Microsoft Azure Database for MySQL Flexible Server General Purpose DV4 Series Compute vCore
Azure Database for MySQL Flexible Server General Purpose DV4 Series Compute vCore provides essential database capacity for your business applications, ensuring reliable performance for your operational needs.
- License Term: Subscription-based access to compute resources for your MySQL databases.
- Billing Model: Recurring subscription ensures predictable operational expenses.
- Platform: Designed for deployment on Microsoft Azure infrastructure.
- Value: Enables access to advanced features and ensures compliance with service level agreements.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides compute vCores for the Microsoft Azure Database for MySQL Flexible Server, a fully managed database service designed for business applications. It offers granular control over server configurations and costs, enabling businesses to optimize performance and scalability for their MySQL workloads.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this service to host and manage their mission-critical MySQL databases. It integrates directly into their Azure environment, supporting applications that require robust database capabilities without the overhead of self-managed infrastructure.
- Managed Service: Azure handles patching, updates, and backups, reducing operational burden.
- Flexible Configuration: Choose compute and storage options to match application demands.
- High Availability: Built-in redundancy and failover capabilities ensure continuous operation.
- Security Features: Integrated security controls protect sensitive business data.
- Cost Optimization: Pay-as-you-go subscription model allows for efficient resource management.
This Azure Database for MySQL Flexible Server compute option is ideal for businesses seeking a scalable, secure, and cost-effective managed database solution.
What This Enables
Enable High-Performance Application Workloads
Enable teams to deploy and scale business-critical applications that rely on robust MySQL database performance. Streamline application development and deployment cycles by providing a stable and performant database backend.
cloud-native applications, web applications, internal business tools, data-driven platforms
Streamline Database Management Operations
Streamline routine database administration tasks such as patching, backups, and high availability configuration. Automate infrastructure management to free up IT staff for strategic initiatives.
managed cloud environments, hybrid IT infrastructure, centralized IT operations, resource-constrained IT teams
Ensure Data Availability and Disaster Recovery
Automate the implementation of high availability and disaster recovery configurations to protect against data loss and minimize downtime. Protect critical business data with built-in redundancy and automated failover capabilities.
business continuity planning, regulatory compliance needs, mission-critical data storage, geographically distributed operations
Key Features
General Purpose DV4 Series Compute
Provides a balance of compute and memory resources suitable for a wide range of business database workloads.
Flexible Server Deployment
Offers granular control over server configuration, enabling tailored solutions for specific application needs.
Managed Service
Reduces the operational burden on IT staff by handling patching, backups, and infrastructure maintenance.
High Availability and Disaster Recovery
Ensures business continuity and data protection through built-in redundancy and automated failover.
Azure Security Features
Protects sensitive business data with robust security controls integrated into the Azure platform.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require highly available and secure database solutions to manage sensitive transaction data and comply with strict regulatory requirements like PCI DSS and SOX.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers need reliable and compliant database systems to store patient records (PHI) and manage operational data, adhering to HIPAA regulations and ensuring data integrity.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses rely on scalable databases for point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and customer data, demanding high uptime and performance during peak operational periods.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers use databases for production tracking, supply chain management, and operational analytics, requiring robust performance and data consistency to maintain efficient operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Azure Database for MySQL Flexible Server?
It is a fully managed database service provided by Microsoft Azure, designed to run MySQL database workloads. The Flexible Server option offers greater control over configuration and cost compared to the single server option.
What does 'Compute vCore' mean in this context?
A vCore represents a unit of processing power. This license provides access to a specific number of virtual cores, which determine the computational capacity available for your MySQL database.
Is this a perpetual license or a subscription?
This is a subscription-based offering, meaning you pay a recurring fee for the use of the compute resources over a defined term, ensuring continuous access and support.
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
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.