Microsoft Reserved VM Instance Standard_A2_v2, 1 Year Commitment
Commit to a Microsoft Reserved VM Instance, Standard_A2_v2, for one year in US West 2 to achieve predictable cloud spending.
- Cost Savings: Lock in lower prices for your Standard_A2_v2 VM for a full year.
- Predictable Performance: Ensure consistent resource availability for your critical applications.
- Optimized Capacity: Reserve compute capacity in the US West 2 region to meet your demand.
- Simplified Management: Streamline cloud budgeting with a fixed annual commitment.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a Microsoft Reserved Virtual Machine Instance, specifically the Standard_A2_v2 size, committed for a 1-year term in the US West 2 region. It allows businesses to secure compute capacity at a reduced rate compared to pay-as-you-go pricing, ensuring cost predictability for consistent workloads.
Ideal for SMBs and mid-market organizations with stable IT infrastructure needs, this reservation helps manage cloud expenses effectively. It is designed for businesses that utilize cloud computing for their core operations, such as running business applications, hosting internal services, or managing development and testing environments.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees availability of Standard_A2_v2 VM instances in US West 2.
- Cost Optimization: Offers significant savings over on-demand pricing for a 1-year term.
- Predictable Billing: Provides a fixed cost for budgeting and financial planning.
- Performance Assurance: Ensures consistent performance for sustained workloads.
- Flexible Deployment: Supports various workloads requiring this specific VM size.
Secure your compute resources and optimize your cloud budget with this 1-year reserved VM instance commitment.
What This Enables
Cost savings for stable workloads
Enable teams to reduce cloud expenditure by committing to a fixed price for compute resources over a 1-year term. This ensures predictable budgeting for essential applications and services.
cloud-hosted applications, virtual desktops, development environments, backend services
Guaranteed compute capacity
Streamline operations by ensuring the availability of Standard_A2_v2 virtual machines in the US West 2 region. This prevents performance degradation and downtime for critical business functions.
production servers, database hosting, internal business tools, mission-critical applications
Predictable financial planning
Automate budget adherence by locking in compute costs for a full year. This provides financial certainty and simplifies forecasting for IT and finance departments.
financial reporting systems, operational dashboards, core business platforms, compliance workloads
Key Features
1-Year Commitment
Achieve significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for your Standard_A2_v2 VM.
Standard_A2_v2 Instance Size
Utilize a cost-effective VM size suitable for a variety of general-purpose workloads.
US West 2 Region
Deploy your resources in a specific geographic location to meet latency or data residency requirements.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Benefit from the reliability, security, and scalability of Microsoft's global cloud infrastructure.
Subscription Billing
Manage your cloud expenses with a clear, predictable subscription model.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require stable and cost-effective compute for trading platforms, risk analysis, and customer portals, benefiting from predictable cloud costs.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers use cloud resources for operational technology, supply chain management, and analytics, needing reliable and budget-controlled IT infrastructure.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations manage patient data and operational systems that demand consistent performance and predictable costs for compliance and efficiency.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services rely on consistent access to case management and client data systems, benefiting from reserved capacity for stable workloads.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Reserved VM Instance?
A Reserved VM Instance is a commitment to use specific virtual machine types in a particular region for a set term, typically 1 or 3 years. In exchange for this commitment, you receive a significant discount compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
Who should purchase a Reserved VM Instance?
Businesses with predictable and stable compute needs are ideal candidates. If you have workloads that run continuously or for extended periods, reserving instances can lead to substantial cost savings.
Can I change the VM size or region after purchase?
Generally, reserved instances are tied to the specific VM size and region committed to. Modifications may be possible under certain conditions or through specific Azure capabilities like the Azure Savings Plan, but direct changes to the reservation itself are limited.
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.