Microsoft D2 v3 VM COMPHRS License
This Microsoft license provides access to the D2 v3 virtual machine configuration, enabling core computing capabilities for your business applications on a subscription basis.
- License Activation: Grants entitlement to use the specified Microsoft D2 v3 VM configuration.
- Subscription Billing: Operates on a recurring subscription model for predictable IT budgeting.
- Platform Access: Enables deployment and operation of Windows-based virtual machines.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensures legal and compliant use of Microsoft software resources.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a platform software license for Microsoft's D2 v3 virtual machine configuration, offered on a COMPHRS (compute hours) subscription basis. It unlocks the necessary entitlements to deploy and operate Windows-based virtual machines within the Azure cloud environment, ensuring you have the foundational capacity for your applications.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this license to provision and manage virtual server instances. It fits into their cloud infrastructure strategy, providing a cost-effective and scalable way to host business-critical applications, development environments, or data processing workloads without the overhead of physical hardware.
- Core VM Access: Enables the use of the D2 v3 VM size, offering specific CPU and RAM configurations.
- Subscription Model: Billed on a recurring subscription, facilitating predictable IT expenditure.
- Windows Environment: Specifically licensed for Windows Server operating systems on Azure.
- Compute Hour Basis: Licensing tied to compute hours consumed, offering flexibility.
- Compliance Ready: Ensures adherence to Microsoft's licensing terms for cloud deployments.
This Microsoft license is ideal for businesses seeking a compliant and cost-effective way to deploy essential Windows virtual machines in the cloud.
What This Enables
Enable Windows VM Deployments
Enable teams to deploy and operate Windows-based virtual machines on the Microsoft Azure platform. This ensures that critical business applications have a stable and licensed computing environment.
cloud infrastructure, virtualized environments, application hosting, IT resource management
Manage Cloud Compute Costs
Streamline IT budgeting with a predictable subscription billing model for virtual machine compute hours. This allows for better financial planning and control over cloud expenditure.
subscription-based IT, cloud cost optimization, operational budgeting, IT service provisioning
Ensure Software Licensing Compliance
Automate compliance by securing the correct licensing for Microsoft D2 v3 virtual machines. This prevents potential audits and penalties associated with unlicensed software use.
regulatory adherence, IT asset management, cloud governance, risk mitigation
Key Features
Microsoft D2 v3 VM Configuration
Access to a specific balance of CPU and RAM optimized for general-purpose workloads.
Compute Hours (COMPHRS) Licensing
Pay for the compute resources consumed, offering flexibility and potential cost savings for variable workloads.
Subscription Billing
Enables predictable IT operational expenses with recurring subscription payments.
Windows OS Entitlement
Guarantees legal use of Windows Server operating systems on the licensed virtual machine.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Leverage the scalability, reliability, and security of Microsoft's global cloud infrastructure.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require robust and compliant IT infrastructure to handle sensitive data and meet strict regulatory requirements for data processing and storage.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain high availability and data security for patient records, adhering to regulations like HIPAA, which necessitates reliable and properly licensed cloud resources.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service providers handle confidential client information and require secure, scalable platforms for case management and client collaboration, often with specific data residency needs.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers utilize cloud resources for operational technology integration, data analytics, and supply chain management, demanding consistent performance and reliable access to computing power.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a D2 v3 VM?
The D2 v3 is a general-purpose virtual machine size offered by Microsoft Azure. It provides a balance of compute, memory, and I/O resources suitable for a wide range of business applications and workloads.
What does COMPHRS mean for licensing?
COMPHRS stands for Compute Hours. This licensing model means you are primarily paying for the time your virtual machine is actively running and consuming compute resources, rather than a perpetual license.
Is this license perpetual or a subscription?
This license is provided on a subscription basis, meaning it renews periodically (e.g., monthly or annually) to maintain access and compliance. Billing is recurring.
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.