Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_E8S_V3 US GOV AZ-1Y/MO
This Microsoft Azure government cloud virtual machine license provides annual access to the STANDARD_E8S_V3 instance, ensuring compliance and operational continuity for your business.
- Compliance Assurance: Meets stringent US government cloud security and compliance standards for sensitive data.
- Optimized Performance: STANDARD_E8S_V3 instance offers a balance of compute and memory for demanding workloads.
- Annual Subscription: Predictable yearly billing for consistent budgeting and uninterrupted service.
- Government Cloud Access: Dedicated environment designed for US government agencies and their partners.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is an annual subscription license for a Microsoft Azure government cloud virtual machine, specifically the STANDARD_E8S_V3 instance. It unlocks access to a powerful computing environment designed to meet the rigorous security and compliance requirements of US government entities and organizations handling sensitive data.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in mid-market companies and enterprises utilize this license to deploy critical applications, host secure databases, or run specialized workloads within a government-approved cloud infrastructure. It ensures that their IT operations align with regulatory mandates and maintain a high level of performance and availability.
- Dedicated Government Environment: Operates within Azure's secure government cloud, adhering to strict compliance frameworks.
- STANDARD_E8S_V3 Instance: Provides specific compute and memory resources optimized for general-purpose workloads.
- Annual Billing Cycle: Facilitates predictable financial planning with a 12-month subscription term.
- Microsoft Azure Platform: Access to the robust features and global infrastructure of Microsoft Azure.
- License Compliance: Ensures legal and compliant use of Microsoft Azure services for government-specific needs.
This annual license is the ideal choice for mid-market and enterprise organizations needing a compliant and performant Azure environment for their US government-related operations.
What This Enables
Enable Secure Government Workloads
Enable teams to deploy and run critical applications and sensitive data within a certified US government cloud environment. This ensures adherence to strict security protocols and regulatory mandates required for government contracts or operations.
cloud deployment, secure data hosting, regulatory compliance, government contracting
Streamline Compliance Management
Streamline the process of maintaining compliance with government regulations like FedRAMP. This license provides access to a pre-certified infrastructure, reducing the burden on IT teams to validate and secure their cloud environment.
compliance auditing, risk mitigation, IT governance, secure infrastructure
Automate Resource Provisioning
Automate the provisioning of compliant virtual machine resources for specific projects or departments. This allows for rapid deployment of necessary computing power without compromising security or compliance standards.
project deployment, resource management, IT automation, scalable infrastructure
Key Features
Azure Government Cloud
Operate within a physically isolated cloud environment designed to meet the stringent security and compliance requirements of US federal, state, and local governments.
STANDARD_E8S_V3 Instance Type
Access a virtual machine with a balanced ratio of vCPUs, memory, and storage, suitable for a wide range of general-purpose business applications and workloads.
Annual Subscription Term
Benefit from predictable annual billing, simplifying budget management and ensuring uninterrupted access to your Azure resources for a full year.
Microsoft Licensing
Ensure legal and compliant use of Microsoft Azure services, avoiding potential penalties and audit risks associated with unlicensed software.
US Gov Specific Compliance
Meet specific regulatory needs such as FedRAMP, ITAR, and DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG) by using a platform built for these standards.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This license is specifically designed for the Azure Government cloud, which adheres to stringent compliance standards like FedRAMP, making it essential for federal, state, and local government agencies handling sensitive data.
Defense & National Security
Organizations in this sector require highly secure and compliant cloud environments to handle classified or sensitive information, which Azure Government provides, meeting specific DoD SRG requirements.
Finance & Insurance
While not exclusively for government, financial institutions often handle sensitive PII and financial data that benefit from the enhanced security and compliance controls offered by Azure Government, especially when dealing with government-regulated entities.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers and life sciences companies must comply with regulations like HIPAA. Azure Government offers a compliant platform that can secure Protected Health Information (PHI) and support critical research and operational needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the STANDARD_E8S_V3 instance type?
The STANDARD_E8S_V3 is a general-purpose virtual machine series in Azure that offers a balance of compute, memory, and storage. It is suitable for a variety of common business workloads and applications.
What does 'US GOV' signify in this license?
US GOV indicates that this license is for the Microsoft Azure Government cloud, a separate instance of Azure designed to meet the strict security and compliance requirements of US government agencies and their partners.
What is the billing cycle for this license?
This license is billed on an annual (1-year) subscription basis, providing predictable costs for a full 12 months of service.
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.