Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_E8_V3 US GOV IA-3Y/MO
This Microsoft Azure Government virtual machine subscription provides access to the STANDARD_E8_V3 instance for three years, ensuring compliant and efficient operations for US government entities.
- License Term: Three-year subscription commitment for uninterrupted service and predictable budgeting.
- Platform: Azure Government cloud environment, designed to meet stringent US government compliance and security requirements.
- Instance Type: STANDARD_E8_V3 provides a balance of compute and memory for general-purpose workloads.
- Value: Ensures compliance, access to essential cloud capabilities, and continued operation of critical business applications.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a platform software license for Microsoft Azure Government, specifically for the STANDARD_E8_V3 virtual machine instance, on an annual subscription basis for three years. It grants access to a secure, compliant cloud computing environment tailored for US government agencies and their partners.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in US government organizations utilize this license to deploy and manage virtual machines that host essential business applications and data. It fits within their existing Azure Government infrastructure, providing a predictable cost model for critical cloud resources.
- Secure Cloud Environment: Access to Azure Government, a dedicated cloud for US federal, state, local, and tribal governments.
- Compliance Ready: Built to meet stringent US government security and compliance standards.
- Standard E8 v3 Instance: Provides 8 vCPUs and 64 GiB of RAM, suitable for a wide range of general-purpose workloads.
- Predictable Cost: A three-year subscription locks in pricing and simplifies budgeting for essential cloud infrastructure.
- Operational Continuity: Ensures reliable access to computing resources for critical government applications and services.
This Azure Government VM subscription is the ideal choice for US government entities needing compliant, secure, and cost-effective cloud computing resources.
What This Enables
Enable Compliant Application Hosting
Enable teams to deploy and run business-critical applications within a secure, government-approved cloud environment. This ensures adherence to data residency and security regulations required for government operations.
government agencies, defense contractors, cloud deployments, compliance-focused IT
Streamline Resource Provisioning
Streamline the process of acquiring and managing virtual machine resources for specific projects or departments. The subscription model simplifies procurement and ensures availability of the STANDARD_E8_V3 instance for three years.
project-based deployments, departmental IT needs, predictable resource allocation, cloud infrastructure management
Automate Security and Compliance Checks
Automate adherence to stringent security protocols and compliance frameworks inherent to the Azure Government platform. This reduces manual effort and minimizes the risk of security breaches or compliance violations.
regulated environments, secure data handling, risk mitigation, IT operations management
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_E8_V3 Instance
Offers a balanced configuration of 8 vCPUs and 64 GiB of RAM, suitable for a wide range of general-purpose workloads and applications.
3-Year Subscription Term
Secures predictable pricing and ensures continuous access to the VM instance for an extended period, simplifying budgeting and planning.
Microsoft Compliance Certifications
Meets numerous government compliance standards, reducing the burden on your organization to achieve and maintain regulatory adherence.
Scalable Cloud Resources
Allows organizations to scale their computing resources as needed within the Azure Government environment, adapting to changing operational demands.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service is specifically designed for US government entities and their partners, offering the necessary compliance and security certifications required for handling sensitive government data and operations.
Defense & National Security
Provides a secure and compliant platform that meets the rigorous security standards and data handling requirements for defense-related applications and sensitive national security information.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Supports healthcare organizations that must comply with HIPAA and other stringent regulations for patient data, offering a secure cloud environment for critical health IT systems.
Finance & Insurance
Enables financial institutions to leverage cloud computing while adhering to strict regulatory compliance and data security mandates, ensuring the protection of sensitive financial information.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Azure Government cloud?
Azure Government is a separate cloud environment for US government agencies, contractors, and partners. It is designed to meet stringent security and compliance requirements, including FedRAMP High and DoD impact levels.
What does STANDARD_E8_V3 mean?
This refers to a specific virtual machine size within Azure. The STANDARD_E8_V3 instance provides 8 virtual CPUs (vCPUs) and 64 GiB of RAM, optimized for general-purpose computing tasks.
Why choose a 3-year subscription?
A 3-year subscription offers predictable costs and ensures uninterrupted service for your critical applications over a longer term. It can also provide cost savings compared to month-to-month billing.
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.