Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Cool 1 PB LRS US Gov IA
This Microsoft Azure service provides 1 PB of reserved cool storage capacity for US Government agencies, committed for one year, ensuring predictable costs and compliance.
- Capacity Assurance: Guarantees 1 PB of dedicated cool storage for your critical government data.
- Cost Predictability: Locks in pricing for 1 year, protecting against market fluctuations and optimizing budget.
- Compliance Ready: Designed for US Government IA (Information Assurance) requirements, meeting stringent security standards.
- Data Redundancy: Local Redundancy Storage (LRS) protects data against localized hardware failures within a region.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Azure offering provides a 1 PB reserved capacity commitment for cool storage, specifically tailored for US Government agencies under an Information Assurance (IA) framework. It includes Local Redundancy Storage (LRS) and a one-year billing term, ensuring your data is both secure and cost-effectively managed.
IT Managers and IT Professionals within US Government entities utilize this service to meet specific data residency, security, and availability requirements. It integrates into existing Azure environments, providing a foundational storage layer for applications and datasets that require long-term retention and compliance.
- Reserved Capacity: Secure 1 PB of storage upfront, eliminating the need for constant capacity planning.
- Cost Optimization: Benefit from a 1-year commitment for predictable monthly billing and potential savings.
- Government Compliance: Meets US Government IA standards, crucial for sensitive data handling.
- Cool Storage Tier: Ideal for data accessed infrequently but requiring quick retrieval when needed.
- Local Redundancy: Ensures data durability against hardware failures within a single data center.
This reserved capacity solution is the right choice for US Government organizations needing compliant, cost-effective, and reliable cool storage on Azure.
What This Enables
Enable Secure Data Archiving for Government Compliance
Enable teams to meet long-term data retention mandates for sensitive government information. Streamline the process of archiving historical records and operational data in a secure, IA-compliant cool storage tier.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data archiving strategies, regulatory compliance adherence
Optimize Storage Costs for Infrequently Accessed Data
Streamline budget management by reserving 1 PB of cool storage at a predictable annual cost. Automate the allocation of cost-effective storage for datasets that are accessed less frequently but require quick retrieval.
cost-conscious IT operations, long-term data retention policies, budget predictability needs, cloud resource optimization
Ensure Data Durability with Local Redundancy
Protect critical government datasets against localized hardware failures within a data center. Provide teams with the assurance that their data remains available and intact due to built-in LRS protection.
business continuity planning, disaster recovery strategies, high-availability requirements, data integrity focus
Key Features
1 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a substantial amount of storage, preventing unexpected capacity limits and simplifying planning for large datasets.
1-Year Commitment
Provides cost predictability and potential savings compared to pay-as-you-go models for consistent storage needs.
Cool Storage Tier
Offers a cost-effective solution for data accessed infrequently but requiring rapid retrieval when needed.
Local Redundancy Storage (LRS)
Protects data against hardware failures within a single data center, ensuring durability and availability.
US Government IA Compliance
Meets stringent security and handling requirements for government data, simplifying regulatory adherence.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service is specifically designed to meet the stringent Information Assurance (IA) requirements and data residency needs of US Government agencies, ensuring compliance and security for sensitive data.
Defense & National Security
Defense contractors and national security organizations require highly secure and compliant storage solutions, making this IA-focused reserved capacity ideal for classified or sensitive operational data.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations often deal with large volumes of patient data that require long-term retention and adherence to strict privacy regulations like HIPAA, benefiting from compliant cool storage.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions must retain transaction records and customer data for extended periods to meet regulatory compliance, making reserved cool storage a cost-effective solution for archival needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Azure Reserved Capacity?
Reserved Capacity allows you to commit to a specific amount of Azure storage for a one-year term at a potentially lower price than pay-as-you-go. This helps in cost optimization and budget predictability.
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 balance between cost and performance for such workloads.
What is Local Redundancy Storage (LRS)?
LRS protects your data by replicating it synchronously three times within a single data center. This ensures data durability against local hardware 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
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.