Microsoft Azure Reserved VM Instance, Standard_B8as_v2, US Central, 3 Years
Commit to a Microsoft Azure Reserved VM Instance Standard_B8as_v2 in US Central for three years to significantly reduce your compute costs.
- Cost Savings: Achieve up to 72% savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
- Predictable Pricing: Lock in a price for your chosen VM instance for the duration.
- Resource Availability: Ensure capacity is reserved for your workloads in the specified region.
- Simplified Management: Streamline budgeting and forecasting with a fixed commitment.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a Microsoft Azure Reserved Virtual Machine Instance, specifically the Standard_B8as_v2 model, located in the US Central region, for a commitment of three years. By reserving capacity in advance, businesses can achieve substantial cost savings on their Azure compute resources compared to on-demand pricing.
Ideal for businesses with steady-state Azure compute needs, this reservation ensures that the specified VM instance type is available when you need it. It is designed for organizations that have predictable workloads and want to optimize their cloud expenditure without sacrificing performance or availability.
- Instance Type: Standard_B8as_v2, optimized for burstable general-purpose workloads.
- Region: US Central, providing a reliable and accessible location for your resources.
- Commitment Term: 3 Years, offering the maximum discount potential.
- Billing Model: Subscription-based, providing predictable monthly or annual charges.
- Cost Optimization: Significant savings over pay-as-you-go rates for consistent workloads.
Optimize your Azure cloud spend with predictable costs and guaranteed capacity for your essential workloads.
What This Enables
Reduce Azure compute costs for steady workloads
Enable teams to significantly lower their monthly Azure spend by committing to a specific VM instance for a three-year term. This provides a predictable cost structure for essential services, avoiding overspending on fluctuating demand.
cloud-native applications, virtual desktop infrastructure, web servers, database servers
Guarantee resource availability in US Central
Ensure that the required Standard_B8as_v2 VM capacity is always available in the US Central region for critical business operations. This prevents potential downtime or performance degradation due to resource contention.
production environments, business-critical applications, disaster recovery sites, development and testing environments
Streamline cloud budget management
Automate cost forecasting and simplify financial planning by locking in compute prices for three years. This eliminates budget uncertainty associated with variable pay-as-you-go cloud expenses.
financial planning, IT budget allocation, cost center management, resource provisioning
Key Features
Standard_B8as_v2 Instance Type
Utilize a cost-effective, burstable VM instance suitable for general-purpose workloads that require occasional performance spikes.
US Central Region
Deploy your resources in a geographically strategic location to minimize latency for your end-users in North America.
3-Year Commitment Term
Achieve the highest possible savings on your Azure compute costs by committing to a longer reservation period.
Subscription Billing
Benefit from predictable, fixed billing cycles that simplify financial management and forecasting.
Capacity Reservation
Ensure that the compute capacity you need is available when you need it, preventing potential service disruptions.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stable, predictable costs for their core trading, analytics, and operational platforms running on Azure.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers use Azure for production monitoring, supply chain management, and IoT data processing, benefiting from cost certainty for these ongoing operations.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations rely on Azure for patient data management, research, and operational systems, where cost predictability is crucial for budget adherence.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service providers use Azure for document management, client portals, and practice management software, valuing consistent IT expenditure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Reserved VM Instance?
A Reserved VM Instance is a commitment to use a specific type of virtual machine in a particular region for a set term (1 or 3 years). In exchange for this commitment, you receive a significant discount compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
How much can I save with a Reserved VM Instance?
Savings can be substantial, often reaching up to 72% compared to pay-as-you-go pricing, especially with a 3-year commitment. The exact savings depend on the instance type, region, and commitment term.
Can I change the VM instance type or region after purchase?
While the reservation is tied to a specific instance type and region, Azure offers flexibility through the Azure Hybrid Benefit and the ability to exchange or cancel reservations under certain conditions, though terms apply.
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.