Microsoft SQL DB Single/Elastic Pool General Purpose Compute DC-Series vCore - 1 Year Subscription
This Microsoft SQL Database license provides access to General Purpose compute resources for your business applications, ensuring reliable performance for a full year.
- License Term: Annual subscription for uninterrupted access to SQL Database compute.
- Compute Resources: Unlocks General Purpose DC-series vCore compute for your database workloads.
- Platform Access: Enables deployment on Microsoft Azure's US East region infrastructure.
- Compliance & Features: Ensures licensing compliance and access to the latest SQL Database capabilities.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a 1-year subscription license for Microsoft SQL Database, specifically for General Purpose compute using the DC-series vCore model in the US East region. It grants your organization the right to utilize dedicated compute resources for your SQL databases, ensuring performance and availability for critical business applications.
This license is designed for businesses that host their own IT operations, including SMBs and mid-market companies. It is suitable for IT Managers or IT Professionals managing database infrastructure, providing a cost-effective way to access enterprise-grade compute power without the overhead of managing physical hardware.
- Annual Subscription: Provides predictable costs and continuous access to compute resources.
- General Purpose Compute: Offers a balanced mix of compute and storage for common database workloads.
- DC-Series vCore: Utilizes a compute model that provides dedicated resources for enhanced performance.
- US East Region: Deploys resources within Microsoft Azure's US East data center for optimal latency and availability.
- Licensing Compliance: Ensures your organization meets Microsoft's licensing requirements for SQL Database.
This Microsoft SQL DB license is the ideal solution for businesses seeking reliable, compliant database compute without the complexity of on-premises infrastructure management.
What This Enables
Enable Scalable Database Performance
Enable teams to provision and manage dedicated compute resources for their business-critical SQL databases. Streamline application performance by ensuring sufficient processing power is available for transactions and queries.
cloud-hosted applications, business process automation, data-driven operations, internal business systems
Ensure Licensing Compliance
Automate the process of acquiring and maintaining compliant licenses for Microsoft SQL Database compute resources. Protect your organization from potential audits and penalties by adhering to Microsoft's licensing terms.
regulated business environments, IT asset management, operational risk mitigation, software portfolio management
Support Business-Critical Applications
Provide the necessary compute capacity for applications that drive core business functions, such as CRM, ERP, or custom-built solutions. Guarantee consistent availability and responsiveness for end-users accessing these systems.
customer relationship management, enterprise resource planning, internal operational tools, data analytics platforms
Key Features
General Purpose DC-Series vCore Compute
Provides dedicated compute resources for balanced performance and cost efficiency for common database workloads.
1-Year Subscription Term
Ensures continuous access to compute resources and predictable budgeting for your database infrastructure.
Microsoft Azure US East Deployment
Leverages Microsoft's global cloud infrastructure for high availability and low latency access within the region.
SQL Database Platform Access
Unlocks the full capabilities and features of Microsoft SQL Database for your business applications.
Licensing Compliance
Guarantees adherence to Microsoft's licensing terms, mitigating audit risks and ensuring legal operation.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust, compliant, and highly available database solutions to manage sensitive customer data and transactional integrity, aligning with the performance and security features of Azure SQL Database.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to strict regulatory compliance like HIPAA, necessitating secure and reliable data management solutions that Azure SQL Database provides for patient records and operational data.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses rely on scalable databases for point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and customer data, benefiting from the performance and availability of Azure SQL Database to handle peak loads.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies manage large volumes of confidential client data and require secure, performant database solutions to support case management and client communication systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a DC-series vCore in Microsoft SQL Database?
The DC-series vCore represents a compute tier in Azure SQL Database that offers dedicated resources, providing enhanced performance and isolation for your database workloads compared to shared resource models.
What does 'General Purpose' mean for SQL Database compute?
General Purpose is a service tier designed for a wide range of common database workloads, offering a balance of compute, memory, and I/O performance at a competitive price point.
Can this license be used for on-premises SQL Server installations?
No, this is a subscription license specifically for Microsoft SQL Database hosted on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform in the US East region.
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.