Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_D8S_V3 US GOV TX-3Y/MO
This Microsoft Azure Government virtual machine subscription provides access to the STANDARD_D8S_V3 instance type for three years, ensuring compliant and reliable cloud infrastructure for US government entities.
- License Term: Three-year subscription commitment for uninterrupted service and predictable budgeting.
- Platform Access: Enables deployment and operation of virtual machines within the secure Azure Government cloud environment.
- Instance Type: Provides access to the STANDARD_D8S_V3 VM size, offering specific compute and memory resources.
- Compliance Focus: Tailored for US government requirements, ensuring adherence to relevant regulations and security standards.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This product is a three-year subscription license for a Microsoft Azure Government virtual machine, specifically the STANDARD_D8S_V3 instance type. It grants access to the Azure Government cloud, a dedicated environment designed to meet the stringent compliance and security needs of US federal, state, local, and tribal governments.
This subscription is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals within government agencies or organizations handling government data. It allows for the deployment of applications and workloads that require a secure, compliant cloud infrastructure, ensuring operational continuity and regulatory adherence without the overhead of managing physical hardware.
- Azure Government Access: Securely deploy and manage virtual machines within Microsoft's isolated cloud environment for government.
- STANDARD_D8S_V3 Instance: Utilizes a VM size optimized for a balance of compute and memory, suitable for various workloads.
- Three-Year Commitment: Locks in service for 36 months, providing cost predictability and avoiding frequent renewal cycles.
- Compliance Ready: Designed to meet the specific security and compliance mandates required by US government entities.
- Subscription Billing: Offers a predictable monthly billing model for easier financial planning and management.
This Azure Government VM subscription is the right choice for US government organizations needing a secure, compliant, and cost-effective cloud platform for their critical operations.
What This Enables
Deploy Compliant Government Workloads
Enable teams to deploy applications and services that require adherence to strict US government security and compliance regulations. Streamline the provisioning of secure cloud resources for sensitive data and operations.
government agencies, defense contractors, public sector IT, cloud deployments, secure environments
Ensure Regulatory Adherence
Automate compliance checks and reporting by utilizing a cloud platform specifically designed for government mandates. Maintain continuous regulatory adherence without manual oversight for infrastructure.
regulated workloads, compliance-focused IT, data sovereignty, secure cloud hosting
Optimize Cloud Infrastructure Costs
Streamline budgeting and resource allocation with a predictable three-year subscription for Azure Government VMs. Reduce the capital expenditure and operational overhead associated with on-premises government data centers.
budget-conscious IT, predictable spending, cloud migration, operational efficiency
Key Features
Azure Government Cloud Environment
Provides a dedicated and isolated cloud infrastructure designed to meet the stringent security and compliance requirements of US government entities.
STANDARD_D8S_V3 VM Instance
Offers a balanced configuration of CPU and memory, suitable for a wide range of government applications and workloads.
Three-Year Subscription Term
Ensures service continuity and predictable costs over an extended period, simplifying long-term IT planning and budgeting.
Subscription Billing Model
Allows for operational expenditure (OpEx) rather than capital expenditure (CapEx), making cloud resource acquisition more manageable for government budgets.
Microsoft Compliance Certifications
Leverages Microsoft's extensive compliance certifications and attestations relevant to government data handling and security.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service is specifically designed for US government entities, offering the necessary compliance and security features required for handling sensitive government data and operations.
Defense & National Security
Organizations within the defense sector require highly secure and compliant cloud environments to manage classified or sensitive information, which Azure Government provides.
Intelligence & Law Enforcement
Agencies involved in intelligence gathering and law enforcement need secure platforms for data analysis and operational support that meet strict government data handling policies.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
While not exclusively government, many healthcare and life sciences organizations handle data subject to regulations like HIPAA, and Azure Government can provide a compliant environment for such workloads.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azure Government?
Azure Government is a cloud environment specifically for eligible US government agencies, contractors, and partners. It provides access to Azure services that are physically isolated within the United States and compliant with US government regulations.
Who is eligible to use Azure Government?
Eligibility is restricted to US federal, state, local, and tribal government entities, as well as their authorized partners and contractors who handle data subject to specific government regulations.
What does the STANDARD_D8S_V3 instance type offer?
The STANDARD_D8S_V3 is a general-purpose virtual machine size in Azure that offers a balance of compute and memory resources, suitable for many common workloads like web servers, small to medium databases, and development/test environments.
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.