Reserved VM Instance Standard_D3_v2 1 Year
Secure predictable cloud costs and dedicated capacity with a Microsoft Reserved VM Instance for Standard_D3_v2 in US Gov Virginia, valid for one year.
- Dedicated Capacity: Guarantees access to specific VM resources, preventing noisy neighbor issues.
- Cost Savings: Offers significant discounts compared to pay-as-you-go pricing for consistent workloads.
- Compliance Ready: Designed for US Government environments, meeting stringent security and regulatory needs.
- Predictable Billing: Locks in pricing for the term, simplifying budget management for essential services.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Microsoft Reserved VM Instance provides a commitment to a specific VM size, Standard_D3_v2, within the US Government cloud region in Virginia for a duration of one year. It ensures dedicated capacity and predictable pricing for your critical workloads, offering a cost-effective solution for sustained Azure usage.
This offering is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations who require consistent performance and cost control for their Azure-based applications and services. It integrates directly into your existing Azure environment, providing a foundation for stable and reliable operations without the overhead of managing physical hardware.
- Guaranteed Capacity: Ensures your Standard_D3_v2 VM is always available when you need it.
- Cost Optimization: Achieves substantial savings over on-demand pricing for long-term deployments.
- Azure Government Compliance: Meets the specific security and regulatory requirements of US government entities.
- Simplified Management: Reduces the complexity of capacity planning and resource allocation.
- Performance Consistency: Provides a stable computing environment for mission-critical applications.
This reserved instance is the smart choice for businesses needing reliable, cost-effective cloud resources without enterprise-level complexity.
What This Enables
Enable consistent application performance
Enable teams to ensure critical business applications maintain optimal performance by reserving dedicated compute resources. Streamline operations by eliminating the variability associated with on-demand VM instances.
cloud-hosted applications, dedicated workloads, predictable resource needs, long-term deployments
Optimize cloud spending for steady workloads
Streamline budgeting and reduce operational expenses by committing to a specific VM size for a one-year term. Automate cost savings for workloads that run continuously or have predictable usage patterns.
stable infrastructure, cost-conscious IT, financial planning, subscription-based services
Meet US Government cloud requirements
Ensure compliance and security for sensitive data by utilizing Azure Government cloud infrastructure. Enable teams to deploy applications that adhere to stringent regulatory standards and data residency requirements.
government contracts, regulated data, secure environments, compliance mandates
Key Features
Standard_D3_v2 VM Size
Provides a balanced configuration of compute and memory suitable for a wide range of business applications.
1 Year Reservation Term
Locks in pricing and capacity for a full year, simplifying financial planning and ensuring cost predictability.
US Gov Virginia Region
Meets the specific compliance and security needs of US government entities and contractors.
Reserved Instance Pricing
Offers significant discounts compared to pay-as-you-go rates for consistent Azure usage.
Dedicated Capacity
Guarantees that the compute resources are allocated solely to your subscription, preventing performance impacts from other tenants.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
Azure Government is specifically designed to meet the stringent compliance and security requirements of US federal, state, local, and tribal governments.
Finance & Insurance
This sector often requires dedicated resources and predictable performance for sensitive financial applications and regulatory compliance.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Organizations in this sector handle sensitive patient data and often require secure, compliant cloud environments with guaranteed resource availability.
Defense & National Security
These entities operate under strict security protocols and often require specialized cloud offerings like Azure Government to protect classified or sensitive information.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Reserved VM Instance?
A Reserved VM Instance is a commitment to use a specific type of virtual machine in a particular region for a set term (1 or 3 years). In return, you receive a significant discount compared to pay-as-you-go pricing.
Who is this instance suitable for?
This instance is ideal for businesses with stable, predictable workloads that require consistent performance and cost control within the Azure Government cloud environment.
Can I change the VM size or region after purchase?
While you can exchange or cancel reservations under certain conditions, the primary benefit is committing to a specific size and region for the duration of the term to maximize savings.
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.