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 processing power for your business-critical MySQL databases, ensuring consistent performance and availability.
- Access to: Dedicated compute resources for your MySQL databases, enabling higher transaction throughput and faster query responses.
- Coverage for: Sustained performance under demanding workloads, ensuring your applications remain responsive and available to users.
- Protection against: Performance bottlenecks that can impact user experience and business operations, maintaining service continuity.
- Entitlement to: Advanced features and optimizations within the Azure ecosystem for enhanced database management and scalability.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a compute vCore for the Microsoft Azure Database for MySQL Flexible Server, specifically the General Purpose DV4 series. It is designed to deliver predictable performance for a wide range of business applications requiring a managed MySQL database service.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this compute resource to power their core business applications, such as customer relationship management (CRM) systems, e-commerce platforms, and internal operational tools, all within a secure and scalable cloud environment.
- Optimized Performance: DV4 series compute offers enhanced processing capabilities for demanding MySQL workloads.
- Flexible Scaling: Easily adjust compute resources to match fluctuating application demands and optimize costs.
- Managed Service: Reduces operational overhead by handling infrastructure management, patching, and backups.
- High Availability: Built-in redundancy and failover capabilities ensure continuous database availability.
- Cost Efficiency: Pay-as-you-go subscription model allows for predictable budgeting and resource optimization.
This Azure compute resource is the ideal choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking powerful, managed MySQL database capabilities without the complexity of self-hosting.
What This Enables
Enable teams to deploy high-performance MySQL databases
Enable teams to deploy and manage MySQL databases with enhanced processing power for demanding applications. Streamline application development and data access by providing a stable and performant database foundation.
cloud-native applications, web applications, microservices architectures, data-driven business tools
Streamline database operations and management
Streamline database operations by leveraging Azure's managed service capabilities, reducing the burden on IT staff. Automate routine tasks like patching, backups, and monitoring, freeing up valuable IT resources.
businesses with limited IT staff, organizations seeking to reduce operational overhead, companies prioritizing IT efficiency
Automate scaling for fluctuating workloads
Automate scaling of compute resources to match fluctuating application demands, ensuring optimal performance and cost efficiency. Provide consistent user experiences even during peak usage periods.
e-commerce platforms, seasonal businesses, applications with variable traffic, dynamic content websites
Key Features
General Purpose DV4 Series Compute
Provides a balanced mix of compute and memory resources optimized for a wide range of business applications.
Flexible Server Deployment
Offers greater control over database configuration and management compared to single-server options.
Managed Service
Reduces IT overhead by automating infrastructure maintenance, patching, and backups.
Scalability
Allows for easy adjustment of compute resources to meet evolving business needs and traffic demands.
High Availability Options
Ensures continuous database access and minimizes downtime through built-in redundancy and failover.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services require high availability and consistent performance for transaction processing and regulatory compliance, which Azure Database for MySQL Flexible Server provides.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses need scalable database solutions to handle fluctuating customer traffic, especially during peak seasons or promotions, ensuring a smooth customer experience.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must maintain strict data security and compliance standards (like HIPAA), benefiting from Azure's managed security features and reliable infrastructure for patient data.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers can utilize this service for managing operational data, supply chain information, and production analytics, requiring reliable database performance to optimize processes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a vCore?
A vCore represents a logical processor core and is a unit of compute power. It is used to measure the processing capability of your Azure Database for MySQL Flexible Server.
What is the difference between General Purpose and Business Critical tiers?
The General Purpose tier provides balanced compute and storage for most common business workloads. The Business Critical tier offers higher performance, faster storage, and enhanced availability for mission-critical applications.
Can I migrate my existing MySQL database to Azure?
Yes, Azure Database for MySQL Flexible Server supports various migration methods, including online and offline migrations, to help you move your existing databases to the platform with minimal disruption.
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.