Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_D4_V3 US DOD CENTRAL-3Y/MO
This Microsoft license provides access to virtual machine resources within the US DOD CENTRAL region, ensuring compliance and operational continuity for your business applications over a three-year term.
- License Term: Three-year subscription commitment for predictable budgeting and sustained access.
- Platform Access: Enables deployment and operation of virtual machines on Microsoft Azure infrastructure.
- Region Specific: Tailored for US DOD CENTRAL, meeting specific data residency and security requirements.
- Compliance Assurance: Supports adherence to regulatory and data handling mandates for sensitive environments.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a Microsoft Azure Reserved Instance (RI) platform software license subscription for a Standard D4 v3 virtual machine series, specifically configured for the US DOD CENTRAL region, with a commitment term of three years. It grants the right to use and deploy specific virtual machine configurations, unlocking the full capabilities of the Azure platform for your business workloads within this secure and compliant environment.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize these licenses to deploy critical business applications, databases, and development environments on Azure. This subscription ensures consistent performance, predictable costs, and compliance with data sovereignty requirements, integrating seamlessly into existing IT infrastructure and operational workflows.
- Cost Savings: Reserved Instances offer significant discounts compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for long-term commitments.
- Performance Assurance: Guarantees capacity for your chosen VM size and region, ensuring consistent performance.
- Compliance Ready: Designed to meet the stringent requirements of US Department of Defense environments.
- Simplified Management: Integrates with Azure management tools for streamlined deployment and oversight.
- Predictable Billing: Subscription model provides clear, predictable monthly billing for budgeting accuracy.
Secure your organization's critical infrastructure with predictable costs and guaranteed performance through this Microsoft Azure Reserved Instance license.
What This Enables
Deploying Mission-Critical Business Applications
Enable teams to deploy essential business applications, such as ERP systems or customer databases, on a dedicated Azure virtual machine. Streamline operations by ensuring consistent performance and availability required for uninterrupted business functions.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, existing on-premises infrastructure modernization
Ensuring Regulatory Compliance in DOD Environments
Organizations deploying workloads that require adherence to US Department of Defense data handling and security standards can utilize this license. Protection against non-compliance penalties by operating within a certified Azure region and configuration.
government contracting, defense industry operations, secure data processing environments
Optimizing Cloud Spend with Reserved Instances
Businesses migrating or expanding their cloud footprint can achieve significant cost savings through a three-year commitment. Automate budget predictability by locking in lower rates for essential virtual machine capacity.
long-term cloud strategy, cost-conscious IT budgeting, predictable workload scaling
Key Features
Standard D4 v3 VM Series
Provides a balanced configuration of vCPUs, memory, and storage suitable for a wide range of business applications.
US DOD CENTRAL Region
Ensures data residency and compliance with stringent security and regulatory requirements for US Department of Defense related operations.
3-Year Commitment
Offers substantial cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing and guarantees resource availability for the duration.
Reserved Instance (RI)
Locks in capacity and provides predictable monthly billing, simplifying financial planning for cloud infrastructure.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Enables access to a global, secure, and scalable cloud infrastructure for deploying and managing business-critical workloads.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This license is specifically designed for environments requiring US DOD CENTRAL region compliance, making it a direct fit for government agencies and contractors operating within these parameters.
Defense & National Security
Organizations in the defense sector often have strict data residency, security, and operational requirements that align with the US DOD CENTRAL region's specifications.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high levels of security and compliance for sensitive data, and Azure's US DOD CENTRAL region can meet these stringent demands for specific workloads.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
While not exclusively for healthcare, organizations in this sector often handle sensitive patient data and may require specific compliance certifications and data handling protocols that Azure's secure regions can support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Microsoft Reserved Instance (RI)?
A Reserved Instance is a pricing model where you commit to using a specific amount of compute capacity (like a VM series in a particular region) for a one-year or three-year term. In return, you receive a significant discount compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
Who is the target customer for this license?
This license is for businesses, specifically SMB and mid-market companies, that use IT for their own operations and require virtual machine resources on Microsoft Azure, particularly those needing to meet US DOD CENTRAL region requirements.
What does 'STANDARD_D4_V3' refer to?
This refers to a specific series and size of virtual machine offered on Microsoft Azure. The D-series is generally optimized for memory-intensive workloads, and v3 indicates a generation of that series with performance improvements.
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.