Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_DS11-1_V2 US GOV VA-1Y/MO
This Microsoft license provides access to the STANDARD_DS11-1_V2 US GOV VA virtual machine configuration for a one-year term, ensuring your government-related workloads meet specific compliance and performance needs.
- License Term: Annual subscription providing continuous access to the specified virtual machine resources.
- Platform: Enables deployment on Microsoft's Azure Government cloud infrastructure, designed for US government entities.
- Configuration: Grants use of the STANDARD_DS11-1_V2 VM size, offering a balance of compute and memory for demanding applications.
- Compliance: Facilitates adherence to US government data residency and security requirements within the Azure Government environment.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a one-year subscription license for a Microsoft Azure Government virtual machine, specifically the STANDARD_DS11-1_V2 configuration located in a US Government Virginia region. It grants the right to use this particular VM size and type within the Azure Government cloud environment for the duration of the subscription.
This license is designed for US government agencies or organizations handling government data that require a secure, compliant cloud environment. It is suitable for IT Managers or IT Professionals managing cloud infrastructure for their organization, ensuring that their virtual machine deployments meet regulatory standards and operational needs.
- Azure Government Access: Enables deployment within Microsoft's dedicated cloud for US government entities.
- Specific VM Size: Provides rights to use the STANDARD_DS11-1_V2 instance, offering defined vCPUs and RAM.
- Annual Subscription: A predictable one-year term for budgeting and resource planning.
- US Gov VA Region: Ensures data residency and compliance within a US Government-approved Virginia data center.
- Microsoft Licensing: Facilitates compliance with Microsoft's terms for cloud service usage.
This annual license is ideal for government-focused organizations needing a compliant and performant Azure Government VM solution without the overhead of managing physical hardware.
What This Enables
Deploy Compliant Government Workloads
Enable teams to deploy and run applications and services within the secure Azure Government cloud. This ensures adherence to US federal, state, and local government data handling and security mandates.
government agencies, defense contractors, public sector IT, secure cloud environments, data residency compliance
Access Specific VM Performance Tiers
Streamline the provisioning of virtual machines with defined compute and memory resources suitable for specific application demands. This allows for predictable performance for critical government-facing applications.
application hosting, database servers, virtual desktops, performance-sensitive workloads, cloud resource management
Maintain Annual Cloud Subscription Compliance
Automate the renewal and management of cloud VM licenses for a one-year term. This simplifies budgeting and ensures continuous access to essential cloud computing resources without interruption.
annual budgeting, IT resource planning, subscription management, cloud cost control, operational continuity
Key Features
Azure Government Cloud
Provides a dedicated, isolated cloud environment designed to meet the stringent security and compliance requirements of US government entities.
STANDARD_DS11-1_V2 VM Size
Offers a specific balance of compute and memory resources, suitable for a range of demanding applications and workloads.
1-Year Subscription Term
Ensures predictable costs and continuous access to the licensed virtual machine resources for a full year, simplifying IT budget management.
US Gov VA Region Deployment
Guarantees data residency within the United States, specifically in Virginia, meeting critical data sovereignty and compliance mandates for government data.
Microsoft Licensing Compliance
Facilitates adherence to Microsoft's licensing terms for cloud services, avoiding potential audit issues and ensuring legitimate use of the platform.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
Azure Government is specifically designed to meet the rigorous compliance and security demands of US federal, state, and local government entities, making this license a direct fit for their cloud infrastructure needs.
Defense & National Security
This sector requires highly secure and compliant cloud environments that adhere to specific regulations like ITAR and DoD standards, which Azure Government provides, ensuring sensitive data is protected and properly managed.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Organizations in this sector often handle sensitive patient data (PHI) and must comply with HIPAA regulations. Azure Government offers the necessary security controls and compliance certifications to host such workloads.
Finance & Insurance
While not exclusively government, many financial institutions handle data that falls under strict regulatory oversight. Azure Government can provide an enhanced security posture and compliance framework for specific financial services workloads.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Azure Government cloud?
Azure Government is a separate instance of Microsoft Azure services designed for US government agencies and their partners. It meets strict security and compliance requirements, including FedRAMP, ITAR, and DoD standards.
What does STANDARD_DS11-1_V2 mean?
This refers to a specific virtual machine size within Azure. DSv2-series VMs are general-purpose compute instances that offer a balance of compute, memory, and networking resources, suitable for many enterprise applications.
Is this license transferable?
Microsoft cloud licenses are typically tied to the Azure subscription and tenant. Transferability is subject to Microsoft's specific terms and conditions for Azure Government services.
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.