Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity, Cool - 1 PB, RA-GRS, US West 2, 3 Years
Secure 1 PB of Microsoft Azure Cool storage capacity for 3 years in US West 2 with RA-GRS redundancy, ensuring predictable costs and performance for your business data.
- Capacity Commitment: Guarantees 1 Petabyte of dedicated cool storage for your critical business data over a 3-year term.
- Redundancy and Availability: RA-GRS (Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage) ensures data durability and availability across geographically separate regions.
- Cost Predictability: Lock in pricing for 3 years, simplifying budgeting and protecting against market fluctuations for your storage needs.
- Performance Tier: Utilizes Cool storage tier, balancing cost-effectiveness with accessibility for frequently accessed but not instantly needed data.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a 3-year reservation for 1 Petabyte (PB) of Microsoft Azure Cool storage in the US West 2 region, featuring Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage (RA-GRS). It is designed to ensure consistent capacity and predictable costs for businesses with significant, long-term data storage requirements.
Businesses of all sizes, from mid-market to enterprise, utilize this reserved capacity to manage large datasets, archives, backups, and disaster recovery solutions. It integrates directly into their existing Azure environment, providing a foundational layer for data management without requiring on-premises hardware.
- Guaranteed Capacity: Secures 1 PB of Azure Cool storage for a 3-year commitment.
- Geo-Redundancy: RA-GRS ensures data is replicated to a secondary region for enhanced durability and disaster recovery.
- Predictable Pricing: Fixed 3-year term locks in costs, aiding financial planning.
- Cost-Effective Tier: Cool storage offers a balance of affordability and accessibility for less frequently accessed data.
- Regional Focus: Specifically provisioned for the US West 2 Azure region.
This reserved capacity is ideal for mid-market and enterprise organizations seeking to optimize their Azure storage costs and ensure data availability for the long term.
What This Enables
Ensure Long-Term Data Archiving
Enable teams to store large volumes of historical data, regulatory archives, and compliance records cost-effectively for an extended period. Streamline data lifecycle management by committing to a fixed capacity and price for 3 years.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data retention policies, regulatory compliance
Optimize Backup and Disaster Recovery Storage
Organizations deploying robust backup and disaster recovery strategies can secure the necessary storage capacity in advance. Protect against unexpected cost increases and ensure sufficient space for recovery point objectives.
business continuity planning, data protection strategies, multi-region deployments, hybrid IT infrastructure
Manage Large Media and Content Libraries
Businesses managing extensive media assets, video libraries, or large datasets for analytics can reserve capacity. This ensures consistent access and predictable costs for frequently accessed but not instantly needed content.
content management systems, digital asset management, data analytics platforms, media production workflows
Key Features
1 PB Storage Capacity
Provides a substantial and guaranteed amount of storage for large datasets, archives, and backups.
Cool Storage Tier
Offers a cost-effective solution for data that is accessed less frequently but still requires relatively quick retrieval.
RA-GRS Redundancy
Ensures high data durability and availability by replicating data to a secondary geographic region, protecting against regional outages.
3-Year Term Commitment
Locks in pricing for three years, providing budget predictability and protection against potential price increases.
US West 2 Region
Optimizes data locality and latency for applications and users within or near the western United States.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require long-term data retention for regulatory compliance and audit purposes, making reserved capacity for archives and transaction data a strategic fit.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations manage vast amounts of patient data and medical imaging, necessitating secure, durable, and cost-effective storage solutions that meet strict compliance standards like HIPAA.
Media & Entertainment
This industry generates and stores large volumes of rich media content, requiring significant, scalable, and cost-efficient storage for archives, production assets, and distribution.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers often archive operational data, sensor logs, and design files for extended periods, benefiting from predictable costs and guaranteed capacity for long-term data management.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity?
It is a commitment to use a specific amount of Azure storage capacity for a set term (e.g., 3 years) in exchange for a lower price compared to pay-as-you-go rates. This helps businesses predict and manage their cloud storage costs.
What is RA-GRS redundancy?
RA-GRS stands for Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage. It means your data is replicated to a secondary region for durability and disaster recovery, and you can access the data from either the primary or secondary region.
Who is this reserved capacity for?
This is ideal for businesses with predictable, long-term storage needs, such as large archives, backup data, or media libraries, who want to secure capacity and predictable pricing in Azure.
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
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