Microsoft Reserved VM Instance Standard_B2s, US Gov Virginia, 3-Year Term
Secure predictable pricing for your critical Microsoft Azure virtual machines in the US Government Virginia region with a 3-year Standard_B2s reserved instance.
- Cost Savings: Lock in lower prices compared to pay-as-you-go for consistent workloads.
- Performance Assurance: Guarantee capacity for your Standard_B2s virtual machines.
- US Gov Compliance: Deploy within the secure Microsoft Azure US Government cloud.
- Predictable Budgeting: Simplify financial planning with a fixed 3-year commitment.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a 3-year reservation for a Microsoft Azure Standard_B2s virtual machine instance located in the US Government Virginia region. By committing to a 3-year term, you secure significant cost savings compared to on-demand pricing, ensuring predictable expenses for your essential cloud workloads.
Ideal for government agencies and contractors requiring secure, compliant cloud infrastructure, this reserved instance guarantees capacity and performance for your Standard_B2s VMs. It integrates directly into your existing Azure environment, simplifying management and deployment for your internal IT operations.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees the availability of Standard_B2s VM instances in the specified region.
- Cost Optimization: Offers substantial discounts over pay-as-you-go pricing for long-term usage.
- US Gov Cloud: Deploys within Microsoft's secure Azure Government cloud environment.
- 3-Year Term: Provides price stability and budget predictability over an extended period.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly fits within your existing Microsoft Azure subscription and management tools.
Ensure consistent performance and cost efficiency for your vital US Government Azure workloads with this 3-year reserved instance.
What This Enables
Optimize Costs for Stable Workloads
Enable teams to reduce cloud expenditure by locking in lower prices for virtual machines that run consistently. Streamline budgeting with predictable monthly or annual costs over a three-year commitment.
consistent compute, predictable resource needs, long-term cloud strategy, cost-conscious operations
Guarantee Resource Availability
Ensure critical applications and services remain accessible by reserving compute capacity in advance. Automate the provisioning process for essential virtual machines, preventing delays during peak demand.
mission-critical applications, high-availability requirements, production environments, business continuity
Meet US Government Cloud Requirements
Deploy workloads within the secure Microsoft Azure Government cloud, meeting stringent compliance and data residency needs. Streamline the procurement of compliant cloud infrastructure for government projects.
government agencies, defense contractors, regulated industries, secure data handling
Key Features
3-Year Reservation Term
Lock in significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for predictable, long-term usage.
Standard_B2s Instance Type
Provides a cost-effective compute option suitable for a variety of workloads, including development, testing, and low-traffic web servers.
US Government Virginia Region
Ensures compliance and data residency requirements are met by deploying within Microsoft's secure Azure Government cloud.
Guaranteed Capacity
Ensures that the compute resources you need are available when you need them, preventing performance bottlenecks.
Subscription Billing
Integrates with your existing Azure billing, providing a clear and consolidated view of your cloud costs.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
Specifically designed for deployment within the Azure Government cloud, meeting stringent security and compliance needs for public sector entities.
Defense & Aerospace
Provides a secure and compliant environment for defense contractors and related organizations handling sensitive information.
Finance & Insurance
Offers a secure platform for financial institutions that require robust data protection and compliance with regulations like FedRAMP.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Supports healthcare organizations needing secure, compliant cloud solutions for patient data and critical operations within the US Government cloud.
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 (e.g., 1 or 3 years). In exchange for this commitment, you receive a significant discount compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
Who is the target customer for this offering?
This offering is ideal for government agencies and organizations that handle sensitive data and require deployment within the Microsoft Azure Government cloud. It is best suited for businesses with predictable and consistent virtual machine usage.
How does this reservation affect my Azure billing?
The cost of the reserved instance is billed upfront or over the term, depending on the payment option chosen. This reservation then applies a discount to the usage of matching virtual machines, reducing your overall Azure bill.
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.