Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_DS15_V2 US DOD CENTRAL-1Y/MO
This Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_DS15_V2 subscription provides access to a powerful virtual machine instance for US DOD Central environments, ensuring compliance and operational continuity for one year.
- License Term: Annual subscription for continuous access to a dedicated virtual machine instance.
- Platform: Specifically designed for US DOD Central environments, meeting stringent security and compliance requirements.
- Capacity: Enables deployment of demanding workloads with the STANDARD_DS15_V2 VM size, offering significant compute and memory resources.
- Value: Ensures licensing compliance and provides access to Microsoft's robust cloud infrastructure for critical business applications.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This product is an annual subscription license for a Microsoft Azure Virtual Machine (VM) instance, specifically the STANDARD_DS15_V2 size, designated for US DOD Central environments. It grants the right to use the specified VM configuration for the duration of the subscription, ensuring access to Microsoft's cloud computing resources under specific regulatory and operational parameters.
This licensing is ideal for businesses operating within or supporting US Department of Defense Central regions that require compliant and performant virtualized infrastructure. It fits into an organization's IT strategy by providing a pre-defined, compliant compute resource for applications, data processing, or development environments without the need for on-premises hardware procurement and management.
- Compliant Infrastructure: Meets the specific requirements for US DOD Central environments, facilitating regulatory adherence.
- Scalable Performance: The DS15_V2 VM size offers a balance of CPU, memory, and storage for demanding workloads.
- Annual Subscription: Provides predictable costs and continuous access to the licensed VM resource for a full year.
- Microsoft Azure Platform: Leverages the global reach, security, and reliability of Microsoft's cloud services.
- Simplified Licensing: Offers a straightforward way to license and deploy a specific VM configuration for critical operations.
This annual subscription is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing compliant, high-performance Azure VM capacity for US DOD Central operations.
What This Enables
Enable Compliant Application Hosting
Enable teams to deploy and run business-critical applications within a Microsoft Azure environment that adheres to US DOD Central security and compliance mandates. This ensures that sensitive data and operations are hosted on a platform designed for government-specific requirements.
cloud-native deployments, regulated workloads, secure data processing, government contracting
Streamline Development and Testing
Streamline development and testing processes by providing a pre-licensed, compliant virtual machine environment for projects targeting US DOD Central infrastructure. This accelerates project timelines and reduces the risk of compliance issues during development.
devops workflows, secure development pipelines, cloud testing environments, project-based deployments
Automate Data Processing Workloads
Automate data processing and analytics workloads that require a secure and compliant compute instance within the US DOD Central region. This ensures that data-intensive tasks can be performed efficiently and in accordance with strict regulatory standards.
batch processing, data analytics platforms, business intelligence tools, secure data warehousing
Key Features
STANDARD_DS15_V2 VM Size
Provides substantial CPU, memory, and storage resources suitable for demanding enterprise applications and workloads.
US DOD Central Environment Designation
Ensures the VM instance meets the specific security, compliance, and operational requirements for US Department of Defense Central regions.
1-Year Subscription Term
Offers predictable budgeting and continuous access to the licensed virtual machine for a full year, avoiding service interruptions.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Leverages the global scale, advanced security features, and reliability of Microsoft's cloud infrastructure for your business operations.
Platform Licensing
Simplifies the acquisition and management of virtual machine resources, ensuring compliance and immediate availability.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This license is specifically designed for US DOD Central environments, making it directly applicable to government agencies and contractors requiring compliant cloud infrastructure for their operations.
Defense & Aerospace
Companies within the defense and aerospace sectors often work with government entities and must adhere to strict compliance standards, making this US DOD Central-specific VM license a critical component for their IT infrastructure.
Cloud & IT Services
Organizations providing IT services or cloud solutions to government clients or operating within regulated sectors can utilize this license to offer compliant virtual machine capacity as part of their service offerings.
Finance & Insurance
While not exclusively government-focused, financial institutions and insurance companies handling sensitive data may require highly secure and compliant environments, and this license can support such needs if operating within or connecting to US DOD Central infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Microsoft RI VM?
RI VM stands for Reservation Instance Virtual Machine. This type of license typically signifies a commitment to use a specific VM size and configuration for a defined period, often at a reduced cost compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. This specific offering is for a STANDARD_DS15_V2 VM in a US DOD Central environment for one year.
What does 'US DOD CENTRAL' mean for this license?
This designation indicates that the virtual machine is intended for deployment within Microsoft Azure's US DOD Central region, which adheres to specific security controls and compliance standards required by the U.S. Department of Defense. It ensures the environment meets stringent government requirements.
Can this license be used for any Azure region?
No, this license is specifically tied to the US DOD Central Azure region. Using it in other Azure regions may not be compliant with the terms of the license or the intended operational requirements.
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.