Microsoft Azure D4s v4 Virtual Machines
Microsoft Azure D4s v4 Virtual Machines provide scalable, high-performance compute resources designed for demanding business workloads, offering flexible deployment options.
- Scalable Compute: Access flexible virtual machine sizes to match your application's performance needs.
- Cost Optimization: Pay-as-you-go subscription model ensures you only pay for the resources you consume.
- Performance: Benefit from Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL processor, offering high throughput and low latency.
- Global Availability: Deploy virtual machines in Microsoft's secure and reliable global data center network.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Microsoft Azure D4s v4 Virtual Machines are a series of general-purpose compute instances optimized for a wide range of business applications. These VMs offer a balance of CPU, memory, and storage, powered by Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL processors, making them suitable for enterprise-grade workloads.
Businesses utilize these virtual machines to host critical applications, develop and test software, manage databases, and run virtual desktops. They are ideal for IT managers and business owners seeking to enhance operational efficiency and maintain business continuity without the overhead of managing physical hardware.
- Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL Processor: Delivers consistent, high-performance compute for demanding applications.
- Optimized for General Purpose: Suitable for web servers, small to medium databases, and development/testing environments.
- Premium SSD Storage: Offers high IOPS and throughput for fast data access and application responsiveness.
- Flexible Sizing: Choose from various VM sizes to precisely match your workload requirements and budget.
- Azure Ecosystem Integration: Seamlessly connect with other Azure services for a complete cloud solution.
Azure D4s v4 Virtual Machines empower SMB and mid-market organizations to achieve enterprise-level IT performance and scalability on a predictable subscription.
What This Enables
Deploying Business Critical Applications
Enable teams to host essential business applications, such as CRM, ERP, or custom-built software, ensuring high availability and performance. Streamline operations by running these applications on a stable and scalable cloud platform.
on-premises server replacement, cloud migration, hybrid cloud strategy, application hosting
Development and Testing Environments
Automate the creation and teardown of development and testing environments, accelerating software release cycles. Streamline the process for developers to access consistent and isolated environments for coding and quality assurance.
software development lifecycle, agile development, CI/CD pipelines, application testing
Database Hosting and Management
Support your organization's databases with reliable and performant virtual machines, ensuring data integrity and accessibility. Streamline database administration tasks by leveraging Azure's managed services and scalable compute.
data warehousing, business intelligence, application databases, data analytics
Key Features
Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL Processor
Achieve consistent high performance for your most demanding business applications.
Premium SSD Storage
Experience fast data access and application responsiveness for improved user experience.
General Purpose Optimization
Run a wide variety of workloads, from web servers to databases, efficiently.
Flexible VM Sizing
Scale your compute resources precisely to meet current needs and budget constraints.
Azure Global Network
Deploy your applications in secure, reliable data centers worldwide for optimal reach and availability.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services require high-performance computing for trading platforms, risk analysis, and secure data processing, aligning with the D4s v4's capabilities.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need reliable infrastructure for patient record systems, medical imaging analysis, and research, benefiting from Azure's security and scalability.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers can utilize these VMs for running ERP systems, supply chain management software, and IoT data processing to optimize operations.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services can host case management software, document management systems, and client portals requiring consistent uptime and performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between D4s v4 and other Azure VM series?
The D4s v4 series is optimized for general-purpose workloads, offering a balance of compute, memory, and storage powered by Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL processors. Other series may be optimized for memory-intensive, compute-intensive, or storage-intensive tasks.
Can I use these virtual machines for production workloads?
Yes, the D4s v4 series is designed for a wide range of production workloads, including web servers, small to medium databases, and development/testing environments, providing reliable performance and scalability.
How is billing handled for Azure Virtual Machines?
Billing is typically on a pay-as-you-go subscription model, where you are charged based on the VM's runtime and the resources it consumes. Reserved Instances can offer cost savings for predictable, long-term usage.
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.