Microsoft SAP HANA Instance S896M Azure East US 2 Subscription
This Microsoft SAP HANA Azure instance subscription provides essential platform licensing for your critical business applications, valid for one year.
- License Term: Annual subscription ensures continuous access to SAP HANA capabilities on Azure.
- Platform Focus: Specifically designed for SAP HANA instances deployed within the Azure cloud environment.
- Capacity: Supports S896M instance size, offering significant processing power for demanding workloads.
- Billing Model: Predictable monthly billing simplifies financial planning for your IT infrastructure.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering is a platform licensing subscription from Microsoft for a SAP HANA instance deployed in the Azure East US 2 region. It provides the necessary software entitlement for operating SAP HANA on a specified Azure instance size (S896M) for a one-year term, billed monthly.
Businesses utilizing SAP HANA for core operations, such as enterprise resource planning (ERP), customer relationship management (CRM), or data analytics, will use this license. It is intended for companies that have already provisioned or plan to provision the underlying Azure infrastructure to host their SAP HANA database.
- Software Entitlement: Grants legal permission to run SAP HANA software on the specified Azure infrastructure.
- Azure Integration: Optimized for deployment and operation within the Microsoft Azure cloud ecosystem.
- Instance Specific: Tied to the S896M instance size in the East US 2 Azure region.
- Subscription Term: Provides access for a full year, with monthly billing for consistent cost management.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensures your SAP HANA deployment adheres to Microsoft's licensing requirements.
This annual subscription is ideal for mid-market companies needing dedicated SAP HANA capacity on Azure without the overhead of perpetual licensing.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Data Analytics
Enable teams to perform real-time analytics and complex data processing on large datasets. Streamline reporting and business intelligence initiatives with high-performance in-memory computing.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, data warehousing, business intelligence platforms
Support Enterprise Resource Planning
Support core business operations by hosting SAP ERP systems that require high availability and performance. Ensure seamless integration with other business applications for unified data management.
mission-critical applications, integrated business systems, on-premises infrastructure modernization, cloud migration projects
Ensure Regulatory Compliance
Maintain compliance with software licensing regulations and industry standards for financial and operational data. Protect sensitive information through secure and properly licensed database operations.
regulated industries, data governance frameworks, audit readiness, secure data handling
Key Features
SAP HANA S896M Instance
Provides substantial processing power and memory for demanding SAP HANA workloads, enabling faster query responses and data processing.
Azure East US 2 Region Deployment
Leverages Microsoft's global cloud infrastructure for reliable performance and data locality within the specified region.
1-Year Subscription Term
Offers a defined period of software access, simplifying IT planning and budget management with predictable renewal cycles.
Monthly Billing
Facilitates operational expense management by breaking down the annual license cost into manageable monthly payments.
Microsoft Platform Licensing
Ensures legal compliance and access to necessary features and updates for running SAP HANA on Azure.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high-performance databases like SAP HANA for real-time transaction processing, risk analysis, and regulatory reporting, making Azure deployments critical for compliance and speed.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers use SAP HANA for optimizing supply chains, production planning, and inventory management, benefiting from the platform's ability to process vast amounts of operational data in real-time on Azure.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations leverage SAP HANA for managing patient data, clinical research, and operational efficiency, requiring secure and compliant cloud solutions like Azure for sensitive information.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality groups utilize SAP HANA for inventory control, sales analytics, and customer relationship management, benefiting from Azure's scalability to handle fluctuating demand and large transaction volumes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SAP HANA?
SAP HANA is an in-memory data platform that allows for real-time processing of large volumes of data. It is commonly used for enterprise resource planning (ERP), data analytics, and other business-critical applications.
What does 'S896M' refer to?
S896M refers to a specific instance size within Microsoft Azure, indicating the amount of CPU and memory allocated to the virtual machine hosting the SAP HANA database. This size is designed for significant workloads.
Is this a perpetual license?
No, this is a subscription-based license for a one-year term, billed monthly. This model provides flexibility and predictable operational expenses.
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.