Microsoft Azure Reserved VM Instance Standard_D8ds_v6, US West 3, 3 Year Term
Commit to a 3-year term for the Microsoft Azure Standard_D8ds_v6 VM instance in US West 3, securing predictable costs and capacity.
- Predictable Pricing: Lock in lower rates for your compute resources over a 3-year commitment.
- Capacity Assurance: Reserve capacity in the US West 3 region for your critical workloads.
- Optimized Performance: Utilize the Standard_D8ds_v6 instance type for demanding applications.
- Cost Savings: Achieve significant savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a 3-year reservation for the Microsoft Azure Standard_D8ds_v6 virtual machine instance located in the US West 3 region. By committing to a reservation, businesses can significantly reduce their cloud computing costs while ensuring capacity availability for their essential applications.
The Standard_D8ds_v6 instance is designed for general-purpose workloads requiring a balance of compute, memory, and networking. It is ideal for businesses that have stable, predictable compute needs and want to avoid the fluctuating costs associated with on-demand virtual machines.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees the availability of your chosen VM instance type in the specified region.
- Cost Optimization: Offers substantial discounts compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for consistent workloads.
- Performance Consistency: Ensures your applications run on dedicated capacity, providing reliable performance.
- Simplified Management: Reduces the need for constant cost monitoring and optimization for reserved resources.
- Flexible Deployment: Suitable for a wide range of business applications and workloads.
Secure your Azure compute resources with a 3-year reservation and gain predictable performance and cost savings.
What This Enables
Commit to predictable cloud compute costs
Enable teams to budget accurately for their Azure infrastructure by locking in compute rates for three years. This provides financial predictability and protects against future price increases for stable workloads.
stable workloads, long-term planning, financial predictability, Azure deployments
Assure compute capacity for critical applications
Guarantee the availability of Standard_D8ds_v6 VM instances in the US West 3 region, ensuring your essential business applications remain accessible and performant. This prevents unexpected downtime due to resource contention.
mission-critical applications, high-availability needs, Azure infrastructure, capacity planning
Streamline cloud cost management
Automate cost savings by pre-purchasing compute resources, reducing the need for constant monitoring and manual optimization of pay-as-you-go instances. This frees up IT resources for strategic initiatives.
cloud cost optimization, IT resource allocation, Azure management, operational efficiency
Key Features
3-Year Reservation Term
Lock in significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go rates for predictable, long-term compute needs.
Standard_D8ds_v6 Instance Type
Utilize a versatile VM instance optimized for general-purpose workloads requiring a balance of compute, memory, and networking.
US West 3 Region
Ensure your applications are deployed in a specific geographic location for latency or compliance requirements.
Capacity Reservation
Guarantee the availability of compute capacity, preventing potential resource shortages during peak demand.
Azure Subscription Billing
Integrate seamlessly with your existing Azure billing structure for simplified financial management.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Supports operational technology, ERP systems, and data analytics platforms requiring consistent compute resources.
Finance & Insurance
Provides stable compute for trading platforms, risk analysis, and core banking applications with predictable demands.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Enables consistent performance for Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, medical imaging analysis, and research workloads.
Retail & Hospitality
Supports point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and customer relationship management applications with steady resource needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Reserved VM Instance?
A Reserved VM Instance allows you to pre-purchase compute capacity for Azure virtual machines for a 1-year or 3-year term. This provides significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for workloads with predictable usage.
How does this reservation save money?
By committing to a 3-year term, you receive a substantial discount on the compute cost of the specified VM instance type. This is ideal for applications that run continuously or have consistent resource demands.
Can I change the VM instance type or region after purchase?
While the reservation guarantees capacity in the specified region and instance type, Azure offers flexibility through the Azure Hybrid Benefit and the ability to exchange or cancel reservations under certain conditions. Consult Azure documentation for details.
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.