Microsoft Azure Virtual Machine Standard DS1 V2 3-Year Subscription
This Microsoft Azure virtual machine subscription provides a Standard DS1 V2 instance in the US West region for a 3-year term, enabling scalable cloud computing for your business needs.
- License Term: Enjoy 3 years of continuous access to Azure Standard DS1 V2 virtual machine resources, ensuring predictable costs and uninterrupted service.
- Platform Access: Unlock the full capabilities of the Azure platform for your specific workloads, including compute, storage, and networking.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain regulatory compliance and data residency requirements with Azure's secure and certified infrastructure.
- Cost Predictability: Lock in pricing for three years, simplifying budgeting and avoiding unexpected increases for essential cloud infrastructure.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a 3-year subscription license for a Microsoft Azure Standard DS1 V2 virtual machine, hosted in the US West region. It grants your organization the right to deploy and operate this specific VM instance for the duration of the term, providing access to Microsoft's cloud infrastructure.
This offering is designed for businesses that require dedicated virtual machine capacity for their own IT operations, such as running business applications, hosting databases, or supporting development and testing environments. It is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals seeking reliable and scalable cloud resources without the overhead of managing physical hardware.
- Scalable Compute: Deploy a Standard DS1 V2 VM for flexible workload management.
- 3-Year Term: Secure your Azure resources with a long-term commitment for cost savings and stability.
- US West Region: Utilize Azure infrastructure located in the US West for optimal performance and data residency.
- Microsoft Licensing: Ensure compliance and access to the latest Azure features through official Microsoft licensing.
- Subscription Billing: Manage your cloud spend with predictable, recurring subscription payments.
This Azure VM subscription is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing dependable, long-term cloud compute without enterprise-level complexity.
What This Enables
Enable Scalable Application Hosting
Enable teams to deploy and run business-critical applications on a dedicated Azure virtual machine. This ensures consistent performance and availability for internal or customer-facing services.
cloud-native applications, business process automation, internal SaaS platforms, web application hosting
Streamline Development and Testing Environments
Streamline the creation and management of development and testing environments using Azure virtual machines. This provides developers with consistent, isolated resources to accelerate software delivery cycles.
agile development workflows, CI/CD pipelines, application testing frameworks, sandbox environments
Automate Database Operations
Automate the deployment and management of databases on a reliable Azure virtual machine. This ensures data integrity and accessibility for your organization's information assets.
relational database hosting, data warehousing, business intelligence platforms, data analytics workloads
Key Features
Standard DS1 V2 VM Instance
Provides a balanced configuration of CPU, memory, and storage suitable for a wide range of business applications.
3-Year Subscription Term
Locks in pricing and ensures uninterrupted service for three years, simplifying budgeting and long-term planning.
US West Region Deployment
Offers low latency and data residency compliance for organizations operating or serving users in the western United States.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Access to a global network of secure data centers, advanced security features, and a vast ecosystem of cloud services.
Subscription Billing Model
Provides predictable operational expenses with recurring subscription payments, aligning with cloud budgeting best practices.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require highly available and secure platforms to manage sensitive data and comply with strict regulations like PCI DSS and SOX, making Azure's robust infrastructure a suitable choice.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to HIPAA and other privacy regulations, necessitating secure, compliant cloud environments for patient data and operational systems.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers often deploy applications for ERP, supply chain management, and IoT data processing, benefiting from Azure's scalability and global reach to optimize operations.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service providers handle confidential client information and require reliable systems for case management, document storage, and client communication, aligning with Azure's security and availability features.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Microsoft Azure Standard DS1 V2 VM?
The Standard DS1 V2 is a general-purpose virtual machine size offered by Microsoft Azure. It provides a specific balance of CPU, memory, and storage optimized for a variety of workloads, including web servers, small to medium databases, and development/test environments.
What does a 3-year subscription mean for this Azure VM?
A 3-year subscription means you are committing to using this specific Azure VM instance for a continuous period of three years. This typically results in a lower per-year cost compared to monthly commitments and ensures your access to the resource is guaranteed for that duration.
Can I change the VM size or region during the 3-year term?
While the subscription locks in the VM instance and term, Azure allows for resizing and migration of VMs. Specific actions and potential implications on cost or service continuity should be reviewed with Azure documentation or a cloud specialist.
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.