Microsoft Reserved VM Instance Standard_B8as_v2, US Central, 1 Year Subscription
Commit to a Microsoft Reserved VM Instance, Standard_B8as_v2 in US Central for one year to secure predictable pricing and optimize your cloud spend.
- Cost Savings: Lock in lower rates for your compute resources over a 1-year term.
- Predictable Performance: Ensure consistent availability for your critical applications.
- Resource Commitment: Guarantee access to specific VM instance types in a chosen region.
- Simplified Management: Streamline budgeting with a fixed annual commitment.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a 1-year commitment for a Microsoft Azure Standard_B8as_v2 Virtual Machine instance located in the US Central region. By reserving this instance, you secure a predictable cost for your compute resources, ensuring consistent performance and availability for your essential business applications.
This reserved instance is ideal for businesses requiring sustained compute capacity for workloads that run consistently. It is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMBs and mid-market companies who manage their own IT infrastructure and cloud deployments, ensuring their operational needs are met without unexpected cost fluctuations.
- Instance Type: Standard_B8as_v2 provides a balance of compute and memory resources.
- Region Specific: Deployed in the US Central region for optimal latency and data residency.
- Commitment Term: A 1-year reservation period.
- Billing Model: Subscription based, providing a fixed cost for the duration.
- Brand: Microsoft Azure.
Optimize your cloud infrastructure costs and ensure reliable performance with this 1-year reserved VM instance commitment.
What This Enables
Secure predictable compute costs for 1 year
Enable teams to budget accurately for essential cloud infrastructure by committing to a specific VM instance type for a fixed term. This ensures consistent resource availability and performance for your core business applications.
Dedicated servers, Web hosting, Development environments, Line-of-business applications
Optimize Azure spending for stable workloads
Streamline operational expenses by locking in discounted rates for compute resources that are utilized consistently. This approach reduces the risk of budget overruns associated with variable cloud pricing models.
Production workloads, Database servers, Application hosting, Consistent compute needs
Guarantee resource availability in US Central
Automate the assurance of compute capacity for your critical systems within the US Central region. This reservation prevents potential resource contention and ensures your applications remain accessible to your users.
Mission-critical applications, Regional deployments, High-availability setups, Disaster recovery sites
Key Features
Standard_B8as_v2 Instance Type
Provides a cost-effective balance of burstable compute and memory for general-purpose workloads.
US Central Region Deployment
Ensures data locality and potentially lower latency for users and systems within the central United States.
1-Year Commitment Term
Secures a discounted rate compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for a predictable duration.
Subscription Billing
Offers a fixed annual cost, simplifying budgeting and financial forecasting for your cloud infrastructure.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Integrates seamlessly with the broader Azure ecosystem for a unified cloud management experience.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stable, secure, and cost-effective compute for trading platforms, risk analysis, and customer-facing applications.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers utilize predictable compute for production management systems, IoT data processing, and supply chain optimization.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service providers need reliable compute for case management, document processing, and client portals.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations require consistent compute for electronic health records, patient portals, and data analytics, often with strict compliance 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 region for a set term (e.g., 1 or 3 years) in exchange for a significant discount compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. It helps optimize cloud costs for predictable workloads.
Who is this reservation best suited for?
This reservation is ideal for businesses with stable, predictable compute needs that plan to run workloads consistently for the duration of the commitment term. It helps manage costs for applications like web servers, development/test environments, or line-of-business applications.
Can I change the VM instance type or region after purchase?
Reserved Instances are tied to specific instance types and regions. While Azure offers some flexibility through the Azure Hybrid Benefit or by exchanging reservations, direct changes to the committed instance type or region are generally not permitted without specific conditions.
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.