Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity, Cool - 1 PB, RA-GRS, US North Central, 3 Years
This Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity subscription provides 1 PB of cool storage in the US North Central region for a 3-year term, ensuring cost-effective data archiving and compliance.
- Capacity Assurance: Guarantees 1 PB of dedicated cool storage for your critical business data.
- Cost Optimization: Locks in pricing for 3 years, reducing unpredictable storage expenses.
- Geo-Redundancy: RA-GRS ensures data is replicated across multiple regions for high availability.
- Compliance Ready: Meets regulatory requirements for data retention and accessibility.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity subscription secures 1 Petabyte (PB) of cool storage within the US North Central region, utilizing Redundant Access Geo-Redundant Storage (RA-GRS). The agreement is for a 3-year term, providing a predictable and cost-effective solution for long-term data archiving and compliance needs.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this service to manage large volumes of infrequently accessed data, such as backups, archives, and historical records. It integrates directly with Azure Storage, offering a scalable and reliable platform without requiring significant upfront hardware investment.
- 1 PB Dedicated Capacity: Reserves a substantial amount of cool storage for your organization's needs.
- 3-Year Term Commitment: Provides price stability and predictable budgeting for storage costs.
- RA-GRS for Durability: Ensures high data durability and availability through geo-redundancy.
- Cost-Effective Archiving: Ideal for storing data that is accessed infrequently but must be retained.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly integrates with existing Azure services and applications.
This Microsoft storage solution offers SMB and mid-market organizations a predictable, cost-effective way to manage large data archives while ensuring compliance and availability.
What This Enables
Enable Long-Term Data Archiving
Enable teams to archive large volumes of historical data, such as financial records or customer transaction logs, for extended retention periods. Streamline compliance by ensuring data is stored securely and accessibly for regulatory audits.
cloud-native applications, hybrid cloud environments, data warehousing, business intelligence platforms
Support Regulatory Compliance
Streamline adherence to industry-specific data retention regulations by dedicating a specific capacity for compliance data. Automate the process of storing and retrieving archived information required for audits or legal discovery.
regulated industries, data governance frameworks, legal hold requirements, long-term record keeping
Optimize Storage Costs for Cold Data
Enable cost savings by utilizing a lower-cost storage tier for data that is accessed infrequently but must be retained. Automate the movement of older data to this cool tier, reducing the overall expense of your cloud storage footprint.
cost-conscious IT operations, budget-constrained departments, data lifecycle management
Key Features
1 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees sufficient storage space for large archives, preventing capacity issues and unexpected overages.
Cool Storage Tier
Offers a cost-effective solution for data that is accessed infrequently, lowering overall storage expenses.
RA-GRS (Geo-Redundancy)
Ensures high data durability and availability by replicating data across multiple geographic regions, protecting against regional outages.
3-Year Term
Provides price predictability and stability for long-term storage planning, simplifying budgeting.
US North Central Region
Meets data residency requirements and provides low-latency access for users and applications in that geographic area.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require long-term data retention for regulatory compliance, transaction history, and audit trails, making cost-effective, durable storage essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must retain patient records and research data for extended periods to meet HIPAA and other regulatory mandates, necessitating secure and compliant archival solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations need to store case files, client documents, and historical records for many years to comply with legal requirements and for future reference.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies are subject to strict data retention policies for public records, historical archives, and citizen data, requiring reliable and compliant storage solutions.
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, typically at a discounted rate compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. This ensures capacity is available when you need it.
What is RA-GRS?
RA-GRS stands for Redundant Access Geo-Redundant Storage. It means your data is synchronously replicated within a primary region and asynchronously replicated to a secondary region, providing high durability and availability.
Who is this service for?
This service is ideal for businesses that need to store large volumes of data that are accessed infrequently but must be retained for compliance or historical purposes. It helps manage costs and ensures data availability.
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.