Azure VMware Solution, while available from only a single SoR (Microsoft), provides at least three different means of achieving cost efficiencies: discount bundling with other software and services, Microsoft licensing, and cost-efficient connectivity.
The SLA services across both providers may be found here .
A Microsoft EA may provide higher discounting levels for AVS hosts, Microsoft software, SaaS offerings (O365), and other Azure services. VMs in AVS (or Azure in general), enjoy extended lifecycle support at no added cost and license mobility options for some existing licensed products if software assurance is maintained. For new licenses, a SPLA can be utilized. Do note that AVS does not currently support custom core counts, and thus other enterprise software must be licensed at the full capacity of the host.
For those with a direct connect (DX), we recommend exploring ExpressRoute Local for potential AVS bandwidth charge reductions. It's worth noting that one’s AVS spend and commitments, including RIs , can be managed alongside native services through the central Azure portal . While these two classes of services are managed under a single portal, the SLA is distinct.
In the next section, learn about customer and cloud provider responsibilities.
