Microsoft Reserved VM Instance STANDARD_M192S_V2
Commit to a 3-year term for the Microsoft Azure STANDARD_M192S_V2 Reserved VM Instance in US West 2 to significantly reduce your cloud computing costs.
- Cost Savings: Secure substantial discounts on your VM compute costs compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
- Predictable Spending: Lock in pricing for three years, enabling better budget forecasting and financial planning.
- Capacity Reservation: Guarantee availability of specific VM instance types in a chosen region for critical workloads.
- Performance Assurance: Ensure consistent performance for your applications by reserving the necessary compute resources.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a Microsoft Azure Reserved VM Instance (RI) for the STANDARD_M192S_V2 instance type, located in the US West 2 region, for a commitment term of 3 years. Reserved Instances allow you to pre-pay for compute capacity, offering significant cost savings over on-demand pricing for predictable, long-running workloads.
Businesses with consistent Azure compute needs, such as those running core business applications, databases, or development/testing environments, benefit from this reservation. It ensures that the required computing power is available when needed, fitting seamlessly into existing Azure deployments without requiring changes to application architecture.
- Discounted Compute: Achieve up to 70% savings compared to pay-as-you-go rates for the specified VM instance.
- Resource Guarantee: Reserve compute capacity in a specific Azure region, ensuring availability for your critical applications.
- Flexible Management: Reserved Instances can be exchanged or cancelled (subject to terms) if your needs change.
- Simplified Billing: Costs are predictable and consolidated on your Azure bill, simplifying financial management.
- Azure Hybrid Benefit: Combine with Azure Hybrid Benefit for further savings on Windows Server and SQL Server licenses.
This 3-year commitment is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations seeking to optimize their Azure cloud spend and ensure resource availability for essential business operations.
What This Enables
Cost Optimization for Predictable Workloads
Enable teams to significantly reduce their Azure compute expenses by committing to a 3-year term for specific VM instance types. Streamline cloud budget management with predictable monthly billing for essential services.
consistent azure usage, long-term application hosting, predictable compute needs, core business systems
Guaranteeing Compute Capacity Availability
Ensure critical business applications have guaranteed access to the necessary computing power by reserving STANDARD_M192S_V2 instances in US West 2. Protect against potential resource contention during peak demand periods.
mission-critical applications, high-availability requirements, performance-sensitive workloads, business continuity planning
Financial Planning for Cloud Infrastructure
Automate predictable cloud spending by locking in pricing for three years, allowing for more accurate financial forecasting and budgeting. Reduce the financial risk associated with fluctuating on-demand VM costs.
budget-conscious organizations, financial forecasting, long-term IT strategy, operational expense management
Key Features
3-Year Commitment Term
Achieve the deepest discounts on Azure compute costs by committing to a longer reservation period, maximizing your savings over time.
STANDARD_M192S_V2 Instance Type
Secure access to a powerful VM configuration optimized for memory-intensive workloads, ensuring your applications have the resources they need.
US West 2 Region
Guarantee resource availability in a specific geographic location, crucial for meeting data residency requirements and minimizing latency for end-users.
Pre-payment Discount
Reduce your overall Azure operational expenses by paying upfront for compute capacity, translating to significant cost savings.
Azure Portal Management
Easily manage your reserved instances, track savings, and adjust scope if needed through the familiar Azure management interface.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly available and performant systems for trading, risk management, and customer transactions, making reserved instances ideal for predictable, mission-critical workloads.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations handle sensitive patient data and often run complex analytics or EMR systems that demand consistent uptime and performance, aligning with the benefits of reserved capacity.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers utilize Azure for operational technology, supply chain management, and IoT data processing, often involving consistent compute demands that benefit from cost-effective reserved instances.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies rely on secure, always-on platforms for case management, document storage, and client communication, where predictable performance and cost are paramount.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Microsoft Azure Reserved VM Instance?
A Reserved VM Instance (RI) is a pricing model where you commit to using a specific VM instance type in a particular region for a set term (1 or 3 years) in exchange for a significant discount compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. It guarantees capacity and reduces costs for predictable workloads.
How does this reservation save my business money?
By committing to a 3-year term for the STANDARD_M192S_V2 instance in US West 2, you secure a substantially lower hourly rate for compute capacity than if you were to use on-demand instances. This leads to predictable and reduced cloud infrastructure costs.
Can I change the VM instance type or region if my needs change?
Azure Reserved Instances offer flexibility. You can exchange your RI for another instance type or region, or cancel it, subject to Azure's terms and conditions. This allows you to adapt to evolving business requirements without losing your investment.
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.