Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_B4MS US DOD CENTRAL-1Y/MO
This Microsoft license provides access to a virtual machine instance for your business operations, valid for one year.
- License Type: Platform software license for a Microsoft virtual machine.
- Term: One-year subscription, billed monthly.
- Environment: Designed for US DOD Central region deployments.
- Value: Ensures compliance and access to necessary computing resources.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This product is a one-year subscription license for a Microsoft Azure virtual machine, specifically the STANDARD_B4MS instance located in the US DOD CENTRAL region. It grants your organization the right to use this virtual machine resource for your business IT needs.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize these licenses to provision and manage essential computing infrastructure for their internal operations, ensuring they have the necessary capacity and compliance for their applications and data.
- Platform Access: Enables the use of a specific Microsoft Azure virtual machine instance.
- Subscription Term: Provides a one-year license, billed on a monthly basis.
- Regional Deployment: Optimized for the US DOD CENTRAL region, meeting specific data residency and security requirements.
- Compliance: Helps maintain licensing compliance for Microsoft Azure services.
- Resource Allocation: Secures a defined virtual machine capacity for your business applications.
This Microsoft VM license is ideal for businesses needing dedicated cloud computing resources with a clear subscription term and regional focus.
What This Enables
Enable Business Application Hosting
Enable teams to deploy and run critical business applications on a dedicated Microsoft Azure virtual machine. This ensures consistent performance and availability for internal workflows and data processing.
cloud-hosted applications, internal business tools, data processing workloads, subscription-based software use
Support Regulatory Compliance
Streamline adherence to regulatory requirements by utilizing a licensed virtual machine instance in a specific, compliant region. This provides a controlled environment for sensitive data and business processes.
data residency requirements, government contracts, secure data handling, auditable IT environments
Provide Scalable Computing Resources
Automate the provisioning of necessary computing capacity for fluctuating business demands. This license secures a STANDARD_B4MS instance, offering a balance of performance and cost-effectiveness for your operations.
variable workloads, seasonal demand, resource planning, infrastructure scaling
Key Features
Microsoft Azure STANDARD_B4MS Instance
Access a virtual machine with 4 vCPUs and 8 GB of RAM, suitable for a range of business workloads.
US DOD CENTRAL Region Deployment
Meets specific data residency and security requirements for government-adjacent or highly regulated entities.
1-Year Subscription Term
Provides predictable costs and access for a defined period, simplifying IT budgeting.
Monthly Billing
Allows for more manageable cash flow compared to large upfront perpetual license purchases.
Platform Licensing
Grants the legal right to use the specified Microsoft Azure virtual machine resource for your business operations.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
The US DOD CENTRAL region is specifically designed to meet the stringent security and compliance needs of government entities and contractors, ensuring data residency and access controls.
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires robust security and compliance, making a licensed VM in a secure, regulated region suitable for handling sensitive financial data and meeting regulatory mandates.
Defense & Aerospace
Organizations in this sector often have strict requirements for data handling, security, and geographic location of their IT resources, aligning with the US DOD CENTRAL region's capabilities.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
This industry demands high levels of data security and compliance (like HIPAA), making a properly licensed and regionally deployed VM a critical component for managing patient data and operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a STANDARD_B4MS virtual machine?
The STANDARD_B4MS is a type of virtual machine offered by Microsoft Azure. It provides a specific configuration of virtual CPUs and memory, designed for general-purpose computing tasks.
What does 'US DOD CENTRAL' refer to?
This indicates the specific geographic region within Microsoft Azure where the virtual machine is deployed. The US DOD CENTRAL region is designed to meet the stringent security and compliance requirements of the U.S. Department of Defense and related entities.
Is this license for resale?
No, this license is for end-user businesses that will use the virtual machine for their own IT operations. It is not intended for resale or for use by IT service providers to deliver services to their own clients.
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.