Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_NC6 US GOV AZ-3Y/MO
This Microsoft RI VM STANDARD_NC6 US GOV AZ-3Y/MO subscription provides access to specialized virtual machine resources for US government agencies over a three-year term.
- License Term: Subscription for 3 years, billed monthly, ensuring predictable costs.
- Platform: Applies to Azure Government cloud environments for US public sector entities.
- Capacity: Enables access to NC-series virtual machines, optimized for compute-intensive workloads.
- Value: Facilitates compliance with government regulations and access to essential cloud capabilities.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a Microsoft Azure Government subscription for a STANDARD_NC6 virtual machine, licensed on a three-year, monthly billing basis. It unlocks access to specialized compute resources within the Azure Government cloud, designed to meet the stringent requirements of US public sector organizations.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in government agencies utilize this license to deploy and manage virtual machines for demanding applications, ensuring operational continuity and compliance. It fits within their existing Azure Government infrastructure, providing dedicated capacity for critical workloads.
- Azure Government Access: Provides access to the secure and compliant Azure Government cloud environment.
- NC-Series VMs: Enables deployment of NC-series virtual machines, suitable for high-performance computing and AI workloads.
- Three-Year Term: Locks in pricing and availability for three years, simplifying budget management.
- Monthly Billing: Offers predictable monthly subscription costs for easier financial planning.
- Compliance Focused: Designed to meet the specific regulatory and security needs of US government entities.
This subscription is the ideal choice for government organizations needing dedicated, high-performance virtual machine capacity within a compliant cloud environment.
What This Enables
Deploy High-Performance Computing Workloads
Enable teams to run demanding scientific simulations, complex data analytics, or AI/ML model training. Streamline the deployment of specialized virtual machines for compute-intensive tasks.
government agencies, research institutions, cloud deployments, secure environments
Ensure Regulatory Compliance for Government IT
Meet stringent US government data residency and security requirements by utilizing the Azure Government cloud. Maintain compliance with federal regulations through dedicated and certified infrastructure.
public sector IT, regulated workloads, secure data handling, cloud migration
Manage Predictable Cloud Infrastructure Costs
Organizations deploying critical applications can benefit from a fixed three-year subscription term with predictable monthly billing. Automate budget forecasting for essential virtual machine resources.
budget-conscious IT, long-term planning, subscription-based services, operational continuity
Key Features
Azure Government Cloud Access
Provides a secure and compliant environment specifically designed for US federal, state, and local government agencies.
NC-Series Virtual Machines
Offers powerful compute capabilities suitable for high-performance computing, AI, and machine learning workloads.
Three-Year Subscription Term
Ensures long-term access to resources and predictable pricing, simplifying financial planning and operational continuity.
Monthly Billing
Allows for easier budget management and cash flow predictability compared to large upfront capital expenditures.
Microsoft Support and Updates
Ensures the underlying platform is maintained and updated by Microsoft, reducing the burden on internal IT staff.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service is specifically designed for the Azure Government cloud, meeting the strict compliance and security mandates required by US federal, state, and local government entities.
Defense & National Security
Provides a secure, isolated cloud environment that adheres to the rigorous security protocols and data handling requirements necessary for sensitive defense and national security operations.
Research & Education
Enables academic and research institutions to access powerful computing resources for complex simulations, data analysis, and scientific discovery within a compliant framework.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Supports organizations in processing sensitive patient data and conducting research requiring high-performance computing, while adhering to regulations like HIPAA within a secure government cloud.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Azure Government cloud?
Azure Government is a separate cloud environment designed to meet the stringent security and compliance requirements of US federal, state, local, and tribal governments. It provides access to Azure services within the United States.
What are NC-series virtual machines used for?
NC-series VMs are optimized for compute-intensive workloads, including high-performance computing (HPC), artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML) tasks. They feature powerful GPUs for accelerated processing.
How does the three-year subscription benefit my agency?
A three-year subscription locks in your pricing and resource availability, providing cost predictability and ensuring you have the necessary compute capacity for your long-term projects and operations without unexpected price increases.
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.