Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_L8S_V2 US GOV AZ-3Y/MO
This Microsoft Azure Government subscription provides access to Standard L8s v2 virtual machines for US government entities over a three-year term.
- Access to Dedicated Resources: Gain entitlement to specific virtual machine configurations designed for US government workloads.
- Compliance Assurance: Meets stringent US government security and compliance standards for cloud deployments.
- Predictable Costing: Lock in pricing for three years with a monthly subscription billing model.
- Scalable Infrastructure: Supports growing demands for compute power within a secure government cloud environment.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a platform software license subscription for Microsoft Azure Government, specifically for the STANDARD_L8S_V2 virtual machine size, committed over a three-year term with monthly billing. It enables US government entities to utilize secure, compliant cloud computing resources tailored to their operational requirements.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals within US government agencies or organizations handling government data, this subscription fits into cloud infrastructure strategies requiring adherence to specific regulatory frameworks. It provides the necessary licensing to operate virtual machines within the Azure Government cloud.
- Azure Government Access: Provides access to Microsoft's secure cloud environment designed for US government agencies.
- STANDARD_L8S_V2 VM: Grants rights to deploy and operate virtual machines with specific CPU and memory configurations.
- 3-Year Commitment: Secures a fixed term for service, ensuring availability and predictable budgeting.
- Monthly Subscription: Offers a manageable billing cycle for operational expenses.
- US Gov Compliance: Designed to meet the compliance needs of US federal, state, and local government entities.
This Azure Government VM subscription is the right choice for US government organizations needing compliant, secure, and cost-effective cloud compute resources.
What This Enables
Enable Secure Government Workloads
Enable teams to deploy and run critical applications and services within a secure, FedRAMP-authorized cloud environment. Ensure data residency and compliance with US government regulations for sensitive information.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, secure data processing, government agency operations
Meet Stringent Compliance Standards
Streamline adherence to US government compliance mandates like FedRAMP, ITAR, and CJIS by utilizing a cloud platform specifically designed for these requirements. Reduce the burden of manual compliance checks and audits.
regulated data handling, compliance-focused IT, government contract fulfillment, secure application hosting
Optimize Cloud Spend for Government
Automate predictable budgeting for essential virtual machine resources with a three-year commitment and monthly billing. Avoid unexpected cost overruns associated with pay-as-you-go models for long-term needs.
long-term cloud strategy, fixed-term IT budgeting, resource optimization, cost management
Key Features
STANDARD_L8S_V2 VM Size
Provides a balanced configuration of CPU and memory suitable for a wide range of government workloads and applications.
Azure Government Cloud
Offers a dedicated, isolated cloud environment designed to meet the stringent security and compliance requirements of US federal, state, and local governments.
3-Year Subscription Term
Secures resource availability and locks in pricing for an extended period, facilitating long-term planning and budget predictability.
Monthly Billing
Allows for easier operational expense management and aligns cloud costs with regular financial cycles.
US Government Compliance
Ensures that the deployed environment meets necessary regulatory standards, reducing risk and audit complexity for government entities.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
Azure Government is specifically designed to meet the stringent security, compliance, and data residency requirements of US federal, state, and local government agencies.
Defense & National Security
This environment provides the necessary isolation and security controls required for handling sensitive defense and national security data, adhering to specific government mandates.
Law Enforcement & Justice
Organizations in this sector often handle sensitive citizen data and require compliant cloud solutions that meet regulations like CJIS for secure data storage and processing.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
While not exclusively for healthcare, Azure Government can support healthcare providers and related entities that must comply with HIPAA and other US government health data regulations within a secure cloud.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Azure Government?
Azure Government is a separate, isolated cloud environment for eligible US government customers and their partners. It is designed to meet the unique and evolving needs of US public sector organizations.
What does STANDARD_L8S_V2 mean?
STANDARD_L8S_V2 refers to a specific virtual machine size within Azure. It indicates a particular balance of CPU cores and RAM, optimized for general-purpose computing tasks.
Who is eligible to purchase Azure Government services?
Eligibility is restricted to US federal, state, local, and tribal government entities, as well as their authorized partners. Verification is required to access and use Azure Government.
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.