Microsoft Azure E2s v4 Virtual Machines
Microsoft Azure E2s v4 Virtual Machines provide scalable, high-performance compute resources designed for demanding business workloads, offering enhanced memory and storage capabilities.
- Access to: High-performance virtual machines with Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL processors, ideal for memory-intensive applications.
- Coverage for: Workloads requiring large amounts of memory and fast local storage, such as in-memory databases and analytics.
- Protection against: Performance bottlenecks with dedicated resources and optimized networking for critical business applications.
- Entitlement to: Flexible deployment options within the US North Central region, ensuring data locality and compliance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Microsoft Azure E2s v4 Virtual Machines are cloud-based compute instances offering a balance of memory, CPU, and local SSD storage, powered by Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL processors. This series is optimized for memory-intensive applications and workloads that benefit from fast, local storage, ensuring high throughput and low latency for critical business operations.
These virtual machines are designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies who need to deploy and manage applications without the overhead of physical hardware. They fit into cloud migration strategies, disaster recovery plans, and development/testing environments, providing a scalable and cost-effective platform for diverse IT needs.
- High Performance: Utilizes Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL processors for demanding compute tasks.
- Memory Optimized: Offers a significant memory-to-core ratio suitable for in-memory databases and analytics.
- Fast Local Storage: Includes NVMe SSDs for low-latency access to data, accelerating application performance.
- Scalable Compute: Easily adjust VM size and quantity to match fluctuating business demands.
- Global Availability: Deployed in the US North Central region for proximity and compliance.
Azure E2s v4 Virtual Machines empower SMB and mid-market organizations to achieve enterprise-grade performance and scalability without the associated capital expenditure.
What This Enables
Deploying In-Memory Databases
Enable teams to run memory-intensive database solutions like SAP HANA or SQL Server in-memory. Streamline data processing and analytics with fast, low-latency access provided by local NVMe SSDs.
cloud-native applications, hybrid cloud environments, data warehousing, business intelligence platforms
Running Big Data Analytics
Automate the processing and analysis of large datasets with powerful virtual machines offering ample memory and fast storage. Support complex analytical models and reporting requirements for informed decision-making.
data processing pipelines, machine learning workloads, real-time analytics, research computing
Hosting High-Performance Applications
Streamline the deployment of memory-hungry applications that require consistent performance and rapid data access. Ensure business-critical applications remain responsive and available to end-users.
enterprise resource planning, customer relationship management, custom business applications, simulation software
Key Features
Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL Processors
Achieve superior performance for CPU-intensive tasks and demanding applications.
High Memory-to-Core Ratio
Support memory-intensive workloads like in-memory databases and analytics efficiently.
Local NVMe SSD Storage
Experience low-latency data access and high I/O performance for critical applications.
Azure Virtual Machine Scalability
Easily adjust compute resources up or down to match fluctuating business needs and optimize costs.
US North Central Region Deployment
Ensure data residency and compliance requirements are met for North American operations.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require high-performance computing for real-time trading, risk analysis, and large-scale data processing, benefiting from the memory and storage capabilities of the E2s v4 series.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers use these VMs for complex simulations, supply chain optimization, and IoT data analytics, where fast processing and large memory are critical for operational efficiency.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations leverage these instances for genomic sequencing, medical imaging analysis, and managing large patient datasets, requiring significant memory and fast storage for research and diagnostics.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality groups utilize these VMs for real-time inventory management, customer analytics, and personalized marketing campaigns that demand rapid data processing and high availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary benefit of the E2s v4 series?
The E2s v4 series is optimized for memory-intensive workloads, offering a high memory-to-core ratio and fast local NVMe SSD storage for applications like in-memory databases and analytics.
What type of processor does the E2s v4 series use?
These virtual machines are powered by the Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL processor, providing robust performance for demanding compute tasks.
Is this a subscription-based license?
Yes, this product is a subscription, meaning you pay for access to the virtual machine resources on an ongoing basis, typically billed monthly.
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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