Microsoft Storage Reserved Capacity 1 PB RA-GRS US GOV IA
Secure 1 PB of Azure Reserved Capacity for US Government with RA-GRS and IA, ensuring predictable costs and performance for your critical data storage.
- Capacity Assurance: Guarantees 1 PB of hot storage capacity for your US Government Azure environment.
- Cost Predictability: Locks in pricing for 1 year, providing budget certainty for essential data storage.
- Redundancy & Compliance: RA-GRS offers geo-redundant storage, meeting stringent US Government data residency and compliance requirements.
- Performance Tier: Utilizes Infrequent Access (IA) for cost-effective storage of data accessed less frequently but requiring rapid retrieval.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Azure Reserved Capacity offering provides 1 Petabyte (PB) of hot storage with Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage (RA-GRS) and Infrequent Access (IA) tiering, specifically for US Government environments. It guarantees capacity and predictable pricing for a one-year term, ensuring your critical data is available and compliant.
Ideal for US Government agencies and organizations with strict data residency and compliance mandates, this reservation is designed for businesses that require dedicated storage capacity for sensitive information. It fits within Azure deployments, offering a cost-effective solution for data that needs to be readily accessible but is not accessed constantly.
- Guaranteed Capacity: Secures 1 PB of hot storage, preventing unexpected capacity limitations.
- Cost Savings: Offers significant discounts compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for predictable workloads.
- Compliance Ready: RA-GRS ensures data is replicated across multiple geographic regions for disaster recovery and meets US Government requirements.
- Performance Optimization: Infrequent Access tier balances cost with the need for timely data retrieval.
- Simplified Management: Provides a clear, long-term commitment for essential storage resources.
This Azure Reserved Capacity is the right choice for US Government entities needing to secure 1 PB of compliant, cost-effective hot storage for their critical data.
What This Enables
Enable Secure Data Archiving for Compliance
Enable teams to archive sensitive government data with guaranteed capacity and geo-redundant storage. Streamline compliance with regulations requiring data residency and disaster recovery capabilities.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, regulated data workloads, long-term data retention
Ensure Predictable Costs for Critical Workloads
Streamline budgeting by locking in the cost for 1 PB of hot storage for a full year. Automate cost management for essential data services that require consistent performance and availability.
fixed-capacity storage needs, predictable data growth, cost-sensitive government projects, mission-critical applications
Meet US Government Data Residency Mandates
Enable teams to meet stringent US Government data residency and security requirements with RA-GRS in Azure Government regions. Protect against data loss with geo-redundancy for critical datasets.
government cloud deployments, secure data handling, compliance-focused IT strategies, sovereign cloud requirements
Key Features
1 PB Reserved Capacity
Guarantees sufficient storage space for your critical data, preventing service interruptions due to capacity limits.
RA-GRS (Read-Access Geo-Redundant Storage)
Ensures data durability and availability across geographically separated data centers, meeting disaster recovery and compliance needs.
US Government Cloud Environment
Provides a secure and compliant platform specifically designed for US Government data and regulatory requirements.
Infrequent Access (IA) Tier
Offers a cost-effective balance for data that needs to be readily available but is accessed less frequently.
1-Year Term Commitment
Locks in pricing for a year, offering significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go and providing budget predictability.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service is specifically designed for US Government environments, meeting stringent data residency, security, and compliance mandates like FedRAMP requirements.
Defense & National Security
Provides secure, geo-redundant storage solutions essential for handling sensitive defense data and meeting strict operational continuity requirements.
Intelligence Agencies
Offers guaranteed capacity and compliance features necessary for storing and accessing critical intelligence data with high availability and security.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Supports the need for secure, compliant storage of patient data (PHI) with geo-redundancy, aligning with HIPAA and other regulatory requirements for data protection and availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azure Reserved Capacity?
Azure Reserved Capacity allows you to pre-purchase Azure services, such as storage, for a one-year or three-year term. This commitment provides significant discounts compared to pay-as-you-go pricing and guarantees capacity for your chosen services.
What does RA-GRS mean for my data?
RA-GRS means your data is replicated to a secondary geographic region, providing geo-redundancy. Read-access allows you to retrieve data from the secondary region if the primary region becomes unavailable, enhancing durability and disaster recovery capabilities.
How does the Infrequent Access (IA) tier affect performance and cost?
The Infrequent Access tier is designed for data that is accessed less than once a month but requires low-latency access when needed. It offers a lower storage cost than hot tier storage, making it ideal for archives and backups.
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
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