Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_NC12S_V3 US GOV VA-3Y/MO
This Microsoft Azure Government virtual machine license provides 3-year access to the STANDARD_NC12S_V3 instance type, ensuring compliant cloud computing for US government entities.
- License Term: 3-year subscription for uninterrupted service and predictable budgeting.
- Platform: Microsoft Azure Government, specifically designed for US government workloads.
- Instance Type: STANDARD_NC12S_V3, offering specific compute and memory configurations.
- Compliance: Meets stringent US government data handling and security requirements.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a 3-year subscription license for a Microsoft Azure Government virtual machine, specifically the STANDARD_NC12S_V3 instance type located in a US Government Virginia region. It grants access to the necessary platform capabilities to deploy and operate virtualized workloads within a secure, government-compliant cloud environment.
This license is designed for US government agencies and organizations that handle sensitive data and require adherence to specific regulatory standards. It enables IT professionals and business owners to provision and manage virtual machines for critical applications, data processing, and development within the Azure Government cloud.
- Azure Government Access: Securely deploy workloads within Microsoft's dedicated cloud for US government entities.
- 3-Year Commitment: Provides cost predictability and ensures continuous access for the duration.
- STANDARD_NC12S_V3 Instance: Offers a defined set of compute, memory, and networking resources suitable for demanding applications.
- Compliance Ready: Built to meet the security and compliance requirements of US federal, state, and local governments.
- Subscription Billing: Facilitates operational expense budgeting with a recurring monthly payment model.
This Azure Government VM license is ideal for US public sector organizations needing a secure, compliant, and cost-effective cloud platform for their IT operations.
What This Enables
Deploying Government-Specific Applications
Enable teams to deploy and run applications that require strict adherence to US government data sovereignty and security standards. This ensures that sensitive government data is processed and stored within a compliant cloud boundary.
government agencies, defense contractors, public sector IT, cloud deployments, secure environments
Meeting Regulatory Compliance Requirements
Streamline compliance efforts by utilizing a cloud platform specifically architected for government regulations like FedRAMP. This provides assurance that the underlying infrastructure meets necessary security controls and auditability.
regulated workloads, compliance-focused IT, data residency needs, secure infrastructure, government mandates
Migrating Sensitive Workloads to the Cloud
Organizations migrating critical government workloads to the cloud can ensure data integrity and security. This license provides access to the necessary Azure Government resources for a secure and compliant transition.
cloud migration projects, legacy system modernization, secure data transfer, hybrid cloud strategies
Key Features
Microsoft Azure Government Cloud
Provides a dedicated and isolated cloud environment designed to meet the stringent security and compliance requirements of US federal, state, and local governments.
STANDARD_NC12S_V3 Instance Type
Offers a specific configuration of compute, memory, and networking resources optimized for demanding workloads, ensuring adequate performance for critical applications.
3-Year Subscription Term
Guarantees access to the specified VM resources for three years, enabling predictable budgeting and long-term operational planning without mid-term price fluctuations.
US Gov VA Region Deployment
Ensures data residency within the United States and compliance with data locality mandates, crucial for government entities.
Subscription Billing Model
Facilitates operational expense management by providing a predictable monthly cost, aligning with typical government budget cycles.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service is specifically designed for US government entities, offering the necessary compliance certifications and data residency required for public sector workloads.
Defense & National Security
The Azure Government cloud meets the rigorous security and compliance standards necessary for defense contractors and national security agencies handling classified or sensitive information.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Organizations in this sector often handle sensitive patient data (PHI) and require cloud solutions that comply with HIPAA and other health-related regulations, which Azure Government facilitates.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions and insurance companies must adhere to strict regulatory requirements for data security and privacy, making the compliant nature of Azure Government a key consideration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Azure Government?
Microsoft Azure Government is a dedicated cloud offering for U.S. federal, state, local, and tribal governments, as well as their partners. It provides a secure environment that meets stringent compliance requirements.
What does the STANDARD_NC12S_V3 instance offer?
The STANDARD_NC12S_V3 is a virtual machine size within Azure that provides a specific balance of CPU, memory, and networking capabilities, often suitable for compute-intensive or data-processing tasks.
Is this license transferable?
Software licenses, especially cloud subscriptions, are typically tied to the account and subscription they are purchased under and are not generally transferable to other entities.
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.