Reserved VM Instance Standard_B4as_v2 US West 3 Years
Secure predictable cloud costs for your essential workloads with a 3-year Reserved VM Instance for the Standard_B4as_v2 in the US West region.
- Cost Savings: Lock in lower pricing for your Azure compute resources over a 3-year commitment.
- Performance Assurance: Guarantee availability of the Standard_B4as_v2 instance type in the US West datacenter.
- Budget Predictability: Eliminate unexpected spikes in cloud spending for critical applications.
- Simplified Management: Reduce the need for constant cost optimization efforts for this specific VM.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a 3-year commitment for a Microsoft Azure Standard_B4as_v2 Virtual Machine instance located in the US West region. By reserving this instance, you secure a predictable price and ensure availability for your critical applications, significantly reducing potential cost fluctuations associated with on-demand VM usage.
This solution is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations who require consistent performance and cost control for their business-critical applications running on Azure. It integrates directly into your existing Azure environment, providing a foundational element for your cloud infrastructure without requiring additional management layers.
- 3-Year Commitment: Lock in pricing for a consistent period, offering significant savings over pay-as-you-go.
- Specific Instance Type: Guarantees the availability of the Standard_B4as_v2 VM, suitable for various workloads.
- Defined Region: Secures resources within the US West datacenter for latency and compliance needs.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly fits into your existing Microsoft Azure environment.
- Cost Optimization: Proactively manages cloud spend for predictable budgeting.
This reserved instance provides SMB and mid-market teams with a cost-effective and reliable way to manage their Azure infrastructure for the long term.
What This Enables
Enable predictable cloud spending for critical applications
Enable teams to secure consistent pricing for essential virtual machines, preventing budget overruns. Streamline financial planning by eliminating the variability of on-demand cloud compute costs.
production workloads, long-term deployments, cost-sensitive operations, business continuity planning
Guarantee compute resource availability
Ensure that the Standard_B4as_v2 instance type is available when needed for your core business functions. Automate resource allocation for predictable performance without manual intervention.
mission-critical services, stable application environments, capacity planning, operational stability
Optimize Azure infrastructure costs
Streamline cloud cost management by committing to a specific VM instance and region for an extended period. Reduce overall Azure expenditure through discounted reserved pricing.
cloud cost optimization, long-term Azure strategy, resource provisioning, financial governance
Key Features
3-Year Commitment Term
Lock in significant cost savings compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for your Azure VM.
Standard_B4as_v2 Instance Type
Ensure availability of a specific VM configuration suitable for your application needs.
US West Region
Meet data residency requirements and optimize latency for users in the western United States.
Azure Subscription Integration
Seamlessly apply the reservation to your existing Azure environment for immediate cost benefits.
Predictable Billing
Gain clear visibility into your cloud compute expenses for better financial forecasting.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require predictable costs and guaranteed availability for trading platforms, core banking systems, and risk management applications, making reserved instances ideal for stabilizing operational expenses.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers and research organizations rely on consistent access to patient data systems, imaging analysis tools, and research databases, necessitating stable and cost-effective cloud infrastructure.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers use cloud resources for production monitoring, supply chain management, and IoT data processing, benefiting from predictable costs for continuous operations and analytics.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service organizations manage sensitive client data and require reliable access to case management systems and document repositories, where cost predictability is key.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Reserved VM Instance?
A Reserved VM Instance is a commitment to use a specific virtual machine 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.
How does this save my business money?
By committing to a 3-year term, you secure a lower hourly rate for the Standard_B4as_v2 VM in the US West region, leading to substantial savings over the life of the reservation compared to on-demand pricing.
Can I change the VM instance type or region later?
While the reservation is tied to a specific instance type and region, Azure offers flexibility through reservation exchanges or cancellations under certain conditions, though specific terms apply.
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.