Microsoft Reserved VM Instance Standard_B2s_v2, US West 3, 3 Years
Commit to a Microsoft Reserved VM Instance for Standard_B2s_v2 in US West 3 for three years to ensure predictable performance and cost savings.
- Cost Savings: Achieve significant discounts compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for consistent workloads.
- Predictable Performance: Guarantee resource availability for your critical applications and services.
- Optimized Capacity: Reserve compute capacity in a specific Azure region for your business needs.
- Simplified Management: Lock in pricing and capacity for a defined term, reducing procurement overhead.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Reserved VM Instance provides a Standard_B2s_v2 virtual machine in the US West 3 Azure region, committed for a 3-year term. It offers a cost-effective solution for businesses with steady-state compute requirements, ensuring predictable performance and significant savings over standard pay-as-you-go rates.
Ideal for SMBs and mid-market organizations, this reservation is designed for IT managers and business owners who need to manage IT infrastructure costs while maintaining reliable access to essential computing resources. It integrates directly into your existing Azure environment, providing a foundational element for your cloud-based applications and services.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees the availability of Standard_B2s_v2 compute resources in the US West 3 region.
- Cost Optimization: Offers substantial savings compared to on-demand VM pricing for long-term usage.
- 3-Year Term: Locks in pricing and capacity for an extended period, simplifying budget forecasting.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly fits within your existing Microsoft Azure cloud deployment.
- Performance Assurance: Ensures consistent performance for applications with predictable resource demands.
Secure your compute resources and budget with this long-term commitment for your essential business applications.
What This Enables
Cost-effective compute for steady workloads
Enable teams to run applications with consistent resource demands at a reduced cost. This reservation guarantees capacity and predictable pricing, simplifying financial planning for essential IT services.
cloud-hosted applications, virtual desktops, development environments, backend services
Predictable performance for critical services
Ensure your vital business applications maintain consistent performance and availability. This reservation eliminates the variability of on-demand pricing and resource contention.
production databases, line-of-business applications, customer-facing portals, internal business tools
Budget certainty for cloud infrastructure
Streamline IT budgeting by locking in compute costs for a 3-year term. This provides financial predictability and reduces the need for frequent cost monitoring and adjustments.
long-term projects, stable infrastructure deployments, financial planning cycles, operational cost management
Key Features
3-Year Term Commitment
Lock in significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for predictable, long-term usage.
Standard_B2s_v2 VM Type
Access a cost-effective VM size suitable for a variety of general-purpose workloads.
US West 3 Azure Region
Ensure your resources are located in a specific geographic area for performance or compliance reasons.
Capacity Reservation
Guarantee the availability of compute resources, preventing potential downtime due to capacity constraints.
Azure Integration
Seamlessly deploy and manage within your existing Microsoft Azure environment.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require stable, secure, and cost-effective IT infrastructure to manage sensitive data and critical operations.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers rely on consistent IT performance for operational efficiency, supply chain management, and production monitoring.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations need reliable access to case management, document storage, and client communication tools.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers need dependable IT systems for patient records, scheduling, and operational management, often with specific regional deployment needs.
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 Azure 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 is this reservation for?
This reservation is ideal for businesses with stable, predictable workloads that will run continuously or for extended periods. It helps optimize costs for applications that do not require frequent scaling up or down.
Can I change the VM size or region after purchase?
While the specific VM size and region are committed, Azure offers flexibility options. It is recommended to consult Azure documentation or your Zent Networks representative for the latest policies on modifications.
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.