Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_E16-8S_V3-USNORTHCENT-3Y
This 3-year subscription provides access to Microsoft's STANDARD_E16-8S_V3 virtual machine resources in the US North Central region, enabling enhanced computing capabilities for your business.
- License Term: A 3-year commitment ensures predictable costs and continuous access to the specified virtual machine resources.
- Platform Access: Unlocks the full capabilities of the STANDARD_E16-8S_V3 Azure VM, offering significant processing power and memory.
- Geographic Focus: Specifically deployed within the US North Central region for optimized performance and data residency.
- Billing Model: Subscription-based billing provides a clear and manageable operational expense for your IT infrastructure.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This product is a 3-year subscription license for a Microsoft Azure STANDARD_E16-8S_V3 virtual machine, located in the US North Central region. It grants access to a specific configuration of compute resources, including a set number of virtual CPUs and memory, designed for demanding workloads.
This license is intended for businesses that require dedicated, high-performance virtual machine capacity for their internal operations. It is suitable for IT Managers or IT Professionals managing applications, databases, or development environments that need reliable and scalable computing power within their own network infrastructure.
- Resource Allocation: Provides a defined set of virtual CPUs and memory for consistent performance.
- Azure Platform: Operates on Microsoft's global Azure cloud infrastructure.
- Subscription Term: A 3-year term offers cost predictability and uninterrupted service.
- Regional Deployment: Optimized for the US North Central datacenter location.
- Compliance Ready: Supports adherence to data residency and operational standards.
This Microsoft Azure VM subscription is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations seeking enterprise-grade virtual computing without the overhead of managing physical hardware.
What This Enables
Enable High-Performance Application Hosting
Enable teams to deploy and run demanding business applications, such as ERP systems or large databases, on a dedicated virtual machine. This ensures consistent performance and availability for critical internal operations.
cloud-hosted applications, dedicated virtual environments, business-critical workloads, internal IT operations
Streamline Development and Testing Environments
Streamline the setup and management of development and testing environments for your internal software projects. This provides developers with the necessary compute resources to build and test applications efficiently.
software development lifecycle, internal testing frameworks, agile development teams, IT project management
Automate Data Processing and Analytics
Automate complex data processing tasks and run analytics workloads on a powerful virtual machine. This allows your organization to derive insights from its data more effectively and efficiently.
data warehousing, business intelligence, batch processing, internal analytics platforms
Key Features
STANDARD_E16-8S_V3 VM Instance
Provides a powerful combination of vCPUs and memory optimized for general-purpose workloads, ensuring smooth operation of your business applications.
3-Year Subscription Term
Offers predictable budgeting and uninterrupted access to computing resources for an extended period, reducing the need for frequent renewals.
US North Central Azure Region
Ensures data residency and potentially lower latency for users and systems located within or near this geographic area.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Leverages a globally recognized, secure, and scalable cloud infrastructure for reliable hosting of your business IT.
Subscription Billing
Converts capital expenditure to operational expenditure, simplifying IT budget management for your organization.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust, secure, and compliant platforms for managing sensitive data and high-volume transactions, making dedicated VM resources essential for operational integrity.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to strict data privacy regulations like HIPAA, necessitating secure and reliable infrastructure for patient records and critical medical applications.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers often run complex ERP, MES, and IoT platforms that demand consistent performance and uptime for production management and supply chain operations.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle confidential client data and require secure, high-performance systems for case management, document processing, and client communication.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the STANDARD_E16-8S_V3 VM configuration?
The STANDARD_E16-8S_V3 VM series is designed for general-purpose workloads and offers a balance of compute and memory. Specific core and RAM counts are defined by Microsoft's Azure VM specifications for this series.
What does the 3-year term entail?
A 3-year term signifies a commitment to using this specific VM configuration for three years, typically offering cost savings compared to shorter terms and ensuring continuous availability of the resource.
Can this license be used by an MSP?
This license is intended for businesses that use IT for their own operations. It is not designed for resellers or service providers who offer IT services to other companies.
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.