Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_NC6-USNORTHCENT-1Y/MO
This Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_NC6-USNORTHCENT-1Y/MO provides a 1-year subscription for a specific virtual machine instance, ensuring access to essential cloud computing resources.
- License Term: Annual subscription commitment for the specified virtual machine instance.
- Platform: Microsoft Azure cloud computing platform.
- Capacity: Access to the NC6 series virtual machine, suitable for compute-intensive workloads.
- Value: Ensures compliance and continuous operation of critical business applications.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a 1-year subscription license for a Microsoft Azure virtual machine instance, specifically the STANDARD_NC6 model located in the US North Central region. It grants the user the right to utilize this compute resource for the duration of the subscription, providing access to its defined CPU, memory, and networking capabilities.
Businesses utilizing Microsoft Azure for their IT infrastructure will find this subscription essential for maintaining compliance and ensuring the availability of their hosted applications and services. It is designed for IT Managers and Business Owners who need predictable costs and guaranteed access to specific Azure compute resources for their internal operations.
- Annual Commitment: Secures a specific Azure VM instance for a full year.
- Compute Power: Provides access to the NC6 series VM, optimized for high-performance computing.
- Regional Deployment: Instance is deployed in the US North Central Azure region.
- Subscription Billing: Predictable monthly billing for the 1-year term.
- Resource Access: Guarantees availability of the specified virtual machine for business workloads.
This annual subscription is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations needing dedicated Azure compute capacity with predictable costs and assured access.
What This Enables
Enable High-Performance Computing Workloads
Enable teams to run demanding computational tasks, such as simulations, modeling, or data analytics, on a dedicated Azure VM. Streamline complex calculations and accelerate research and development cycles with guaranteed access to powerful hardware.
cloud-native applications, data processing pipelines, scientific research environments, development and testing labs
Support Critical Business Applications
Ensure the continuous operation of essential business applications that require significant compute resources. Automate the provisioning and management of these applications, minimizing downtime and maintaining business continuity.
enterprise resource planning systems, customer relationship management platforms, financial trading platforms, mission-critical databases
Maintain Regulatory Compliance
Organizations deploying sensitive data or applications can ensure they meet specific compliance requirements by utilizing dedicated and region-specific Azure infrastructure. Streamline auditing processes by having clear records of resource utilization and licensing.
financial services applications, healthcare data processing, government-mandated workloads, secure data repositories
Key Features
STANDARD_NC6 VM Instance
Provides access to a powerful virtual machine optimized for compute-intensive workloads, accelerating processing times for demanding tasks.
1-Year Subscription Term
Secures compute resources for a defined period, offering predictable costs and ensuring availability for long-term projects or stable applications.
US North Central Azure Region
Ensures data locality and potentially lower latency for users or services operating within or near this geographic region.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Leverages a globally recognized and reliable cloud infrastructure for hosting critical business applications and data.
Subscription Billing Model
Facilitates easier budgeting and financial planning with consistent monthly charges for the duration of the commitment.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Companies in this sector often require significant compute power for simulations, CAD/CAM, and IoT data processing, making NC-series VMs suitable for their operational needs.
Finance & Insurance
This industry frequently uses high-performance computing for risk analysis, algorithmic trading, and complex financial modeling, benefiting from the NC6 VM's capabilities.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Researchers and organizations in this field utilize powerful VMs for genomic sequencing, drug discovery simulations, and medical imaging analysis, where compute intensity is paramount.
Education & Research
Academic institutions and research facilities often need substantial computational resources for scientific research, data analysis, and complex simulations that the NC6 VM can provide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_NC6?
This refers to a specific type of virtual machine instance offered by Microsoft Azure. The 'RI' likely indicates a Reserved Instance, offering a commitment for a set term. 'STANDARD_NC6' denotes the VM series and size, optimized for compute-intensive workloads.
What does the 1-year/month billing mean?
This subscription requires a 1-year commitment, and the cost is billed on a monthly basis over that year. It provides a predictable payment structure for the reserved compute resources.
Who is this subscription intended for?
This subscription is for businesses that use Microsoft Azure for their IT operations and require a specific compute-optimized virtual machine instance for their applications or workloads. It is not for resellers.
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.