Microsoft Reserved VM Instance, Standard_B4s_v2, US West 2, 3 Years
Commit to a Microsoft Reserved VM Instance, Standard_B4s_v2 in US West 2 for 3 years to achieve significant cost savings on your predictable cloud workloads.
- Predictable Cost: Lock in pricing for 3 years, reducing operational expenses.
- Optimized Performance: Ensure consistent availability of Standard_B4s_v2 compute resources.
- Geographic Specificity: Deploy your instance in the US West 2 region for optimal latency.
- Cloud Efficiency: Maximize your cloud investment with a long-term commitment.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Reserved VM Instance provides a commitment to use a specific VM size, Standard_B4s_v2, in the US West 2 region for a duration of 3 years. This reservation guarantees the availability of compute capacity and offers substantial cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for steady-state workloads.
Businesses with consistent and predictable compute needs utilize these reserved instances to manage cloud expenditures effectively. It is ideal for IT managers and business owners seeking to optimize their cloud infrastructure for core applications, development environments, or critical business services without the overhead of managing physical hardware.
- Cost Savings: Achieve up to 70% savings compared to pay-as-you-go rates.
- Capacity Reservation: Guarantees compute capacity in the selected region and availability zone.
- Flexible Options: Available for 1 or 3-year terms to match your commitment level.
- Resource Optimization: Ideal for steady-state workloads and predictable usage patterns.
- Simplified Management: Integrates directly with your Azure subscription for easy management.
Secure your cloud resources and budget predictability with this long-term Microsoft Reserved VM Instance commitment.
What This Enables
Cost savings for predictable workloads
Enable teams to significantly reduce cloud expenditure by committing to a specific VM size and region for a 3-year term. This provides a predictable cost structure for essential business operations.
steady-state workloads, predictable compute needs, Azure cloud environments, long-term infrastructure planning
Guaranteed compute capacity
Ensure consistent availability of Standard_B4s_v2 compute resources in the US West 2 region, preventing performance degradation or service interruptions. This protects critical business functions that rely on uninterrupted access.
mission-critical applications, core business services, development and testing environments, Azure deployments
Budget predictability for IT operations
Streamline financial planning by locking in compute costs for three years, eliminating budget uncertainty associated with fluctuating cloud market prices. This allows for more accurate forecasting and resource allocation.
financial planning, IT budget management, cloud cost optimization, SMB and mid-market IT
Key Features
3-Year Commitment Term
Achieve maximum cost savings by committing to your compute resources for an extended period.
Standard_B4s_v2 VM Size
Benefit from a balanced compute and memory configuration suitable for a wide range of general-purpose workloads.
US West 2 Region
Deploy your instance in a strategic geographic location to optimize performance and meet data residency requirements.
Azure Integration
Seamlessly manage your reserved instance alongside your other Azure resources through the Azure portal.
Capacity Reservation
Ensure that the compute capacity you need is available when you need it, reducing the risk of service disruption.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stable and predictable performance for critical trading, analytics, and customer service applications, making reserved instances a cost-effective choice.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers often run consistent operational software, ERP systems, and IoT data processing that benefit from predictable compute capacity and cost savings.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers rely on consistent access to patient management systems, EMRs, and data analytics platforms, where reserved instances ensure availability and manage costs.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies utilize core business applications for case management, document processing, and client communication that benefit from stable, cost-optimized cloud resources.
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 Azure region for a set term, typically 1 or 3 years. This reservation allows for significant discounts on compute costs for predictable workloads.
Who should use Reserved VM Instances?
Businesses with steady-state workloads and predictable compute needs are ideal candidates. This includes core business applications, development environments, and other services that run continuously.
How does this save money?
By committing to a 3-year term for the Standard_B4s_v2 VM in US West 2, you secure a lower per-hour rate compared to pay-as-you-go pricing, leading to substantial overall cost savings.
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
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