Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity, Cool - 1 PB, GZRS, US Central, 1 Year
Secure 1 PB of Microsoft Azure Cool GZRS storage capacity in US Central for one year, ensuring cost-effective, high-availability data storage for your business operations.
- Capacity Assurance: Guarantees 1 PB of dedicated cool storage for predictable data archiving and backup needs.
- High Availability: GZRS (Geo-Zone Redundant Storage) ensures data durability and availability across multiple Azure availability zones.
- Cost Optimization: Reserved capacity offers significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go for predictable, long-term storage requirements.
- Compliance Ready: Supports regulatory and archival needs with durable, geo-redundant storage solutions.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides 1 Petabyte (PB) of Microsoft Azure Cool storage with Geo-Zone Redundant Storage (GZRS) in the US Central region, licensed for a one-year term. It is designed for businesses requiring a substantial, cost-effective, and highly durable storage solution for infrequently accessed data, archives, and disaster recovery backups.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this reserved capacity to manage large data volumes without the unpredictability of pay-as-you-go pricing. It integrates directly into Azure environments, supporting applications and data strategies that demand high availability and data protection across multiple Azure availability zones.
- 1 PB Reserved Capacity: Guarantees a fixed amount of cool storage, simplifying budgeting and capacity planning.
- GZRS Durability: Provides the highest level of data durability and availability by replicating data synchronously across three Azure regions.
- Cool Tier Optimization: Offers a cost-effective solution for data that is accessed less frequently but requires rapid access when needed.
- US Central Region: Ensures data residency and low latency for organizations operating within or serving this geographic area.
- 1-Year Term: Locks in pricing and capacity for a defined period, ideal for predictable storage needs.
This reserved capacity is the ideal choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing predictable, cost-effective, and highly durable storage for their Azure data.
What This Enables
Archive Large Data Volumes Cost-Effectively
Enable teams to store extensive historical data, compliance archives, and long-term backups at a predictable, lower cost. Streamline data lifecycle management by ensuring readily available, yet economical, storage for infrequently accessed information.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data archiving strategies, long-term data retention
Ensure High Availability for Critical Backups
Protect business-critical backups with Geo-Zone Redundant Storage, ensuring data resilience across multiple Azure availability zones. Automate disaster recovery readiness by having dedicated, highly durable storage for your backup data.
disaster recovery planning, business continuity operations, cloud backup solutions, data resilience requirements
Meet Regulatory Compliance for Data Retention
Support stringent regulatory requirements for data retention and durability with GZRS. Maintain auditable, geographically distributed storage for sensitive information, reducing compliance risks.
compliance-driven data storage, regulated industry data, long-term data archiving, data residency mandates
Key Features
1 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a fixed amount of storage, simplifying capacity planning and cost management for large data sets.
Geo-Zone Redundant Storage (GZRS)
Provides the highest level of data durability and availability by replicating data across multiple Azure availability zones.
Cool Storage Tier
Offers a cost-effective solution for data that is accessed less frequently but requires rapid access when needed.
US Central Region Deployment
Ensures data residency and low latency for organizations operating within or serving this geographic area.
1-Year Subscription Term
Locks in pricing and capacity for a defined period, ideal for predictable storage needs and budget certainty.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high durability and availability for sensitive data, transaction logs, and long-term record keeping to meet strict regulatory compliance standards like SEC Rule 17a-4.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain patient records and research data with extreme durability and availability, adhering to HIPAA and other data privacy regulations that mandate robust data protection.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service providers need secure, long-term storage for case files, client documents, and evidence, often subject to retention policies and e-discovery requirements.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers generate vast amounts of operational data, sensor logs, and quality control records that require cost-effective, durable storage for historical analysis, compliance, and process optimization.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between GZRS and other Azure Storage redundancy options?
GZRS provides the highest level of durability and availability by synchronously replicating data across three Azure regions. This ensures your data remains accessible and protected even in the event of a regional outage, offering superior resilience compared to LRS or ZRS.
Can I use this reserved capacity for active data?
While this is a 'Cool' tier storage, optimized for cost-effectiveness for infrequently accessed data, it still provides rapid access when needed. For extremely high-transactional data, Hot tier storage might be more appropriate, but Cool tier is suitable for many active workloads that don't require constant, high-frequency access.
What happens after the 1-year term expires?
At the end of the 1-year term, your reserved capacity will revert to standard pay-as-you-go pricing for the Cool GZRS storage. You will have the opportunity to renew your reservation for another term to continue benefiting from reserved pricing.
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.