Microsoft Azure D4 v4 Virtual Machines
Microsoft Azure D4 v4 Virtual Machines provide scalable and cost-effective compute resources designed for a wide range of business workloads, offering enhanced performance for your critical applications.
- Scalable Compute: Access flexible virtual machine instances that can be easily scaled up or down to meet fluctuating demand.
- Enhanced Performance: Benefit from the latest Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL processor, delivering high-speed processing for demanding applications.
- Cost Efficiency: Optimize your IT budget with pay-as-you-go pricing and reserved instance options for predictable costs.
- Global Availability: Deploy virtual machines in Microsoft's global network of data centers for low latency and high availability.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Microsoft Azure D4 v4 Virtual Machines are general-purpose compute instances optimized to balance CPU and memory resources. They are ideal for enterprise-grade applications, offering a consistent and reliable platform for your business operations.
These virtual machines are designed for IT professionals and business owners managing SMB and mid-market environments. They fit into existing cloud infrastructure, providing a foundation for applications, development, testing, and data processing without requiring significant upfront hardware investment.
- Optimized for General Purpose: Suitable for a wide array of workloads including web servers, small to medium databases, and development/testing environments.
- Latest Processor Technology: Features Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL processors with a sustained all-core turbo clock speed of 3.4 GHz.
- Flexible Storage Options: Supports Premium SSD, Standard SSD, and Standard HDD storage for tailored performance and cost needs.
- High Throughput Networking: Offers up to 12,500 Mbps of network bandwidth for demanding network-intensive applications.
- Secure and Compliant: Built on Azure's secure infrastructure, helping meet regulatory compliance requirements.
Azure D4 v4 Virtual Machines offer a powerful, flexible, and cost-effective solution for businesses seeking enterprise-grade performance without the associated overhead.
What This Enables
Deploying Business Critical Applications
Enable teams to host and run essential business applications, such as ERP systems, CRM platforms, and custom business software. Ensure high availability and consistent performance for uninterrupted operations.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, existing on-premises infrastructure, virtualized workloads
Development and Testing Environments
Streamline the development lifecycle by providing developers with on-demand access to powerful virtual machines for coding, testing, and staging. Accelerate time to market for new features and applications.
agile development workflows, CI/CD pipelines, software development teams, application modernization projects
Hosting Databases and Data Analytics
Automate the deployment of robust database instances and data analytics platforms. Support data-intensive workloads with flexible storage and high-speed networking capabilities.
data warehousing, business intelligence platforms, relational database hosting, big data processing
Key Features
Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL Processor
Achieve faster processing speeds and improved application responsiveness for demanding workloads.
Balanced CPU-to-Memory Ratio
Optimize performance for a wide range of general-purpose applications and services.
Premium SSD and Standard Storage Options
Select the right storage performance and cost for your specific application needs.
High Throughput Networking
Ensure fast and reliable data transfer for network-intensive applications and services.
Azure Global Network
Deploy resources close to your users for reduced latency and enhanced availability.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require high availability and performance for trading platforms, risk management systems, and customer-facing applications, often needing to meet strict regulatory compliance standards.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need secure and reliable infrastructure for electronic health records (EHR), medical imaging, and patient portals, often subject to HIPAA compliance.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers utilize cloud resources for operational technology (OT) integration, supply chain management, and data analytics to optimize production processes, requiring consistent uptime.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies depend on secure and accessible platforms for case management, document storage, and client collaboration, with a focus on data privacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary benefit of Azure D4 v4 Virtual Machines?
The primary benefit is providing a scalable, cost-effective, and high-performance compute resource for a wide range of business applications, without the need for on-premises hardware investment.
Can these virtual machines be used for production workloads?
Yes, the D4 v4 series is designed for general-purpose workloads, including production environments that require a balance of compute and memory resources.
What is the billing model for Azure D4 v4 Virtual Machines?
These virtual machines are offered on a subscription basis, typically billed monthly based on usage. Reserved instances can provide cost savings for predictable, long-term usage.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
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
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