Microsoft Reserved VM Instance Standard_M64s_v2
Secure your Azure compute capacity with a 3-year Microsoft Reserved VM Instance for the Standard_M64s_v2 type in US East 2, guaranteeing predictable costs and performance.
- Cost Savings: Lock in lower prices compared to pay-as-you-go rates for your Standard_M64s_v2 instances over a 3-year term.
- Performance Assurance: Guarantee capacity availability for your critical workloads in the US East 2 region.
- Predictable Budgeting: Simplify financial planning with fixed monthly or upfront payment options for your Azure compute.
- Resource Optimization: Ensure your compute resources are always available for your business operations without unexpected spikes.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a commitment to a specific Azure Virtual Machine configuration, the Standard_M64s_v2, in the US East 2 region for a duration of 3 years. By reserving this instance, you secure a discounted rate compared to on-demand pricing, ensuring cost predictability and guaranteed capacity for your essential applications.
This solution is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies who require consistent, high-performance compute resources for their business operations. It integrates directly into your existing Azure environment, providing a stable foundation for applications that demand reliable uptime and predictable resource allocation.
- Reserved Capacity: Guarantees the availability of Standard_M64s_v2 VM instances in the specified region.
- Significant Cost Savings: Offers substantial discounts over 3 years compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
- Flexible Payment Options: Choose between upfront payment for maximum savings or monthly payments for predictable cash flow.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly fits into your existing Azure subscription and management tools.
- Workload Stability: Ensures consistent performance for critical business applications.
Optimize your Azure spend and ensure consistent performance for your critical business applications with this 3-year Reserved VM Instance commitment.
What This Enables
Ensure Consistent Application Performance
Enable teams to guarantee the availability and performance of mission-critical applications that require specific compute resources. This ensures business continuity and prevents disruptions caused by fluctuating on-demand pricing or capacity constraints.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, virtualized business applications, dedicated compute needs
Optimize Azure Compute Costs
Streamline financial planning by locking in discounted rates for Standard_M64s_v2 instances over a 3-year term. This reduces overall Azure expenditure compared to pay-as-you-go models, providing significant savings.
long-term cloud strategy, predictable operational expenses, cost-conscious IT budgeting, resource-intensive workloads
Meet Regulatory Compliance Demands
Automate the process of maintaining compliant compute resources by reserving specific configurations in a designated region. This helps meet data residency and performance requirements mandated by industry regulations.
data residency requirements, performance-sensitive compliance, audited IT environments, secure application hosting
Key Features
3-Year Commitment
Achieve significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go rates by committing to a longer term.
Standard_M64s_v2 Instance Type
Access a specific, powerful VM configuration optimized for memory-intensive workloads.
US East 2 Region
Ensure your compute resources are located in a specific geographic region for performance or data residency needs.
Reserved Capacity
Guarantee that the compute capacity you need will be available when you need it.
Subscription Billing
Manage your cloud expenses with predictable billing cycles, either upfront or monthly.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require high availability and predictable performance for trading platforms, risk analysis, and customer-facing applications, making reserved instances ideal for cost control and guaranteed capacity.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations handle sensitive patient data and require consistent uptime for electronic health records (EHR) and medical imaging systems, benefiting from reserved capacity for compliance and operational stability.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers often run complex simulation, design, and IoT data processing workloads that demand consistent compute power and predictable costs, making reserved instances a strategic choice for operational efficiency.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies rely on secure, always-available platforms for case management, document analysis, and client communication, where predictable performance and cost management are critical.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Reserved VM Instance?
A Reserved VM Instance is a commitment to use a specific Azure virtual machine configuration for a set term, typically 1 or 3 years, in exchange for a significant discount compared to pay-as-you-go pricing. It guarantees capacity in the chosen region.
How does this save my business money?
By committing to a 3-year term for the Standard_M64s_v2 instance in US East 2, you secure a lower hourly rate for your Azure compute resources. This predictability helps in budgeting and reduces overall cloud expenditure.
Can I change my VM instance type or region later?
While the reservation is for a specific instance type and region, Azure offers flexibility. You can exchange or cancel reservations under certain conditions, or utilize Azure's Savings Plans for greater flexibility across instance types and regions.
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.