Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_B2S US GOV AZ-1Y/MO
This Microsoft license provides access to virtual machine capabilities within the Azure Government cloud for a one-year term, ensuring compliance and operational continuity.
- License Activation: Enables the use of a Standard B2S virtual machine instance on Azure Government.
- Term Commitment: A one-year subscription term provides predictable access and cost management.
- Government Compliance: Specifically designed for US Government environments, meeting stringent security and regulatory requirements.
- Operational Continuity: Ensures your critical applications and services remain available and supported.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft license, identified as RI VM STANDARD_B2S US GOV AZ-1Y/MO, grants your organization the right to deploy and operate a Standard B2S virtual machine within the Azure Government cloud environment for a one-year subscription period. It unlocks the necessary platform capabilities for running specific workloads that require a government-certified cloud infrastructure.
This offering is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals within US Government agencies or organizations handling sensitive government data. It fits into environments that require adherence to specific compliance frameworks like FedRAMP, ensuring that virtual machine deployments meet federal security standards and operational needs.
- Azure Government Access: Utilizes Microsoft's secure cloud platform designed for US government entities.
- Standard B2S VM: Provides access to a general-purpose virtual machine size suitable for a variety of workloads.
- One-Year Subscription: Offers a defined term for predictable budgeting and resource planning.
- Compliance Focused: Tailored for environments requiring adherence to US government regulations and security protocols.
- Platform Licensing: Secures the necessary software rights to operate the virtual machine instance.
This Microsoft license is the right choice for government-focused organizations needing compliant and reliable virtual machine capacity within Azure Government.
What This Enables
Deploying Compliant Government Workloads
Enable teams to deploy and run applications that require adherence to US government security and compliance standards. This license ensures that your virtual machine instances operate within a certified government cloud environment.
government agencies, defense contractors, regulated data processing, secure cloud environments, federal compliance
Ensuring Regulatory Adherence
Streamline the process of meeting strict regulatory requirements for data residency and security within government sectors. This subscription provides the necessary licensing for authorized use of Azure Government services.
federal IT infrastructure, compliance-driven deployments, secure application hosting, data sovereignty needs
Maintaining Operational Continuity
Automate the provisioning of reliable virtual machine capacity for essential government services. The one-year term offers predictable access, minimizing disruptions and supporting continuous operations.
mission-critical applications, ongoing service delivery, predictable cloud resource access, government IT operations
Key Features
Azure Government Cloud Platform
Operate within a secure, isolated cloud environment designed to meet the stringent requirements of US federal, state, and local governments.
Standard B2S Virtual Machine
Access a general-purpose virtual machine size suitable for a wide range of common workloads and applications.
One-Year Subscription Term
Benefit from predictable costs and resource availability over a defined 12-month period, simplifying IT budget management.
US Government Specific Licensing
Ensure full compliance with licensing requirements for operating within government-specific cloud infrastructures.
Microsoft Cloud Ecosystem
Integrate with other Microsoft services and solutions within the Azure Government ecosystem for a cohesive IT strategy.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This license is specifically designed for the Azure Government cloud, catering to the stringent security, compliance, and data residency requirements of US federal, state, and local government entities.
Defense & National Security
Organizations within the defense sector often handle classified or sensitive information requiring the specialized security and compliance controls offered by the Azure Government cloud environment.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers and related organizations that handle protected health information (PHI) may require the compliance certifications and secure environments provided by Azure Government to meet HIPAA and other regulations.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions and insurance companies dealing with sensitive customer data and subject to strict regulatory oversight may opt for Azure Government to ensure data security and compliance with financial regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Azure Government cloud?
Azure Government is a separate instance of Microsoft Azure cloud services designed to meet the unique and evolving needs of US federal, state, local, and tribal governments. It provides enhanced security and compliance controls.
What does 'STANDARD_B2S' refer to?
STANDARD_B2S refers to a specific size and type of virtual machine offered by Microsoft Azure. The 'B' series is generally for burstable workloads, and '2S' indicates the number of vCPUs and memory, suitable for general-purpose computing tasks.
Is this license transferable?
Software licenses, especially cloud subscriptions, typically have specific terms regarding transferability. This license is tied to the Azure Government environment and the purchasing entity's agreement with Microsoft or its authorized partners.
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.