Microsoft Reserved VM Instance Standard_E16ps_v6, 3-Year Commitment
Commit to a Microsoft Reserved VM Instance, Standard_E16ps_v6, in US Central for 3 years to achieve significant cost savings on predictable workloads.
- Predictable Pricing: Lock in lower rates for your Azure compute resources over a 3-year term.
- Optimized Performance: Ensure consistent availability and performance for your critical applications.
- Cost Efficiency: Reduce your overall cloud spend by pre-purchasing capacity.
- Resource Assurance: Guarantee access to specific VM instance types in your chosen region.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a 3-year reservation for a Microsoft Azure Standard_E16ps_v6 Virtual Machine instance located in the US Central region. By committing to a reservation, you secure a discounted rate compared to pay-as-you-go pricing, ensuring cost predictability for your consistent compute needs.
Ideal for businesses with stable and predictable Azure compute requirements, this reservation helps manage cloud expenditure effectively. It is designed for organizations that need guaranteed capacity and performance for their core applications, development environments, or backend services without the overhead of managing physical infrastructure.
- Instance Type: Standard_E16ps_v6 provides specific CPU, memory, and networking capabilities.
- Region Specific: Reservation is tied to the US Central Azure region.
- Commitment Term: A 3-year commitment unlocks the most significant savings.
- Billing Model: Subscription based, with upfront or monthly payment options available.
- Cost Savings: Offers substantial discounts over standard pay-as-you-go rates.
Optimize your Azure spend and ensure resource availability with this 3-year reserved VM instance commitment.
What This Enables
Guarantee compute capacity for stable workloads
Enable teams to ensure consistent availability and performance for critical applications running 24/7. This reservation provides guaranteed access to the Standard_E16ps_v6 instance type, preventing performance degradation during peak usage.
production workloads, business-critical applications, long-running services, predictable compute demand
Optimize cloud spending with predictable costs
Streamline budget management by locking in lower rates for your Azure compute resources over a 3-year term. This reduces the financial uncertainty associated with variable pay-as-you-go pricing for consistent needs.
budget-constrained environments, financial planning, cost optimization initiatives, stable operational expenses
Ensure resource availability in a specific region
Automate the process of securing essential VM instances in the US Central region, mitigating the risk of resource unavailability. This provides peace of mind for IT managers overseeing core infrastructure.
regional deployments, disaster recovery planning, compliance requirements, localized services
Key Features
3-Year Commitment Term
Achieve the maximum possible discount on your Azure compute costs by committing to a longer reservation period.
Standard_E16ps_v6 Instance Type
Benefit from a specific configuration of CPU, memory, and networking optimized for general-purpose workloads.
US Central Region
Ensure your resources are deployed in a geographically relevant and performant location for your user base.
Subscription Billing
Manage your cloud expenses with predictable billing cycles, either paid upfront or monthly.
Azure Cost Savings
Significantly reduce your operational expenditure on Azure compute compared to on-demand pricing.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require stable, high-performance computing for trading platforms, risk analysis, and core banking operations, benefiting from predictable costs.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers use Azure for operational technology, supply chain management, and data analytics, needing consistent compute for critical systems.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations rely on secure and available compute for patient record systems, research, and administrative tasks, where uptime is crucial.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies utilize cloud resources for document management, case management, and client collaboration, benefiting from cost predictability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Reserved VM Instance?
A Reserved VM Instance allows you to pre-purchase Azure compute capacity for a 1-year or 3-year term at a significant discount compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. You reserve a specific instance type in a specific region.
How does this reservation save money?
By committing to a 3-year term for the Standard_E16ps_v6 instance in US Central, you lock in a lower hourly rate for the compute capacity, leading to substantial savings over the duration of the reservation compared to standard on-demand pricing.
Can I change the VM instance type or region after purchase?
Azure Reserved Instances can be exchanged for other reservations, canceled, or modified, subject to Azure's terms and conditions. Exchanges are typically for reservations of equal or greater value. Cancellations may incur fees.
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.