Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_B1S US GOV AZ-3Y/MO
This Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_B1S US GOV AZ-3Y/MO subscription provides essential virtual machine licensing for US Government organizations, ensuring compliance and access to critical cloud resources for three years.
- License Term: Covers a three-year commitment for predictable budgeting and uninterrupted service.
- US Government Compliance: Specifically licensed for US Government environments, meeting stringent regulatory requirements.
- Virtual Machine Access: Enables the deployment and operation of standard virtual machines within Azure Government.
- Cost Efficiency: Bundles licensing with a multi-year term for potential cost savings compared to month-to-month options.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a Microsoft Azure Government (US GOV) subscription for a STANDARD_B1S virtual machine size, licensed on a 3-year term. It provides the necessary entitlements to deploy and operate a virtual machine within the Azure Government cloud, ensuring access to compute resources while adhering to specific government compliance standards.
This license is designed for US Government agencies and their partners who require secure, compliant cloud infrastructure. It fits within an organization's IT strategy by providing a foundational element for hosting applications, data, or services that must reside within the Azure Government cloud environment.
- Azure Government Access: Grants rights to use Azure Government services, a segregated cloud environment for US public sector entities.
- Standard B1S VM Entitlement: Allows deployment of the B1S virtual machine size, suitable for basic workloads and testing.
- Three-Year Subscription: Locks in licensing for 36 months, offering price stability and simplifying procurement.
- Compliance Focused: Tailored for US Government regulatory needs, including FedRAMP and other relevant standards.
- Platform Licensing: Secures the software rights needed to operate the virtual machine instance.
This Microsoft Azure Government VM license is ideal for US public sector organizations needing a compliant and cost-effective way to access essential cloud compute resources for their own operations.
What This Enables
Enable Compliant Cloud Workloads
Enable government agencies to deploy virtual machines within the secure Azure Government cloud. This ensures adherence to strict data residency and regulatory requirements for sensitive workloads.
government agencies, defense contractors, public sector IT, secure cloud deployments, compliance-bound operations
Support Specific VM Size Requirements
Streamline the procurement of the STANDARD_B1S virtual machine size for specific application needs or testing environments. This provides dedicated access to a defined compute capacity for internal use.
application hosting, development and testing, resource provisioning, internal IT infrastructure, specific workload needs
Secure Long-Term Azure Government Access
Automate the acquisition of a three-year subscription, guaranteeing access to Azure Government services and locking in pricing. This simplifies budgeting and ensures continuity for essential IT functions.
long-term cloud strategy, predictable IT budgeting, infrastructure continuity, managed cloud environments, operational stability
Key Features
Azure Government Environment
Provides access to a segregated cloud infrastructure designed to meet the stringent security and compliance requirements of US public sector entities.
STANDARD_B1S VM Size
Enables deployment of a cost-effective virtual machine suitable for a range of basic workloads, development, and testing scenarios.
Three-Year Subscription Term
Offers predictable costs and ensures uninterrupted service for 36 months, simplifying IT budget management and procurement.
US Government Licensing
Guarantees compliance with specific US Government regulations and data handling policies, mitigating risk for public sector organizations.
Platform Licensing
Secures the necessary software entitlements to operate the virtual machine, ensuring legal and operational readiness.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This license is specifically designed for US Government entities and their partners, ensuring compliance with FedRAMP and other relevant regulations for secure cloud operations.
Defense & National Security
Provides a secure, compliant cloud environment within Azure Government, essential for handling sensitive data and meeting the rigorous security standards of defense-related organizations.
Education & Research
Public educational institutions and research bodies often fall under government compliance mandates, making Azure Government a suitable platform for their IT infrastructure needs.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
While HIPAA is a primary concern, many healthcare organizations also operate under or alongside government contracts that require adherence to FedRAMP or similar standards for data handling and cloud usage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Azure Government cloud?
Azure Government is a separate cloud environment designed specifically for US federal, state, local, and tribal governments, as well as their partners. It meets stringent security and compliance requirements, including FedRAMP.
What is the STANDARD_B1S VM size suitable for?
The B1S VM size is a burstable general-purpose VM. It's ideal for workloads that don't need full CPU performance all the time, such as development/test environments, small web servers, or basic data processing tasks.
Why is a 3-year subscription beneficial?
A 3-year subscription provides price predictability, often at a lower per-month cost than shorter terms. It also simplifies procurement and ensures continuous access to the licensed resources for the duration of the commitment.
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.