Microsoft Reserved VM Instance Standard_F48s_v2 US DOD East 3-Year Subscription
Secure predictable pricing for Microsoft Azure VM instances with a 3-year reservation in the US DOD East region, ensuring consistent operational costs for your critical workloads.
- Cost Savings: Lock in lower prices compared to pay-as-you-go rates for the duration of the 3-year term.
- Budget Predictability: Stabilize your cloud expenditure with fixed monthly or annual billing for dedicated VM capacity.
- Performance Assurance: Guarantee availability of Standard_F48s_v2 instance types in the US DOD East region for your essential applications.
- Compliance Ready: Supports US Department of Defense East region requirements for secure and compliant cloud deployments.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Reserved VM Instance (RI) provides a commitment to use specific Azure VM instance types, in this case, Standard_F48s_v2, within the US DOD East region for a 3-year term. By reserving capacity, organizations gain significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing, ensuring predictable operational expenses for their critical cloud-based applications.
IT Managers and Business Owners in SMB and mid-market companies utilize these reservations to optimize their Azure spending, particularly for workloads with consistent usage patterns. This offering fits into their existing Azure environment, providing a cost-effective foundation for sustained operations without the overhead of managing fluctuating cloud costs.
- 3-Year Commitment: Secures a fixed price for Standard_F48s_v2 instances for three years.
- US DOD East Region: Specifically designated for deployments within the US Department of Defense East Azure region.
- Cost Optimization: Offers substantial savings over on-demand pricing for predictable workloads.
- Capacity Reservation: Guarantees the availability of the specified VM instance type.
- Subscription Billing: Provides a clear and consistent billing model for easier financial planning.
Optimize your Azure cloud spend and ensure consistent performance with this 3-year reserved instance, ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations seeking cost predictability.
What This Enables
Enable consistent performance for critical applications
Enable teams to ensure their vital business applications, such as core databases or ERP systems, have guaranteed access to the Standard_F48s_v2 compute resources they require. This prevents performance degradation and ensures continuous operation for mission-critical functions.
cloud-native applications, business-critical systems, predictable workloads, Azure deployments
Streamline cloud cost management
Streamline financial planning by locking in a fixed price for Azure VM capacity over a 3-year term. This eliminates the variability of pay-as-you-go pricing, allowing for more accurate budgeting and cost control for essential IT infrastructure.
budget-conscious organizations, financial forecasting, cloud cost optimization, subscription-based IT
Meet US DOD East region compliance needs
Automate adherence to specific compliance requirements by deploying within the US DOD East Azure region with a pre-committed instance type. This reservation supports organizations needing to maintain data residency and security standards within this specialized environment.
government contractors, regulated industries, secure cloud environments, US federal compliance
Key Features
3-Year Reservation Term
Locks in significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go rates for the entire commitment period.
Standard_F48s_v2 Instance Type
Provides a specific, powerful compute configuration suitable for demanding applications and workloads.
US DOD East Region Availability
Ensures deployment within a secure and compliant Azure region tailored for specific government and defense needs.
Subscription Billing
Offers predictable, fixed billing cycles that simplify financial management and budgeting.
Capacity Guarantee
Ensures that the reserved VM instance type is available when needed, preventing delays and performance issues.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This instance is specifically located in the US DOD East region, making it suitable for government agencies and contractors requiring compliance with specific data residency and security mandates.
Finance & Insurance
Organizations in this sector often require predictable costs and high availability for critical financial applications, benefiting from the cost savings and capacity guarantees of reserved instances.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Predictable operational costs are crucial for manufacturers running production management systems or IoT platforms on Azure, where consistent performance and budget stability are paramount.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers and life sciences organizations need reliable and cost-effective infrastructure for patient data management and research applications, benefiting from the stability of reserved instances.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Reserved VM Instance?
A Reserved VM Instance (RI) is a commitment to use specific Azure VM instance types in a particular region for a 1- or 3-year term. 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 3-year term for the Standard_F48s_v2 instance in the US DOD East region, you secure a lower price per hour than if you were to pay for the VM on a month-to-month basis. This is ideal for workloads that run consistently.
Can I change the instance type or region after purchase?
Generally, reserved instances are tied to the specific instance type and region purchased. Azure offers some flexibility through the RI exchange program, but it is best to confirm current policies for modifications.
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.