
Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_H16 US GOV AZ-1Y/MO
This Microsoft Azure Government license provides access to STANDARD_H16 virtual machines for one year, ensuring compliant and secure cloud infrastructure for US government entities.
- License Term: Annual subscription for continuous access to Azure Government resources.
- Platform: Specifically designed for US Government cloud environments, meeting strict compliance requirements.
- VM Type: Grants access to STANDARD_H16 virtual machine instances, offering a balance of compute and memory.
- Value: Enables secure, compliant, and scalable deployment of critical business applications within a government-approved cloud.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a one-year subscription license for Microsoft Azure Government virtual machines, specifically the STANDARD_H16 instance type. It provides access to cloud computing resources tailored for US government agencies and their partners, ensuring adherence to stringent data residency and security mandates.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in government-facing organizations utilize this license to deploy and manage essential business applications, databases, and development environments. It fits within their existing Azure Government tenant, enabling them to scale operations and maintain compliance without managing physical hardware.
- Azure Government Access: Enables use of Microsoft's secure cloud platform designed for US government data.
- STANDARD_H16 Instance: Provides access to virtual machines with specific compute and memory configurations.
- Annual Subscription: Offers predictable costs and continuous access for a full year.
- Compliance Focused: Designed to meet the regulatory and security requirements of US government entities.
- Scalable Infrastructure: Allows businesses to easily scale their IT resources up or down as needed.
This license is the right choice for government-focused businesses needing compliant and secure Azure Government virtual machine capacity for their operations.
What This Enables
Deploy Compliant Government Applications
Enable teams to deploy and run applications that require adherence to US government data handling and security standards. This ensures operational continuity and regulatory compliance for sensitive workloads.
cloud deployment, government contracting, secure data handling, mission-critical systems
Maintain Secure Cloud Infrastructure
Streamline the management of secure virtual machine instances within the Azure Government cloud. This provides a controlled environment for sensitive data and applications, reducing security risks.
cloud infrastructure management, security posture, data governance, regulatory environments
Ensure Annual Licensing Compliance
Automate the renewal process for essential Azure Government VM access, preventing service disruptions and licensing lapses. This guarantees continuous access to necessary computing resources for a full year.
subscription management, IT asset tracking, budget planning, operational stability
Key Features
Azure Government Environment
Provides access to a cloud platform specifically designed to meet the stringent compliance and security requirements of US federal, state, and local governments.
STANDARD_H16 VM Instance
Offers a balanced configuration of CPU and memory, suitable for a wide range of business applications and workloads within the government cloud.
Annual Subscription Term
Ensures predictable costs and uninterrupted service for a full year, simplifying IT budget management and operational planning.
Microsoft Compliance Certifications
Leverages Microsoft's adherence to numerous government compliance standards, reducing the burden on your organization to achieve and maintain certifications.
Secure Data Handling Capabilities
Facilitates the secure storage and processing of sensitive government data, helping organizations meet data residency and privacy regulations.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This license is specifically designed for the Azure Government cloud, which adheres to stringent US federal, state, and local government compliance standards like FedRAMP and ITAR.
Defense & National Security
Organizations in this sector require highly secure and compliant cloud environments, which Azure Government provides, ensuring data protection and adherence to regulations like ITAR.
Intelligence & Law Enforcement
These agencies handle sensitive data and require secure, reliable cloud infrastructure that meets rigorous government security protocols and data sovereignty requirements.
Aerospace & Defense
Companies in this industry often work with government contracts and must comply with specific security and data handling regulations, making Azure Government a suitable platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Azure Government?
Microsoft Azure Government is a cloud platform specifically designed for US government agencies and their partners. It offers services that meet strict compliance and security requirements, including data residency and access controls.
What does the STANDARD_H16 instance type offer?
The STANDARD_H16 instance type provides a specific balance of virtual CPU cores and memory, making it suitable for a variety of general-purpose computing tasks and applications within the Azure Government environment.
Is this license transferable?
Software licenses, especially cloud subscriptions, are typically tied to the specific Azure Government tenant and subscription. Transferability is subject to Microsoft's licensing terms and conditions.
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.