Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_L4S US GOV VA-1Y/MO
This Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_L4S US GOV VA license provides essential platform capabilities for your organization's virtual machines over a one-year term.
- License Term: Annual subscription for continuous access to Microsoft platform features.
- Platform Coverage: Enables specific virtual machine configurations within the Azure Government cloud.
- Compliance Focus: Designed for U.S. Government entities requiring adherence to specific regulatory standards.
- Feature Access: Unlocks necessary software capabilities for operational efficiency and data management.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a platform software license for Microsoft's virtual machine services, specifically tailored for U.S. Government environments. It grants access to the STANDARD_L4S configuration, ensuring your virtual machines meet specific performance and capability requirements for a one-year subscription period.
Businesses operating within the U.S. Government sector, including IT managers and professionals, utilize this license to ensure their virtual machines are compliant and fully functional. It integrates into existing Azure Government deployments, providing the necessary software entitlements for critical business operations.
- Annual Subscription: Provides predictable costs and continuous access to licensed features.
- U.S. Government Specific: Tailored for Azure Government cloud deployments, meeting stringent security and compliance needs.
- STANDARD_L4S Configuration: Enables a specific tier of virtual machine performance and capacity.
- Platform Licensing: Grants the right to use the specified Microsoft software on your virtual machines.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps meet regulatory requirements for government IT infrastructure.
This license is the right choice for U.S. Government organizations needing compliant and capable virtual machine resources within Azure Government.
What This Enables
Enable Compliant U.S. Government VM Deployments
Enable teams to deploy and operate virtual machines within the Azure Government cloud, meeting specific regulatory and security mandates. Streamline the procurement process for essential platform software required for government IT operations.
cloud-native deployments, government agency IT, secure data environments, compliance-driven operations
Access Specific VM Performance Tiers
Streamline the provisioning of virtual machines with the STANDARD_L4S configuration, ensuring adequate performance for business-critical applications. Automate the licensing aspect of VM deployment, allowing IT staff to focus on configuration and management.
application hosting, database servers, virtual desktop infrastructure, performance-sensitive workloads
Maintain Annual Software Licensing Compliance
Ensure continuous compliance with Microsoft licensing terms for virtual machines operating in a government cloud environment. Support ongoing operations by securing the necessary software entitlements for the full subscription term.
annual budgeting cycles, long-term IT strategy, risk mitigation, operational continuity
Key Features
Annual Subscription Term
Provides predictable costs and continuous access to licensed features for a full year, simplifying budget management.
Azure Government Specific
Meets the stringent security, compliance, and data residency requirements unique to U.S. Government entities.
STANDARD_L4S VM Configuration
Unlocks a defined level of performance and capacity for virtual machines, suitable for specific application needs.
Platform Software License
Grants the legal right to use Microsoft's virtual machine technology, ensuring compliance and avoiding legal risks.
U.S. Government Cloud Focus
Ensures compatibility and authorization for use within regulated government IT environments.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This license is explicitly designed for U.S. Government entities, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and security standards required for public sector IT operations.
Defense & National Security
Organizations within this sector require highly secure and compliant cloud environments, making Azure Government and its associated licenses critical for operational integrity and data protection.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
While not exclusively for healthcare, government-compliant cloud solutions are often utilized by healthcare providers and related agencies to meet HIPAA and other stringent data privacy regulations.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions and insurance companies, particularly those working with government contracts or sensitive data, may require the enhanced security and compliance features offered by Azure Government.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the STANDARD_L4S configuration?
The STANDARD_L4S configuration refers to a specific performance tier for virtual machines within Microsoft's Azure platform, offering a balance of compute and memory resources suitable for various business workloads.
Is this license transferable?
Software licenses typically have specific terms regarding transferability. It is recommended to review the Microsoft Volume Licensing agreement or consult with a licensing specialist for details pertaining to this specific product.
What does 'US GOV VA' signify?
'US GOV VA' indicates that this license is specifically intended for use within the U.S. Government cloud environment (Azure Government) and is part of a virtual machine offering.
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.