Microsoft Reserved VM Instance Standard_B4as_v2, US West 2, 1 Year Subscription
Commit to a Microsoft Reserved VM Instance, Standard_B4as_v2 in US West 2 for a 1-year term to achieve predictable cloud spending.
- Cost Savings: Lock in lower prices for your compute resources over a 1-year term.
- Performance Assurance: Guarantee availability of Standard_B4as_v2 instances in US West 2.
- Predictable Budgeting: Eliminate unexpected spikes in cloud infrastructure costs.
- Resource Commitment: Ensure your critical applications have dedicated virtual machine capacity.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Reserved VM Instance provides a commitment to use specific virtual machine types, Standard_B4as_v2, in the US West 2 region for a 1-year term. By reserving capacity in advance, businesses can significantly reduce their overall cloud computing expenses compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
This offering is ideal for businesses running stable, predictable workloads that do not require frequent changes in VM size or region. It ensures that your essential applications and services have consistent access to the compute power they need, supporting continuous operations and reliable performance for your internal IT infrastructure.
- Instance Type: Standard_B4as_v2
- Region: US West 2
- Commitment Term: 1 Year
- Billing Model: Subscription
- Cost Optimization: Significant savings over on-demand pricing
Secure your compute resources and gain cost predictability with this 1-year Microsoft Reserved VM Instance commitment.
What This Enables
Commit to predictable compute costs
Enable teams to secure consistent pricing for virtual machines over a 1-year term. This reduces the risk of unexpected cost increases and simplifies budget forecasting for IT infrastructure.
stable workloads, predictable resource needs, cost-sensitive operations, cloud infrastructure management
Guarantee resource availability
Ensure that your critical applications always have access to the required Standard_B4as_v2 compute instances in the US West 2 region. This prevents performance degradation due to resource contention.
mission-critical applications, continuous operations, performance-sensitive workloads, dedicated capacity needs
Streamline cloud financial management
Automate cost savings by locking in a favorable rate for your compute resources for the next year. This simplifies procurement and reduces the administrative overhead of managing dynamic cloud costs.
IT budget planning, financial operations, cloud resource optimization, subscription management
Key Features
1-Year Commitment Term
Achieve significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing by committing to usage for a full year.
Standard_B4as_v2 Instance Type
Utilize a cost-effective burstable VM instance suitable for workloads that require occasional high CPU performance.
US West 2 Region
Deploy your applications in a specific geographic location to meet latency or data residency requirements.
Subscription Billing
Benefit from a predictable billing cycle that aligns with your operational budget.
Microsoft Azure Integration
Seamlessly integrate reserved capacity into your existing Microsoft Azure cloud environment.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stable, secure, and cost-effective compute resources for core operations and regulatory compliance.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers often run predictable workloads for ERP, supply chain management, and operational analytics that benefit from reserved capacity.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies need reliable infrastructure for case management, document processing, and client communication.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality groups utilize cloud resources for point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and customer relationship management applications.
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 (e.g., 1 or 3 years). This commitment allows you to receive a significant discount compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
Who should purchase a Reserved VM Instance?
Businesses with stable, predictable workloads that are expected to run for an extended period are ideal candidates. This ensures you maximize the cost savings associated with the reservation.
Can I change the VM instance type or region after purchase?
While the commitment is for a specific instance type and region, Microsoft offers flexibility options. However, changes may be subject to specific terms and conditions or may require exchanges.
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.