Microsoft Reserved VM Instance Standard_E2as_v5, 1 Year Commitment
Commit to a Microsoft Reserved VM Instance, Standard_E2as_v5, for one year in US East to achieve predictable cloud spending and consistent performance.
- Cost Savings: Lock in lower prices for your compute resources over a 1-year term.
- Performance Assurance: Guarantee availability of Standard_E2as_v5 instances in the US East region.
- Predictable Budgeting: Eliminate unexpected spikes in cloud expenditure for critical workloads.
- Simplified Management: Streamline cloud resource allocation with a pre-purchased commitment.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Reserved VM Instance, Standard_E2as_v5, provides a commitment for compute capacity in the US East region for a 1-year term. It allows organizations to secure specific VM types at a reduced price compared to pay-as-you-go rates, ensuring consistent performance and cost predictability for essential applications.
Ideal for businesses with stable, ongoing compute needs, this reservation is suitable for IT Managers and IT Professionals managing cloud infrastructure. It integrates directly into the Azure environment, supporting a wide range of business applications and workloads that require reliable and cost-effective virtual machine resources.
- Cost Optimization: Significant savings compared to on-demand pricing for consistent workloads.
- Capacity Reservation: Guarantees access to Standard_E2as_v5 instances in the specified region.
- Flexible Deployment: Supports various operating systems and application stacks.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly fits within your existing Microsoft Azure environment.
- Predictable Billing: Fixed costs for the 1-year commitment period simplify financial planning.
Optimize your Azure spend and ensure consistent performance by reserving your Standard_E2as_v5 VM instances for a full year.
What This Enables
Enable consistent application performance
Enable teams to ensure critical business applications run reliably without performance degradation. Streamline operations by guaranteeing the availability of necessary compute resources for sustained periods.
production workloads, business-critical applications, stable compute environments, long-term deployments
Optimize cloud infrastructure costs
Streamline cloud spending by locking in lower rates for compute resources over a 1-year term. Automate cost reduction for predictable workloads, freeing up budget for other IT initiatives.
budget-conscious operations, predictable resource utilization, financial planning, cost management
Guarantee compute capacity
Enable teams to secure essential virtual machine capacity in advance, preventing potential shortages during peak demand. Protect against unexpected price increases and ensure resource availability.
capacity planning, resource allocation, stable infrastructure, business continuity
Key Features
1-Year Commitment
Achieve significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for your compute resources.
Standard_E2as_v5 VM Size
Utilize a versatile VM size suitable for a wide range of general-purpose workloads and applications.
US East Region
Ensure low latency and high availability for users and applications located in or near the eastern United States.
Azure Platform Integration
Seamlessly integrate with your existing Microsoft Azure services and infrastructure.
Predictable Billing
Gain financial predictability with fixed costs for the duration of the commitment.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stable, secure, and cost-effective compute for trading platforms, risk analysis, and customer management systems.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers leverage cloud compute for operational technology, supply chain management, and data analytics to optimize production processes.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers use cloud resources for electronic health records, medical imaging, and research, demanding consistent performance and availability.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality businesses rely on cloud infrastructure for point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and customer engagement platforms.
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 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.
Who benefits from Reserved VM Instances?
Organizations with stable, predictable, and long-term compute needs benefit most. This includes businesses running essential applications, databases, or services that require consistent uptime and performance.
Can I change the VM size or region after purchase?
Generally, reserved instances are tied to the specific VM size and region purchased. Modifications may be possible under certain conditions or through Azure's exchange program, but it is best to plan your needs carefully upfront.
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.