Microsoft RI VM STD_M64M US GOV VA 1Y Subscription
This Microsoft RI VM STD_M64M US GOV VA 1Y subscription provides access to specialized virtual machine resources for U.S. government agencies for a one-year term.
- Coverage: Access to Microsoft's virtual machine platform with specific configurations for U.S. government compliance.
- Term: One-year subscription ensuring continuous access to licensed resources.
- Compliance: Meets U.S. government data residency and security requirements for virtual environments.
- Value: Enables secure, compliant, and efficient operation of critical government workloads.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a one-year subscription license for Microsoft's Reserved Instance (RI) Virtual Machine (VM) service, specifically the STD_M64M size, designated for U.S. Government agencies in a U.S. Government Virtualization Environment (VA). It unlocks access to dedicated virtual machine capacity, ensuring predictable performance and cost savings for government workloads.
This offering is designed for U.S. government entities and their IT departments that require a secure, compliant, and cost-effective virtualized infrastructure. It fits within cloud environments managed by government agencies, supporting mission-critical applications and data.
- Dedicated Capacity: Guarantees specific VM size and resources for predictable performance.
- Cost Savings: Offers significant discounts compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for long-term commitments.
- Compliance Focused: Tailored for U.S. government security and data residency mandates.
- Subscription Term: Provides a clear one-year commitment for budgeting and resource planning.
- Scalable Performance: Access to M64M size VM, suitable for demanding workloads.
This Microsoft RI VM subscription is the ideal choice for U.S. government organizations seeking compliant and cost-effective virtual machine capacity.
What This Enables
Enable Compliant Government Workloads
Enable teams to deploy mission-critical applications within a U.S. government-approved virtual environment. Streamline procurement and ensure adherence to data residency and security mandates for government operations.
government agencies, cloud deployments, virtualized infrastructure, compliance-driven IT
Optimize Cloud Spend for Government
Streamline cloud cost management by committing to a specific VM size for one year, securing predictable pricing. Automate budget forecasting and reduce the risk of unexpected overages for essential government services.
budget-conscious IT, long-term cloud strategy, reserved capacity planning, operational efficiency
Ensure Predictable VM Performance
Enable teams to guarantee the performance of demanding government applications by reserving specific VM capacity. Support critical workloads without performance degradation or resource contention.
performance-sensitive applications, dedicated resource allocation, stable virtual environments, mission-critical systems
Key Features
Reserved Instance (RI) Commitment
Secures dedicated VM capacity for a one-year term, providing cost savings and predictable performance.
STD_M64M VM Size
Offers a powerful virtual machine configuration suitable for demanding government workloads.
U.S. Government (US GOV) VA Designation
Ensures compliance with specific U.S. government data residency, security, and operational requirements.
One-Year Subscription Term
Provides a clear commitment period for effective IT budgeting and resource planning.
Microsoft Cloud Platform
Leverages a trusted and secure cloud infrastructure for reliable deployment and operation.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This service is specifically designed and licensed for U.S. government agencies, meeting their unique compliance, security, and data residency requirements for cloud-based virtual machines.
Defense & National Security
Agencies within this sector require highly secure and compliant IT infrastructure, making this U.S. government-specific VM offering a suitable choice for sensitive operations.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
While not exclusively for healthcare, government-regulated healthcare providers often operate within environments that mirror U.S. government compliance standards, making this a potential fit for specific deployments.
Education & Research
Government-funded educational institutions and research bodies may operate under similar compliance frameworks as government agencies, necessitating secure and dedicated virtual resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Microsoft Reserved Instance (RI) VM?
A Reserved Instance VM allows you to commit to using a specific virtual machine size and configuration for a set term (e.g., one year) in exchange for significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. It guarantees you have access to that capacity when you need it.
Why is the 'US GOV VA' designation important?
This designation signifies that the VM instance and its underlying infrastructure meet the stringent security, data residency, and compliance requirements mandated for U.S. government workloads. It ensures your data is handled according to federal regulations.
Can this subscription be used by non-government entities?
No, this specific SKU (DZH318Z0BQ4W-04ZT) is explicitly licensed and configured for U.S. Government Virtualization Environments. Use by other entities would violate licensing terms.
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.