Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_NC12 US GOV VA-1Y/MO
This Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_NC12 US GOV VA license provides 1-year access to advanced virtual machine capabilities for government entities.
- License Term: Annual subscription ensuring continuous access to Microsoft's government cloud virtual machine services.
- Platform Access: Unlocks the STANDARD_NC12 instance type within the US Government Virginia region for specialized workloads.
- Compliance: Facilitates adherence to US government data residency and security requirements for cloud deployments.
- Operational Continuity: Guarantees the availability of essential virtual machine resources for critical business functions.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a 1-year subscription license for Microsoft's Azure Government virtual machines, specifically the STANDARD_NC12 instance type, deployed in the US Government Virginia region. It grants access to powerful computing resources designed to meet the stringent compliance and security needs of public sector organizations.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in government agencies or businesses handling sensitive government data will utilize this license to deploy and manage virtual machines for demanding applications. It integrates into existing Azure Government environments, providing a foundation for secure and compliant cloud-based operations.
- Azure Government Access: Enables deployment within Microsoft's dedicated cloud environment for US government entities.
- Specialized VM Instance: Provides access to the NC12 series, optimized for compute-intensive workloads like AI and HPC.
- Annual Subscription: Offers predictable costs and continuous access to resources for a full year.
- US Gov VA Region: Ensures data residency and performance within the specified US Government Virginia datacenter.
- Licensing Compliance: Secures the necessary entitlement for using these specific Azure Government VM resources.
This annual subscription is the ideal solution for government organizations needing compliant and powerful Azure virtual machine capacity without complex procurement.
What This Enables
Enable High-Performance Computing Workloads
Enable teams to deploy and run demanding high-performance computing (HPC) or artificial intelligence (AI) workloads. This license provides access to the specialized NC12 VM series, optimized for complex calculations and data processing.
cloud computing, virtual machines, government IT, specialized workloads, Azure Government
Meet US Government Compliance Standards
Streamline compliance with US government data residency and security mandates by deploying within the Azure Government cloud. This license ensures you are properly entitled to use resources in the specified US Gov VA region.
government agencies, defense contractors, regulated industries, cloud compliance, data sovereignty
Ensure Secure and Reliable VM Operations
Automate the procurement of licensed virtual machine capacity for critical government applications. This annual subscription guarantees access to the STANDARD_NC12 instance, preventing operational disruptions due to licensing gaps.
mission-critical systems, secure infrastructure, IT operations, annual budgeting, cloud services
Key Features
Microsoft Azure Government Cloud
Operate within a dedicated cloud environment designed to meet the stringent security and compliance requirements of US federal, state, and local governments.
STANDARD_NC12 VM Instance
Access a powerful virtual machine configuration optimized for compute-intensive workloads, including AI, machine learning, and HPC.
US Government Virginia Region
Ensure data residency and low latency for your applications by deploying within a specific, compliant US government datacenter.
1-Year Subscription Term
Benefit from predictable annual costs and continuous access to essential computing resources, simplifying budget management.
Platform Licensing
Secure the necessary entitlement to use Microsoft's advanced virtual machine services, ensuring compliance and avoiding potential penalties.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This license is specifically designed for the Azure Government cloud, catering to the strict compliance, security, and data residency needs of US federal, state, and local government entities.
Defense & National Security
Organizations within the defense sector require highly secure and compliant cloud environments, making Azure Government and specialized VMs like the NC12 ideal for sensitive workloads and data processing.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
While not exclusively for healthcare, organizations handling sensitive patient data or conducting research that requires high-performance computing may leverage Azure Government for its compliance and specialized VM capabilities.
Research & Education
Academic institutions and research facilities often require significant computing power for simulations, data analysis, and AI development, making the NC12 instance type a valuable resource within a compliant cloud framework.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Azure Government cloud?
Azure Government is a separate instance of Microsoft Azure cloud services that complies with US government security and compliance requirements, including FedRAMP and DoD SRG.
What are NC-series virtual machines used for?
NC-series VMs are optimized for compute-intensive workloads such as artificial intelligence, deep learning, and high-performance computing (HPC) due to their powerful GPUs.
Is this license transferable?
Software licenses typically have specific terms regarding transferability. Please refer to the Microsoft licensing agreement for details.
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.