Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_B16MS US GOV TX
This Microsoft license provides access to virtual machine resources specifically for US Government entities, ensuring compliance and operational continuity for three years.
- License Term: Covers a three-year subscription period, offering predictable costs and long-term access to virtual machine capabilities.
- Platform Access: Enables the deployment and operation of virtual machines on Microsoft's Azure Government infrastructure.
- Compliance Focus: Tailored for US Government TX requirements, ensuring adherence to specific regulatory and security standards.
- Resource Allocation: Provides the STANDARD_B16MS instance type, offering a defined level of compute and memory resources for your workloads.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a platform software license for Microsoft Azure Government, specifically the STANDARD_B16MS virtual machine instance type, with a three-year subscription term for US Government entities.
It is designed for businesses and organizations that require secure, compliant cloud infrastructure within the Azure Government cloud. This license allows IT Managers and IT Professionals to deploy and manage virtual machines that support their internal business operations, ensuring access to necessary computing power and features.
- Azure Government Access: Grants permission to utilize Microsoft's Azure Government cloud services, designed for US public sector entities.
- Virtual Machine Instance: Provides access to the STANDARD_B16MS VM size, offering specific CPU and memory configurations.
- Three-Year Term: Locks in licensing for 36 months, simplifying budgeting and ensuring uninterrupted service.
- US Government Compliance: Meets the stringent security and compliance requirements for US Government data and workloads.
- Subscription Billing: Operates on a recurring subscription model for predictable IT expenditure.
This Microsoft license is ideal for US Government organizations needing a compliant and cost-effective way to deploy virtual machines for their internal IT needs.
What This Enables
Deploying Compliant Government Workloads
Enable teams to deploy and manage virtual machines within the Azure Government cloud environment. This ensures that sensitive government data and applications are hosted on a platform meeting strict US regulatory and security standards.
government agencies, defense contractors, public sector IT, secure cloud deployments, compliance-bound operations
Ensuring Long-Term Resource Availability
Streamline IT planning by securing virtual machine resources for a fixed three-year term. This guarantees capacity and predictable costs for essential business applications, preventing unexpected service disruptions.
long-term IT strategy, budget predictability, critical application hosting, stable infrastructure planning
Accessing Specific VM Instance Capabilities
Automate the provisioning of the STANDARD_B16MS virtual machine instance, which offers a balanced configuration of CPU and memory. This allows IT professionals to match specific application performance requirements with the right cloud resources.
application performance tuning, resource optimization, cloud infrastructure management, workload scaling
Key Features
Azure Government Cloud Access
Operate within a secure, isolated cloud environment designed to meet the stringent compliance requirements of US federal, state, and local governments.
STANDARD_B16MS VM Instance
Utilize a virtual machine size offering a specific balance of vCPUs and memory, suitable for a range of general-purpose workloads and applications.
Three-Year Subscription Term
Secure predictable costs and uninterrupted service for your virtual machines over a 36-month period, simplifying IT budgeting and planning.
US Government TX Licensing
Ensure licensing compliance specifically for US Government entities, addressing unique regulatory and contractual obligations.
Microsoft Cloud Platform
Benefit from the reliability, security, and scalability of Microsoft's global cloud infrastructure, managed and maintained by Microsoft.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This license is explicitly designed for US Government entities, meeting the stringent security and compliance requirements of federal, state, and local government operations within the Azure Government cloud.
Defense & Aerospace
Organizations within the defense sector often handle classified or sensitive information requiring the secure and compliant environment provided by Azure Government, making this license a critical component for their IT infrastructure.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers and life sciences organizations that handle protected health information (PHI) and must comply with HIPAA and other regulations can leverage Azure Government for secure data management and compliant operations.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions and insurance companies that process sensitive customer data and must adhere to strict regulatory frameworks like PCI DSS can utilize Azure Government for secure and compliant cloud deployments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the STANDARD_B16MS VM instance type?
The STANDARD_B16MS is a specific size of virtual machine available on Microsoft Azure Government. It offers a defined amount of vCPUs and RAM, suitable for general-purpose computing tasks. The 'B' series typically indicates burstable performance, meaning it can provide a baseline level of performance with the ability to burst for short periods when needed.
Who is eligible to purchase this license?
This license is specifically designated for US Government entities and organizations that operate under US Government contracts and require services within the Azure Government cloud. It is not available for general commercial use.
What does the three-year term entail?
The three-year term means you are committing to this license and its associated costs for a period of 36 months from the activation date. This provides cost predictability and ensures continuous access to the virtual machine resources throughout the term.
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.