Microsoft FILES V2 GRS METADATA US WEST 2
Access essential metadata management for Microsoft files with the FILES V2 GRS METADATA US WEST 2 license, ensuring data integrity and compliance for your business.
- Global Redundancy: Coverage for data replication across multiple Azure regions for enhanced availability and disaster recovery.
- Metadata Control: Entitlement to manage and access critical file metadata, supporting compliance and data governance initiatives.
- Operational Continuity: Protection against data loss and service disruption through robust platform infrastructure.
- Feature Enablement: Access to advanced file management capabilities within the Microsoft ecosystem.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a platform software license for Microsoft's file services, specifically enabling Global Redundant Storage (GRS) metadata management in the US West 2 Azure region. It provides the necessary licensing to utilize advanced features for data redundancy, availability, and metadata control within your Microsoft environment.
This license is designed for businesses that rely on Microsoft's cloud infrastructure for their file storage and management needs. IT Managers and IT Professionals can use this to ensure their data is protected, compliant, and accessible, fitting into existing Microsoft 365 or Azure deployments.
- Global Redundancy: Ensures data is replicated across geographically dispersed Azure regions for high availability.
- Metadata Management: Provides access to tools and features for managing file metadata, crucial for organization and compliance.
- US West 2 Focus: Specific deployment within the US West 2 Azure region for optimized performance and data residency.
- Subscription Billing: Licensed on a recurring subscription basis, offering predictable costs.
- Compliance Support: Aids in meeting regulatory requirements through controlled data access and redundancy.
This Microsoft license is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing reliable, redundant, and compliant file metadata management within Azure.
What This Enables
Enable Global Data Redundancy
Enable teams to ensure business continuity by replicating critical file data across geographically dispersed Azure regions. This protects against localized outages and ensures data accessibility.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, disaster recovery planning, business continuity strategy
Streamline Metadata Management
Streamline the organization and retrieval of critical file information by providing robust metadata management capabilities. This supports efficient data governance and compliance auditing.
data-intensive operations, regulated industries, information lifecycle management, compliance reporting
Automate Compliance Controls
Automate adherence to regulatory requirements by leveraging built-in redundancy and metadata controls. This reduces manual effort and the risk of compliance gaps.
data residency requirements, industry-specific regulations, audit trail maintenance, secure data handling
Key Features
Global Redundant Storage (GRS)
Ensures your data is replicated across multiple Azure regions, providing high availability and disaster recovery capabilities.
Metadata Management
Allows for effective organization, search, and control of file metadata, crucial for compliance and data governance.
US West 2 Azure Region
Optimizes performance and data residency for organizations operating within or requiring proximity to this specific geographic location.
Subscription Licensing
Provides a predictable, recurring cost model for accessing these advanced file management features.
Microsoft Platform Integration
Seamlessly integrates with existing Microsoft 365 and Azure services, simplifying deployment and management.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust data redundancy and strict metadata controls to meet stringent regulatory compliance like SEC Rule 17a-4 and GDPR.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain data integrity and availability for patient records under HIPAA, necessitating reliable storage and access solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle sensitive client data that requires secure storage, high availability, and auditable metadata for case management and compliance.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often have specific data residency and redundancy requirements to ensure continuity of services and protect sensitive information.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Redundant Storage (GRS)?
GRS is a Microsoft Azure storage option that replicates your data synchronously to a secondary region within the same geography, and then asynchronously to a third region. This provides high durability and availability.
How does this license help with compliance?
By ensuring data redundancy and providing tools for metadata management, this license helps organizations meet regulatory requirements for data availability, integrity, and auditability.
Is this license suitable for small businesses?
Yes, this license is designed for businesses of all sizes, including SMBs and mid-market companies, offering enterprise-grade data protection and management without the associated overhead.
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.