Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_B4MS US GOV AZ-1Y/MO
This Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_B4MS US GOV AZ-1Y/MO provides annual access to essential virtual machine capabilities for government entities.
- Platform Access: Entitlement to use Microsoft's Azure Government cloud infrastructure for virtual machines.
- Annual Subscription: Provides continuous service and feature access for a full 12-month period.
- Government Compliance: Designed to meet the specific regulatory and security requirements of US government agencies.
- Scalable Capacity: Offers B4MS (4 vCPU, 16 GB RAM) virtual machine resources for demanding workloads.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a Microsoft Azure Government virtual machine subscription, specifically the STANDARD_B4MS size, licensed for a one-year term. It grants access to Microsoft's cloud computing resources tailored for US government entities, enabling the deployment and operation of virtual machines with defined performance characteristics.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in US government agencies or organizations handling government data will utilize this subscription to host applications, manage data, or run critical business processes within a secure and compliant cloud environment. It fits into the infrastructure stack as the foundational compute resource for various workloads.
- Azure Government Access: Utilizes Microsoft's dedicated cloud environment for US government customers.
- Standard B4MS VM Size: Provides 4 vCPUs and 16 GB of RAM for balanced compute and memory needs.
- Annual Subscription Model: Ensures continuous service and predictable costs for 12 months.
- Compliance Focused: Built to adhere to stringent US government security and regulatory standards.
- Operational Continuity: Supports the ongoing operation of essential business applications and services.
This annual subscription is ideal for government organizations needing compliant and performant virtual machine resources without the overhead of on-premises hardware.
What This Enables
Deploying Compliant Government Applications
Enable teams to deploy and run applications that require adherence to US government security and data handling regulations. This ensures that sensitive data is processed and stored within a certified cloud environment.
cloud-native deployments, regulated data processing, secure application hosting, government contracting
Migrating Legacy Government Workloads
Organizations migrating existing on-premises applications to the cloud can utilize this subscription for a compliant and performant hosting solution. It provides the necessary virtual machine resources to replicate or improve upon existing functionality.
application modernization, data center consolidation, hybrid cloud strategies, infrastructure upgrades
Managing Secure Data Storage and Processing
Businesses handling sensitive government data can streamline data storage and processing operations using these virtual machines. This subscription offers a secure foundation for databases, analytics, and other data-intensive tasks.
data analytics platforms, secure database hosting, compliance-driven data management, business intelligence
Key Features
Azure Government Cloud
Operate within a dedicated cloud environment designed to meet the stringent security and compliance requirements of US federal, state, and local governments.
STANDARD_B4MS VM Size
Access a balanced configuration of 4 vCPUs and 16 GB RAM, suitable for a wide range of general-purpose workloads and applications.
Annual Subscription
Secure predictable costs and continuous access to virtual machine resources for a full 12 months, simplifying budgeting and procurement.
Microsoft Support
Benefit from Microsoft's expertise and support for the Azure platform, ensuring operational stability and access to technical assistance.
Scalability
Easily scale resources up or down as needed within the Azure Government ecosystem to adapt to changing business demands.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service is specifically designed for US government entities, meeting their unique compliance, security, and data residency requirements for cloud deployments.
Defense & National Security
Organizations within this sector require highly secure and compliant cloud infrastructure to handle sensitive national security data, which Azure Government provides.
Intelligence Agencies
Intelligence operations demand a secure, isolated cloud environment that adheres to the highest levels of data protection and access control, as offered by Azure Government.
Government Contracting
Companies that contract with the US government often need to host data and applications within compliant environments like Azure Government to fulfill contractual obligations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Azure Government and Azure Commercial?
Azure Government is a separate cloud environment for US government agencies and their partners, offering stricter compliance and data residency controls. Azure Commercial is for general business use.
Can this license be used for non-government workloads?
This specific license is designated for US Government entities and workloads that require Azure Government's compliance standards. It is not intended for general commercial use.
What does 'RI VM STANDARD_B4MS' mean?
RI stands for Reserved Instance, indicating a commitment for a specific term (1 year in this case) for cost savings. VM is Virtual Machine. STANDARD_B4MS specifies the virtual machine size with 4 vCPUs and 16 GB of RAM.
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.