Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity Cool 1 PB LRS US Gov AZ 3 Year Subscription
This Microsoft Azure subscription provides 1 PB of reserved cool storage capacity with locally redundant storage for US Government entities, committed for three years.
- Cost Savings: Lock in pricing for 1 PB of cool storage over three years, reducing unpredictable monthly expenses.
- Compliance Assurance: Meets US Government requirements for data residency and redundancy with LRS.
- Performance Tier: Optimized for data accessed less frequently but requiring rapid retrieval when needed.
- Capacity Commitment: Guarantees 1 PB of storage, preventing overage charges and ensuring availability.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Azure offering is a 3-year subscription for 1 Petabyte (PB) of reserved cool storage capacity, featuring Locally Redundant Storage (LRS) specifically for US Government customers.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in US Government agencies or organizations handling government data, this subscription ensures a predictable cost and dedicated storage for less frequently accessed data that still requires prompt retrieval.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees 1 PB of storage space, preventing unexpected capacity limits.
- Cool Storage Tier: Balances cost-effectiveness with the need for quick access to infrequently used data.
- Locally Redundant Storage (LRS): Provides data protection against local hardware failures within a single Azure region.
- US Government Compliance: Designed to meet the specific security and regulatory needs of US Government entities.
- 3-Year Commitment: Offers significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing over the subscription term.
This reserved capacity subscription is the ideal choice for US Government organizations seeking cost-effective, compliant, and reliable cool storage solutions.
What This Enables
Enable long-term data archiving with compliance
Enable teams to store large volumes of historical data or compliance archives that require infrequent access but must remain readily retrievable. This ensures adherence to regulatory retention policies while optimizing storage costs.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data archiving strategies, regulatory compliance needs
Streamline storage for government applications
Streamline the storage provisioning for US Government applications that generate significant data but access it infrequently, such as audit logs or historical records. This guarantees capacity and predictable costs for critical government workloads.
government agency operations, secure cloud environments, mission-critical applications, data retention policies
Automate cost management for cool data
Automate cost management by committing to a 1 PB capacity of cool storage for three years, significantly reducing per-gigabyte costs for data that does not require hot storage performance. This optimizes the overall cloud storage budget.
budget-conscious IT operations, large data volume management, cost optimization initiatives, predictable billing requirements
Key Features
1 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a substantial amount of storage space, preventing unexpected capacity limits and ensuring availability for your data.
Cool Storage Tier
Provides a cost-effective solution for data accessed less frequently, balancing retrieval speed with lower storage expenses.
Locally Redundant Storage (LRS)
Protects your data against hardware failures within a single Azure region, ensuring data durability and availability.
US Government Specific Offering
Meets the stringent security, compliance, and data residency requirements mandated for US Government entities.
3-Year Subscription Term
Locks in pricing for three years, offering significant cost savings and predictable budgeting for your storage needs.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service is specifically designed for US Government entities, meeting their unique compliance, security, and data residency requirements for cloud storage.
Finance & Insurance
Organizations in this sector often handle large volumes of historical financial records and compliance data that require cost-effective, long-term storage with specific regulatory adherence.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers and research institutions manage vast amounts of patient data and research findings that need secure, compliant, and cost-effective storage for long-term retention.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies deal with extensive case files, client records, and historical documentation that require secure, compliant, and accessible long-term storage solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between cool and hot storage in Azure?
Hot storage is optimized for frequently accessed data requiring the lowest latency, while cool storage is designed for data accessed less often but still needs rapid retrieval, offering a lower storage cost.
What does Locally Redundant Storage (LRS) mean?
LRS protects your data by replicating it synchronously three times within a single physical location in the primary region. This protects against hardware failures but not region-wide disasters.
Can this subscription be used by non-government entities?
This specific offering is tailored for US Government customers and may have specific eligibility requirements. For other organizations, standard Azure storage options are available.
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.