Microsoft Reserved VM Instance Standard_B8as_v2, US East, 1 Year
Secure predictable cloud spending with a 1-year Microsoft Reserved VM Instance for the Standard_B8as_v2 in the US East region.
- Cost Savings: Lock in lower prices for your compute resources over a 1-year term.
- Performance Assurance: Guarantee availability of Standard_B8as_v2 instances in US East for consistent workloads.
- Budget Predictability: Avoid unexpected spikes in cloud expenditure with a fixed commitment.
- Simplified Management: Streamline cloud resource allocation and billing with a single subscription.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a 1-year reservation for a Microsoft Azure Standard_B8as_v2 Virtual Machine instance located in the US East region. By committing to this reservation, you secure a discounted rate compared to pay-as-you-go pricing, ensuring cost predictability for your essential cloud workloads.
This reserved instance is ideal for businesses requiring consistent compute performance for their applications, development environments, or backend services. It is designed for organizations that have stable, predictable usage patterns and want to optimize their Azure spending without sacrificing performance or availability.
- Instance Type: Standard_B8as_v2 provides a balance of CPU and memory for general-purpose workloads.
- Region Specific: Dedicated to the US East region for optimal latency and data residency.
- Commitment Term: A 1-year reservation period ensures cost savings over time.
- Billing Model: Subscription-based billing for predictable monthly or annual costs.
- Resource Guarantee: Ensures capacity is available when you need it, reducing provisioning delays.
Optimize your Azure cloud costs and ensure consistent performance with this 1-year reserved VM instance commitment.
What This Enables
Enable consistent application performance
Enable teams to ensure critical business applications maintain optimal performance levels. This reservation guarantees the availability of compute resources, preventing slowdowns during peak usage periods.
production workloads, development environments, backend services, stable compute needs
Streamline cloud cost management
Streamline cloud cost management by locking in a fixed price for compute resources over a 1-year term. This predictability helps in accurate budgeting and avoids unexpected expenditure increases.
budget-conscious operations, financial planning, long-term IT strategy, cost optimization initiatives
Automate resource provisioning
Automate resource provisioning by having guaranteed capacity available in the specified region. This reduces the time and effort required to scale resources up or down based on demand.
cloud infrastructure, virtualized environments, managed services, IT operations
Key Features
1-Year Reservation Term
Commit to a 1-year term to achieve significant savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for your compute resources.
Standard_B8as_v2 Instance Type
Utilize a versatile VM instance type suitable for a wide range of general-purpose workloads, balancing CPU and memory.
US East Region
Ensure your resources are deployed in the US East region for optimal performance and data locality.
Subscription Billing
Benefit from predictable subscription billing, simplifying financial planning and expense tracking.
Capacity Guarantee
Receive a guarantee of compute capacity, ensuring your instances are available when needed.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require stable, secure, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure to run trading platforms, analytics, and customer management systems.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers use cloud resources for operational technology, supply chain management, IoT data processing, and enterprise applications requiring predictable performance.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need reliable cloud services for patient data management, research, and operational efficiency, often with strict compliance requirements.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality businesses utilize cloud for point-of-sale systems, inventory management, customer analytics, and online services that demand consistent availability.
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, typically 1 or 3 years. In exchange for this commitment, you receive a significant discount compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
How does this reservation save money?
By committing to a 1-year term, you are pre-purchasing compute capacity at a lower rate. This reduces your overall cloud expenditure for the duration of the reservation, especially for workloads with consistent usage.
Can I change the VM instance type or region after purchase?
Reserved Instances are generally tied to the specific VM type and region purchased. Modifications or exchanges may be possible under certain conditions, but it is best to consult the specific terms of service or contact support for details.
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.