Microsoft Azure RI VM STANDARD_DS15_V2-USNORTHCENT-1Y Subscription
This 1-year Microsoft Azure subscription provides access to the STANDARD_DS15_V2 virtual machine in the US North Central region, ensuring your business has the necessary cloud computing resources.
- Coverage: Access to a specific Azure virtual machine instance for 1 year.
- Billing: Annual subscription model for predictable cloud infrastructure costs.
- Platform: Utilizes Microsoft Azure's robust and secure cloud platform.
- Value: Ensures compliance and continuous operation of critical business applications.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This product is a 1-year subscription for a Microsoft Azure RI VM STANDARD_DS15_V2 instance located in the US North Central region. It grants access to a specific virtual machine configuration designed for demanding workloads, ensuring reliable performance and availability for your business-critical applications.
This subscription is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies who require dedicated cloud computing resources. It fits into an existing Azure environment or serves as the foundation for new cloud deployments, providing a scalable and secure platform for operations.
- Annual Subscription: Provides a 1-year commitment for cost predictability and uninterrupted service.
- Specific VM Instance: Grants access to the STANDARD_DS15_V2 configuration, optimized for performance.
- Regional Deployment: Located in US North Central for potentially lower latency and data residency compliance.
- Microsoft Azure Platform: Leverages a globally recognized, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure.
- Compliance and Operation: Supports regulatory requirements and ensures continuous availability of business applications.
Secure essential cloud computing power with this annual Microsoft Azure VM subscription, perfect for businesses needing reliable performance without enterprise-level infrastructure investment.
What This Enables
Enable High-Performance Application Hosting
Enable teams to deploy and run demanding business applications that require significant processing power and memory. Streamline application delivery by leveraging a pre-configured, high-performance virtual machine instance.
cloud-native applications, business-critical workloads, performance-sensitive applications, dedicated application hosting
Support Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
Support business continuity by hosting critical systems in a resilient cloud environment. Protect against local hardware failures or disasters by having applications readily available in a geographically distinct data center.
disaster recovery planning, business continuity strategies, high-availability deployments, redundant infrastructure
Meet Regulatory Compliance Requirements
Ensure compliance with data residency and security regulations by utilizing Microsoft Azure's certified infrastructure. Maintain audit trails and secure data handling practices required by industry-specific compliance standards.
regulated industries, data residency mandates, security-focused deployments, compliance-driven IT
Key Features
STANDARD_DS15_V2 VM Instance
Access to a powerful virtual machine configuration optimized for compute-intensive workloads, ensuring smooth operation of demanding applications.
1-Year Subscription Term
Provides predictable annual costs and ensures uninterrupted access to cloud resources, simplifying IT budget management.
US North Central Region
Offers potentially lower latency for users in the region and helps meet data residency requirements for compliance.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Leverages a globally recognized, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure with extensive services and support.
Subscription Billing
Facilitates easier financial planning and management with a clear, recurring billing cycle for cloud services.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires high availability and performance for trading platforms, risk analysis, and customer-facing applications, often with strict data residency and security compliance needs.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need secure, reliable infrastructure for patient data management, telehealth services, and research, often governed by stringent regulations like HIPAA.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers utilize cloud VMs for running ERP systems, production monitoring software, and supply chain management tools that demand consistent performance and uptime.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service providers rely on secure and accessible platforms for case management, document storage, and client communication, requiring robust IT infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Reserved Instance (RI) VM subscription?
A Reserved Instance (RI) subscription for a virtual machine (VM) is a commitment to use a specific VM type in a particular region for a set term, typically 1 or 3 years. This commitment usually results in a lower price compared to pay-as-you-go options.
What does STANDARD_DS15_V2 mean?
STANDARD_DS15_V2 refers to a specific series and size of virtual machine offered by Microsoft Azure. The 'DS' series generally indicates a balance of compute and memory, with '15' being the size within that series, and 'V2' denoting the generation of the hardware.
Can I change the VM size or region after purchasing this subscription?
Generally, Reserved Instance subscriptions are tied to a specific VM size and region. Changes may not be possible without canceling and repurchasing, or specific Azure policies might allow for exchanges under certain conditions. Consult Azure documentation for details.
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.