Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_DS2_V2 US DOD EAST-3Y/MO
This Microsoft license provides access to a STANDARD_DS2_V2 virtual machine instance within the US DOD EAST region for a three-year term, ensuring compliant and operational cloud infrastructure.
- License Term: Three-year subscription for predictable budgeting and uninterrupted service.
- Platform Access: Enables deployment of a STANDARD_DS2_V2 virtual machine instance.
- Region Specific: Tailored for the US DOD EAST environment, meeting specific compliance needs.
- Compliance Assurance: Supports adherence to US Department of Defense and federal regulations for cloud deployments.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a Microsoft platform software license subscription for a STANDARD_DS2_V2 virtual machine instance, specifically designated for the US DOD EAST region with a three-year term. It grants the necessary entitlements to operate this specific VM configuration within a compliant government cloud environment.
Businesses operating within or serving the US Department of Defense, requiring secure and compliant cloud infrastructure, will utilize this license. It fits into environments needing dedicated virtual machine capacity that meets stringent federal data handling and security standards, ensuring operational continuity and regulatory alignment.
- US DOD EAST Compliance: Specifically licensed for deployment within the US DOD EAST Azure region, meeting strict security and regulatory requirements.
- STANDARD_DS2_V2 Instance: Grants rights to deploy and operate a virtual machine with the DS2_V2 size, offering a balance of compute and memory resources.
- Three-Year Subscription: Provides a long-term licensing commitment, simplifying procurement and ensuring cost predictability.
- Platform Entitlement: Covers the software licensing aspect for running the virtual machine, enabling its full functionality.
- Operational Continuity: Ensures that your critical applications and data hosted on this VM remain compliant and accessible.
This Microsoft license is ideal for government contractors and agencies needing a compliant, long-term virtual machine solution within the US DOD EAST region.
What This Enables
Enable Compliant US DOD Cloud Deployments
Enable teams to deploy and operate virtual machines within the US DOD EAST Azure region, meeting strict federal and DoD compliance standards. Streamline the acquisition of necessary software entitlements for secure government cloud environments.
government contracting, defense operations, federal agency IT, secure cloud hosting
Ensure Long-Term Operational Continuity
Streamline budgeting and ensure uninterrupted access to critical virtual machine resources with a predictable three-year subscription term. Automate the licensing process for standardized VM deployments, reducing manual overhead.
long-term project hosting, predictable IT budgeting, standardized VM deployments, mission-critical applications
Access Specific VM Performance Tiers
Enable teams to provision and utilize the STANDARD_DS2_V2 virtual machine size, offering a defined balance of compute and memory for specific application needs. Automate the entitlement process for this performance tier.
application hosting, development and testing environments, specific workload requirements, performance-based resource allocation
Key Features
Three-Year Subscription Term
Provides cost predictability and locks in pricing for long-term cloud deployments, simplifying financial planning.
US DOD EAST Region Specific
Ensures compliance with specific data residency and security requirements mandated for U.S. Department of Defense environments.
STANDARD_DS2_V2 Instance Type
Grants access to a virtual machine size optimized for a balance of compute and memory, suitable for a wide range of business applications.
Microsoft Platform Licensing
Covers the software entitlement required to operate the virtual machine, ensuring legal and compliant usage.
Azure Government Cloud Access
Facilitates deployment within a secure, isolated cloud environment designed for U.S. government workloads.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This license is specifically designed for deployment within the US DOD EAST Azure region, directly addressing the stringent compliance and security requirements of U.S. federal and defense agencies.
Defense & Aerospace
Organizations in this sector often handle sensitive data and require cloud solutions that meet specific government mandates and security protocols, making this US DOD EAST-specific license a critical component.
Government Contracting
Contractors supporting government entities must operate within compliant cloud environments, and this license ensures they meet the necessary Azure region and security standards for their hosted applications and data.
IT & Cloud Services
While Zent does not sell to other service providers, organizations that *use* IT services for their own operations, such as government IT departments or large enterprise IT teams supporting government contracts, would utilize this license for their internal cloud infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'RI VM STANDARD_DS2_V2 US DOD EAST-3Y/MO' mean?
This refers to a Reserved Instance (RI) for a Virtual Machine (VM) of the STANDARD_DS2_V2 size, specifically for the US Department of Defense East region, licensed on a three-year subscription basis.
Who is the intended buyer for this license?
This license is intended for U.S. federal government agencies, Department of Defense entities, and their authorized contractors who require compliant cloud infrastructure within the US DOD EAST Azure environment.
Does this license include the underlying Azure infrastructure costs?
No, this license covers the software entitlement for the virtual machine instance itself. The underlying Azure compute, storage, and networking costs are billed separately by Microsoft Azure.
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.