Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_D16S_V3-USNORTHCENT-1Y
This 1-year subscription for Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_D16S_V3-USNORTHCENT-1Y provides access to powerful virtual machine resources for your business IT infrastructure.
- License Term: Annual subscription ensuring continuous access to Microsoft's virtual machine platform.
- Platform Access: Enables deployment and operation of virtual machines on Microsoft's Azure infrastructure.
- Capacity: Provides resources for the STANDARD_D16S_V3 virtual machine series, suitable for demanding workloads.
- Compliance: Ensures proper licensing for running Microsoft software and services within your virtualized environment.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This product is a 1-year subscription license for a Microsoft Azure Virtual Machine (VM) of the STANDARD_D16S_V3 series, located in the US North Central region. It grants the right to use specific Azure compute resources for the duration of the subscription, enabling businesses to run applications and services in a cloud-based virtualized environment.
This license is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies who require dedicated virtual machine capacity for their own business operations. It fits into an organization's cloud strategy, providing scalable compute power without the need for on-premises hardware investment.
- Annual Subscription: Provides a fixed term of 1 year for predictable budgeting and continuous service.
- Azure VM Resources: Grants access to the STANDARD_D16S_V3 VM series, offering a balance of CPU, memory, and storage.
- Regional Deployment: Specifically licensed for deployment within the US North Central Azure datacenter region.
- Microsoft Platform: Operates on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform, benefiting from its reliability and global reach.
- Software Licensing: Covers the licensing requirements for running Windows Server or other Microsoft software on the virtual machine.
This annual subscription is an ideal solution for SMB and mid-market organizations seeking reliable and licensed access to Microsoft Azure virtual machine resources.
What This Enables
Deploying Business-Critical Applications
Enable teams to run essential business applications, such as CRM, ERP, or custom-built software, on dedicated Azure virtual machines. This ensures consistent performance and availability for core business functions.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, virtualized server infrastructure, application hosting platforms
Hosting Development and Testing Environments
Streamline the development lifecycle by providing developers with licensed access to standardized virtual machine environments for coding, testing, and staging. This accelerates project timelines and reduces integration issues.
software development lifecycles, agile development workflows, CI/CD pipelines, application testing frameworks
Managing Data Processing Workloads
Automate and scale data processing tasks, analytics, or batch operations using the compute power of Azure VMs. This allows businesses to derive insights from their data more efficiently and meet processing demands.
big data analytics, business intelligence platforms, batch processing systems, data warehousing solutions
Key Features
STANDARD_D16S_V3 VM Series
Provides a balanced configuration of CPU, memory, and storage optimized for general-purpose workloads, ensuring your applications run efficiently.
1-Year Subscription Term
Offers predictable costs and continuous access to Azure resources for a full year, simplifying IT budget management.
US North Central Azure Region
Ensures your virtual machines are hosted in a specific geographic location, helping meet data residency and performance requirements.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Leverages a globally recognized, reliable, and scalable cloud infrastructure for your business IT needs.
Platform Licensing
Grants the legal right to use the specified Microsoft software and services within the Azure environment, ensuring compliance.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require secure and compliant platforms for sensitive data processing and customer-facing applications, making Azure VMs a suitable choice for meeting stringent regulatory demands like PCI DSS and SOX.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to strict data privacy regulations such as HIPAA, necessitating secure and reliable infrastructure for electronic health records and patient management systems.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers often deploy specialized software for operations management, supply chain, and IoT data processing, benefiting from the scalability and performance of Azure VMs to support these critical functions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service providers handle confidential client data and require secure, reliable systems for case management, document storage, and client communication, aligning with Azure's security and compliance features.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_D16S_V3-USNORTHCENT-1Y license?
This is a 1-year subscription license that grants your business the right to use a specific Microsoft Azure Virtual Machine (VM) configuration, the STANDARD_D16S_V3, located in the US North Central region. It ensures you are properly licensed for running this VM on Azure for your own business operations.
Who is this license intended for?
This license is for SMB and mid-market companies that use IT for their own operations. It is suitable for IT Managers or IT Professionals who need to deploy and manage virtual machines on Microsoft Azure for their company's applications and services.
What does 'RI' stand for in the product title?
'RI' typically stands for 'Reservation Instance' or 'Reserved Instance' in Microsoft Azure licensing. This often implies a commitment to use the resource for a specific term, like the 1-year duration indicated, in exchange for potentially better pricing compared to pay-as-you-go.
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.