Microsoft Reserved VM Instance Standard_D4as_v5 US Gov Virginia 1 Year
Secure predictable performance and cost savings with a 1-year Microsoft Reserved VM Instance for Standard_D4as_v5 in the US Gov Virginia region.
- Cost Savings: Lock in lower prices compared to pay-as-you-go for predictable workloads.
- Performance Assurance: Guarantee capacity for your critical applications in a specific region.
- Government Compliance: Hosted in a US government-specific cloud environment.
- Simplified Management: Subscription-based billing for easier IT budget planning.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a 1-year reservation for a Microsoft Azure Standard_D4as_v5 Virtual Machine instance located in the US Government Virginia region. By committing to a reservation, you secure a discounted rate compared to pay-as-you-go pricing, ensuring cost predictability for your essential cloud workloads.
Ideal for government agencies and contractors requiring a secure, compliant cloud environment, this reserved instance guarantees compute capacity for your applications. It is designed for organizations that have consistent and predictable Azure usage patterns and need to manage IT expenses effectively.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees instance availability in the specified region.
- Cost Optimization: Significant savings over on-demand pricing for 1-year commitment.
- US Government Cloud: Hosted within Azure's dedicated US government infrastructure.
- Standard_D4as_v5 Instance: Offers a balance of compute and memory for general-purpose workloads.
- Subscription Billing: Predictable monthly or annual billing for easier financial planning.
Ensure consistent performance and budget control for your critical government workloads with this reserved VM instance.
What This Enables
Ensure predictable costs for consistent workloads
Enable teams to lock in discounted pricing for Azure compute resources over a 1-year term. This eliminates budget surprises and optimizes spending for applications with steady demand.
production workloads, development/test environments, long-running batch jobs
Guarantee compute capacity for critical applications
Streamline operations by ensuring that essential applications always have the necessary compute resources available. This prevents performance degradation and downtime during peak usage periods.
mission-critical systems, core business applications, high-availability deployments
Meet US government cloud compliance requirements
Automate compliance adherence by deploying workloads within Azure's dedicated US government cloud environment. This ensures data residency and security standards are met for sensitive government data.
government agencies, defense contractors, regulated industries
Key Features
1-Year Commitment
Achieve significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go rates for predictable workloads.
Standard_D4as_v5 Instance Type
Utilize a versatile VM size offering a good balance of vCPUs and memory for general-purpose computing needs.
US Gov Virginia Region
Deploy applications within a secure, compliant Azure environment designed for U.S. government entities.
Reserved Capacity
Ensure your compute resources are available when you need them, preventing unexpected capacity constraints.
Subscription Billing
Benefit from predictable billing cycles, making IT budget management more straightforward.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This instance is specifically hosted in a US government cloud environment, meeting stringent security and compliance requirements for public sector organizations.
Defense & Aerospace
Defense contractors and aerospace companies often require secure, dedicated cloud infrastructure that adheres to specific government standards.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handling sensitive client data can benefit from the enhanced security and compliance of a government-specific cloud.
Finance & Insurance
Organizations in these sectors may have regulatory requirements or internal policies that necessitate the use of highly secure and compliant cloud environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Reserved VM Instance?
A Reserved VM Instance allows you to pre-purchase compute capacity for Azure Virtual Machines at a discounted rate in exchange for a 1-year or 3-year commitment. This helps optimize costs for predictable workloads.
How does this differ from pay-as-you-go pricing?
Pay-as-you-go offers flexibility but can be more expensive for consistent usage. A reservation guarantees capacity and provides significant cost savings for workloads that run continuously or predictably.
Can I change the VM size or region after purchase?
While the commitment is for a specific instance type and region, Azure offers flexibility options. You can exchange or modify reservations under certain conditions, subject to Azure's policies.
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.