage tier optimized for data that is accessed less frequently but still requires rapid access when needed. It offers a lower storage cost than hot tier storage, making it ideal for backups, archives, and disaster recovery data.
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
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