Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity - 1 PB GRS US GOV VA - 1 Year Subscription
Secure 1 PB of Microsoft Azure Government Reserved Capacity for 1 year in Virginia, ensuring compliance and predictable costs for your US government workloads.
- Compliance Assurance: Meets stringent US Government data residency and security requirements.
- Cost Predictability: Locks in pricing for 1 PB of cool storage over a 12-month term.
- Capacity Guarantee: Reserves 1 Petabyte of dedicated storage capacity for your critical data.
- Geographic Specificity: Deployed within the US Government Virginia region for optimal performance and compliance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a 1-year subscription for 1 Petabyte (PB) of Microsoft Azure Government Reserved Capacity in the US Government Virginia region, specifically for cool storage. It provides a guaranteed capacity reservation and predictable pricing for organizations requiring dedicated storage resources within a compliant government cloud environment.
This offering is designed for US Government entities and their partners who need to store and access large volumes of data while adhering to strict regulatory and data sovereignty mandates. It fits within an organization's broader Azure Government cloud strategy, ensuring essential storage is provisioned and cost-effectively managed.
- Guaranteed Capacity: Reserves 1 PB of cool storage, preventing capacity constraints.
- Cost Savings: Offers predictable monthly billing and potential savings over pay-as-you-go.
- Compliance Focused: Tailored for US Government requirements, including data residency in Virginia.
- Cool Storage Tier: Optimized for data accessed less frequently but requiring rapid access when needed.
- 12-Month Term: Provides a fixed commitment for stable budgeting and resource planning.
This reserved capacity is ideal for US Government organizations needing a stable, compliant, and cost-effective storage solution for their Azure Government deployments.
What This Enables
Ensure US Government Data Residency Compliance
Enable teams to meet strict data sovereignty and residency requirements by provisioning storage exclusively within the Azure Government cloud in Virginia. This guarantees data is stored and processed within the United States, satisfying regulatory mandates.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data archival strategies, regulatory compliance adherence
Stabilize Cloud Storage Costs
Streamline budgeting and financial planning by locking in the price for 1 PB of cool storage over a 12-month period. This reservation eliminates the variability of pay-as-you-go pricing for a significant portion of your storage needs.
predictable operational expenditure, long-term cloud strategy, large data volume management, cost optimization initiatives
Guarantee Storage Capacity Availability
Automate the reservation of 1 Petabyte of cool storage, ensuring that critical applications and data have consistent access to necessary resources. This prevents performance degradation or service interruptions due to storage capacity constraints.
mission-critical application hosting, large-scale data analytics, business continuity planning, high-availability architectures
Key Features
1 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees a substantial amount of storage is always available, preventing performance issues and ensuring data accessibility for critical workloads.
Azure Government Cloud
Meets stringent security, compliance, and data residency requirements specific to US Government entities and their partners.
Cool Storage Tier
Provides a cost-effective solution for data accessed infrequently but requiring rapid retrieval, balancing cost with accessibility.
1-Year Subscription Term
Offers predictable monthly costs and simplifies budgeting for a defined period, supporting long-term financial planning.
US Government Virginia Region
Ensures data is stored within a specific, compliant geographic location, meeting data sovereignty and performance needs.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service is specifically designed for US Government entities, offering the required compliance, data residency in the US Government Virginia region, and security controls necessary for public sector operations.
Defense & National Security
Agencies within this sector have stringent requirements for data security, isolation, and geographic control, all of which are met by Azure Government Reserved Capacity in a specific US region.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Organizations in this sector handle sensitive patient data (PHI) and must comply with regulations like HIPAA, often requiring dedicated, compliant cloud environments like Azure Government for data storage.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions often face strict regulatory compliance mandates regarding data storage, security, and residency, making Azure Government a suitable platform for their sensitive financial data.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azure Government Reserved Capacity?
Azure Government Reserved Capacity allows you to pre-purchase a specific amount of compute or storage capacity for a 1-year or 3-year term at a discounted rate compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. This helps stabilize costs and guarantee resource availability.
Who is eligible for Azure Government services?
Azure Government is designed for US federal, state, local, and tribal government agencies, as well as their partners. Access requires specific vetting and adherence to strict compliance standards.
What is the difference between cool and hot storage tiers?
Cool storage is optimized for data that is accessed less frequently but still requires rapid access when needed, offering a lower storage cost than hot storage. Hot storage is for data accessed very frequently and prioritizes the lowest access latency.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
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.