Azure Files Provisioned v2: Elevate Your Cloud Storage with Next-Level Speed & Versatility

Key insights

• Azure Files Provisioned v2: A new billing model for HDD storage that enhances flexibility and performance in cloud storage solutions.


• Independent Provisioning: Allows separate configuration of storage capacity, IOPS, and throughput, enabling tailored solutions without over-provisioning.


• Predictable Billing: Costs are based on provisioned resources rather than actual usage, providing a straightforward cost structure for budgeting.


• Scalability: Dynamic adjustments to storage, IOPS, and throughput can be made quickly, with increases taking effect within minutes.


• Pricing Structure: Includes rates per month for provisioned GiB ($0.0073), IOPS ($0.0402), and throughput ($0.0599 per MiB/s).


• Availability: As of January 2025, available in regions like France Central, Australia East, and West US 2; verify regional availability for deployment needs.

Keywords

Azure Files, Provisioned v2, Cloud Storage, Enhanced Performance, Flexibility, Microsoft Azure, Storage Solutions, Revolutionizing Cloud