Microsoft Reserved VM Instance STANDARD_NC24S_V3
Secure predictable pricing for your high-performance computing needs with a 1-year Microsoft Azure Reserved VM Instance for the STANDARD_NC24S_V3 instance type in US West.
- Cost Savings: Lock in lower prices compared to pay-as-you-go rates for consistent compute usage.
- Performance Assurance: Guarantee availability of specific VM instance types for your critical applications.
- Budget Predictability: Stabilize IT expenditure with a fixed cost for your Azure compute resources over a 1-year term.
- Resource Commitment: Reserve capacity in the US West region to meet your application's performance and availability requirements.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a 1-year reservation for a Microsoft Azure STANDARD_NC24S_V3 Virtual Machine instance located in the US West region. By committing to a reservation, your organization secures discounted pricing and guarantees the availability of this specific compute capacity for your business-critical applications.
This reservation is ideal for SMB and mid-market organizations that have consistent, predictable compute demands for high-performance workloads. It integrates directly into your Azure environment, ensuring your applications have the necessary resources without the overhead of managing physical hardware or fluctuating cloud costs.
- Discounted Pricing: Achieve significant savings over pay-as-you-go rates for the reserved instance.
- Capacity Reservation: Ensure the availability of STANDARD_NC24S_V3 compute resources in the US West region.
- 1-Year Term: Commit to a fixed duration for predictable budgeting and cost management.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly fits within your existing Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure.
- Performance Optimization: Ideal for compute-intensive workloads requiring consistent performance.
Secure your high-performance Azure compute resources at a predictable cost with this 1-year reservation, perfect for businesses needing reliable capacity.
What This Enables
Enable High-Performance Computing Workloads
Enable teams to run compute-intensive applications, such as AI/ML training or complex simulations, with guaranteed access to powerful STANDARD_NC24S_V3 instances. Streamline resource allocation and ensure consistent performance for demanding tasks.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, dedicated compute clusters, performance-sensitive applications
Optimize Cloud Spend for Predictable Usage
Streamline budgeting by locking in discounted rates for consistent Azure compute usage over a 1-year term. Automate cost savings for workloads that operate 24/7 or have predictable peak periods.
long-term application hosting, steady-state workloads, cost-conscious IT operations, financial planning
Ensure Application Availability and Uptime
Guarantee the availability of critical application resources by reserving specific VM instance types in the US West region. Protect against potential capacity shortages and ensure uninterrupted service delivery for your business operations.
business-critical application hosting, disaster recovery planning, service level agreement (SLA) adherence, mission-critical systems
Key Features
Reserved Instance Commitment
Achieve substantial cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for consistent Azure compute usage.
STANDARD_NC24S_V3 Instance Type
Access powerful compute capabilities optimized for GPU-intensive and high-performance computing tasks.
1-Year Term
Gain predictable costs and budget stability for your Azure infrastructure over a defined period.
US West Region
Ensure low latency and high availability for users and applications located in or serving the western United States.
Capacity Reservation
Guarantee the availability of your chosen VM instance type, preventing potential resource contention.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Supports high-performance computing needs for simulations, CAD/CAM, and IoT data processing, often requiring dedicated and predictable compute resources.
Finance & Insurance
Enables risk modeling, algorithmic trading, and complex data analysis that demand consistent, high-performance compute power and strict adherence to performance SLAs.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Facilitates genomic sequencing, medical imaging analysis, and drug discovery simulations requiring significant GPU acceleration and reliable compute capacity.
Education & Research
Provides essential computational resources for scientific research, large-scale data analysis, and AI/ML model training for academic institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Microsoft Azure Reserved VM Instance?
A Reserved VM Instance (RI) allows you to pre-pay for Azure compute capacity for a 1-year or 3-year term. This commitment provides significant discounts compared to pay-as-you-go pricing and guarantees the availability of specific VM instance types in a chosen region.
Who benefits from Reserved VM Instances?
Organizations with consistent, predictable Azure compute usage benefit most. This includes businesses running mission-critical applications, steady-state workloads, or those needing to guarantee capacity for performance-sensitive tasks.
Can I change the VM instance type or region after purchasing a reservation?
Azure Reserved Instances offer flexibility. You can exchange or cancel reservations under certain conditions, though specific terms and potential fees may apply. It is advisable to carefully plan your reservation based on anticipated needs.
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.