Microsoft SQL DB Single/Elastic Pool Gen Purpose - COMP DC-SERIES VCORE
This Microsoft SQL Database license provides access to general-purpose compute resources for single databases or elastic pools, ensuring your business applications have reliable data storage and processing capabilities for one year.
- License Term: Annual subscription providing continuous access to SQL Database features and capacity.
- Billing Model: Predictable subscription-based billing for straightforward IT budget management.
- Platform Focus: Designed for Azure cloud deployments, specifically within the US North Central region.
- Capacity: Enables general-purpose compute capacity for single databases or elastic pools, supporting diverse workloads.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a platform software license for Microsoft SQL Database, offering general-purpose compute capacity for single databases or elastic pools. It is valid for one year and applies to deployments within the US North Central Azure region, utilizing vCore-based purchasing.
Businesses that rely on Microsoft SQL Server for their core operations, such as managing customer data, financial transactions, or inventory, will find this license essential. It ensures they have the necessary compute resources to run their databases efficiently and compliantly within the Azure cloud environment.
- SQL Database Access: Unlocks the capabilities of Microsoft's managed SQL database service.
- Flexible Capacity: Supports both single databases and elastic pools for scalable resource allocation.
- General Purpose Compute: Provides a balance of compute and storage for a wide range of transactional workloads.
- Azure Optimized: Tailored for deployment within the Azure cloud infrastructure in the US North Central region.
- Annual Subscription: Offers a defined term for licensing, simplifying procurement and renewal.
This annual subscription is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations seeking compliant and cost-effective access to Microsoft SQL Database capabilities in Azure.
What This Enables
Enable Scalable Database Operations
Enable teams to deploy and manage scalable SQL databases for diverse business applications. Streamline resource allocation with flexible single database or elastic pool configurations.
cloud-native applications, microservices architectures, variable workload environments
Support Business-Critical Applications
Support the reliable operation of business-critical applications that depend on SQL Server databases. Ensure consistent performance and availability for transactional workloads.
customer management systems, financial processing, inventory tracking
Maintain Licensing Compliance
Automate licensing compliance for your SQL Database deployments in Azure. Ensure you have the correct entitlements for the compute resources utilized.
regulated industries, audited environments, cloud infrastructure management
Key Features
General Purpose Compute Tier
Provides a balanced mix of compute and storage suitable for a wide range of common database workloads.
vCore-based purchasing
Offers flexibility and transparency in licensing by allowing you to choose compute resources based on vCores.
Single Database or Elastic Pool
Allows for flexible deployment options, catering to individual application needs or shared resource pools.
Annual Subscription Term
Ensures continuous access to the service and simplifies budget planning with a fixed yearly commitment.
US North Central Azure Region
Optimized for performance and compliance for organizations operating within or targeting this specific geographic cloud region.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust and compliant database solutions to manage sensitive transaction data and customer information, making reliable SQL Database licensing essential.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service organizations handle large volumes of confidential client data, necessitating secure and consistently available database systems for case management and billing.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers rely on SQL databases for managing production schedules, inventory, supply chain logistics, and operational data, requiring stable and performant database services.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers manage critical patient records and operational data, demanding high availability, security, and compliance with regulations like HIPAA for their database infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a General Purpose compute tier for SQL Database?
The General Purpose tier offers a balanced price-performance ratio for a wide range of common database workloads. It provides dedicated compute resources and is suitable for most transactional applications.
What is an Elastic Pool?
An Elastic Pool is a cost-effective solution for managing multiple databases that have varying usage demands. It allows you to allocate a set amount of resources to a pool, which is then shared by the databases within it.
What does 'COMP DC-SERIES VCORE' mean?
This refers to the compute configuration. 'COMP' indicates compute resources, 'DC-SERIES' likely refers to a specific generation or type of hardware optimized for compute-intensive tasks, and 'VCORE' signifies that the licensing is based on virtual cores.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
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.