Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_DS14-4_V2-USNORTHCENT-1Y/MO
This Microsoft Azure subscription provides access to a STANDARD_DS14-4_V2 virtual machine in the US North Central region for one year, ensuring your business applications have the necessary compute resources.
- License Term: Annual subscription providing continuous access to the specified virtual machine resources.
- Platform Access: Enables deployment and operation of workloads on Microsoft Azure's robust infrastructure.
- Capacity: Grants use of a DS14-4_V2 instance, offering significant CPU and memory for demanding applications.
- Compliance: Facilitates adherence to software licensing requirements for cloud-based deployments.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This product is an annual subscription license for a Microsoft Azure virtual machine, specifically the STANDARD_DS14-4_V2 instance located in the US North Central region. It grants your organization the right to utilize this powerful compute resource for your business operations for a period of one year.
This license is designed for SMB and mid-market companies that require dedicated virtual machine capacity for their internal IT systems, applications, or development environments. It fits into your cloud infrastructure strategy, providing a predictable cost for essential computing power without the need for on-premises hardware management.
- Virtual Machine Instance: Access to a DS14-4_V2 virtual machine with 14 vCPUs and 56 GB RAM.
- Azure Region: Deployed in the US North Central region for optimal performance and data residency.
- Subscription Term: One-year commitment for continuous service and resource availability.
- Microsoft Licensing: Ensures compliance with Microsoft's terms for using Azure compute resources.
- Scalable Infrastructure: Provides a foundation for running business-critical applications and services.
This annual Azure VM subscription is ideal for businesses needing reliable, high-performance cloud compute without the complexities of enterprise-level procurement.
What This Enables
Deploying Business-Critical Applications
Enable teams to host and run core business applications, such as ERP systems or customer databases, on dedicated cloud infrastructure. Streamline operations by ensuring consistent performance and availability for essential software.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, virtualized workloads, application hosting
Supporting Development and Testing Environments
Allow development teams to provision powerful virtual machines for building, testing, and staging new software releases. Automate the creation and teardown of environments to accelerate development cycles and reduce time to market.
agile development workflows, CI/CD pipelines, software testing frameworks, cloud development platforms
Processing Large Datasets
Organizations running data analytics, machine learning, or complex simulations can utilize this VM's substantial CPU and memory. Streamline data processing tasks by having immediate access to high-performance computing resources.
big data analytics, scientific computing, AI/ML model training, batch processing workloads
Key Features
DS14-4_V2 Instance Type
Provides substantial CPU and memory resources to handle demanding workloads and ensure application responsiveness.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Leverages a globally recognized, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure for your business operations.
Annual Subscription
Offers predictable costs and continuous access to compute resources for a full year, simplifying budgeting.
US North Central Region
Ensures data locality and potentially lower latency for users and systems within this geographic area.
Microsoft Licensing Compliance
Guarantees adherence to Microsoft's licensing terms for cloud services, avoiding potential penalties.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require robust computing power for transaction processing, risk analysis, and regulatory compliance, making high-performance VMs essential for their operations.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers often use specialized software for design, simulation, and operational management that demands significant computational resources, benefiting from dedicated VM capacity.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations handle sensitive patient data and complex research, requiring secure, compliant, and powerful computing environments for applications and data analysis.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service providers utilize resource-intensive applications for case management, document analysis, and client services, benefiting from dedicated VM performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_DS14-4_V2-USNORTHCENT-1Y/MO?
This is an annual subscription license for a specific type of virtual machine (VM) hosted on Microsoft Azure. It provides a STANDARD_DS14-4_V2 instance in the US North Central region for one year, offering significant computing power for business applications.
Who is this subscription intended for?
This subscription is designed for small to mid-sized businesses and enterprise organizations that use IT for their own operations. It is suitable for IT managers or business owners needing dedicated cloud compute resources for applications, development, or data processing.
What are the benefits of using a cloud VM subscription like this?
Benefits include avoiding large upfront hardware costs, gaining access to powerful and scalable computing resources, ensuring compliance with software licensing, and benefiting from the reliability and security of the Microsoft Azure platform.
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.