Microsoft Azure RI VM STANDARD_DS13-2_V2 US DOD CENTRAL
Access Microsoft Azure virtual machine resources specifically configured for US DOD CENTRAL environments, ensuring compliance and operational continuity for your business.
- Compliance Focused: Meets stringent US DOD CENTRAL requirements for data residency and security.
- Scalable Performance: Provides the STANDARD_DS13-2_V2 VM size for demanding workloads.
- Subscription Term: Licensed on a 3-year monthly subscription basis for predictable budgeting.
- Microsoft Azure Platform: Runs on the reliable and secure Microsoft Azure global infrastructure.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a Microsoft Azure Reserved Instance (RI) virtual machine license subscription for the STANDARD_DS13-2_V2 instance size, specifically deployed in the US DOD CENTRAL region. It grants the right to use a defined virtual machine capacity for a 3-year term, billed monthly, ensuring compliance with specific government or defense sector requirements.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in organizations requiring dedicated, compliant cloud infrastructure will utilize this license. It fits within environments that must adhere to US DOD CENTRAL data handling and security protocols, providing a predictable cost model for essential cloud compute resources.
- Dedicated Azure Capacity: Reserves specific VM resources in the US DOD CENTRAL region.
- Compliance Assurance: Designed to meet the security and data residency needs of US DOD CENTRAL.
- Predictable Costs: Fixed monthly billing over a 3-year term reduces budget uncertainty.
- Performance Tier: Offers the STANDARD_DS13-2_V2 VM size, suitable for compute-intensive applications.
- Microsoft Ecosystem: Integrates with other Microsoft Azure services for a unified cloud strategy.
This Azure RI license is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations needing compliant, cost-effective virtual machine capacity in sensitive government or defense environments.
What This Enables
Enable Compliant US DOD CENTRAL Workloads
Enable teams to deploy and run applications that require strict adherence to US DOD CENTRAL data residency and security standards. Streamline the provisioning of compliant virtual machines without manual configuration overhead.
government contracting, defense industry operations, secure data processing, regulated cloud deployments
Optimize Cloud Spend for Long-Term Needs
Streamline budgeting by locking in a predictable monthly cost for essential VM resources over a 3-year term. Automate the reservation of compute capacity, ensuring availability for critical business functions.
long-term project deployments, stable application hosting, predictable operational budgeting, fixed-term engagements
Ensure Performance for Demanding Applications
Provide teams with the necessary compute power by deploying the STANDARD_DS13-2_V2 VM size, optimized for performance-intensive applications. Support critical business processes with reliable and consistent virtual machine performance.
data analytics platforms, business intelligence tools, application servers, development and testing environments
Key Features
Reserved Instance (RI) Commitment
Secures discounted pricing and guaranteed capacity for a 3-year term, reducing long-term cloud expenditure.
US DOD CENTRAL Region Deployment
Ensures data residency and compliance with specific government and defense sector regulations.
STANDARD_DS13-2_V2 VM Size
Provides a balance of compute, memory, and I/O for a wide range of demanding business applications.
3-Year Subscription Term
Offers predictable monthly billing and cost management over an extended period.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Leverages a secure, global, and reliable cloud infrastructure for business operations.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This license is specifically designed for environments requiring adherence to U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) CENTRAL compliance standards, data residency, and security protocols essential for government operations.
Defense & National Security
Organizations within the defense sector must meet rigorous security certifications and data handling requirements, making this US DOD CENTRAL region deployment crucial for their operations.
Finance & Insurance
While not exclusively for finance, businesses in this sector that handle sensitive data and require high levels of security and compliance may opt for specialized regions like US DOD CENTRAL for enhanced protection.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations dealing with protected health information (PHI) often require specialized cloud environments that meet strict regulatory compliance, similar to those provided in government-focused regions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Microsoft Azure Reserved Instance?
A Reserved Instance (RI) is a commitment to use specific Azure services, like virtual machines, for a 1-year or 3-year term in exchange for a significant discount compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. It helps in cost optimization for steady-state workloads.
Why is the US DOD CENTRAL region important?
The US DOD CENTRAL region is a specialized Azure environment designed to meet the stringent security, compliance, and data residency requirements mandated by the U.S. Department of Defense and other government entities.
Can I change the VM size or region after purchase?
Azure Reserved Instances can be exchanged or cancelled with limitations. Modifications are typically managed through the Azure portal or by contacting support, subject to Azure's RI modification policies.
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.