Microsoft Azure E4-2DS v4 Virtual Machines
Microsoft Azure E4-2DS v4 Virtual Machines provide powerful, scalable compute resources designed for demanding business workloads, offering enhanced performance for your critical applications.
- Access to: High-performance virtual machines with Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL processors, ideal for compute-intensive applications.
- Coverage for: Sustained performance for applications requiring fast CPUs, large memory, and local SSD storage.
- Protection against: Underprovisioning by offering flexible scaling options to meet fluctuating demand.
- Entitlement to: Cost-effective cloud computing resources without the overhead of physical hardware management.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Microsoft Azure E4-2DS v4 Virtual Machines are a series of cloud-based compute instances optimized for performance-intensive workloads. These VMs feature Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL processors, delivering high clock speeds and excellent performance for applications that require significant CPU power, large amounts of memory, and fast local storage.
These virtual machines are designed for businesses that need to run demanding applications such as enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, large relational database servers, and advanced analytics platforms. They fit into a cloud strategy by providing scalable, on-demand computing power that can be adjusted to meet business needs, reducing the need for expensive on-premises hardware investments.
- High Performance: Utilizes Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL processors for superior compute capabilities.
- Local SSD Storage: Offers fast, low-latency local SSD storage for applications requiring rapid data access.
- Scalable Memory: Provides ample memory configurations to support memory-intensive applications.
- Flexible Deployment: Easily deploy and manage virtual machines in the US South Central region.
- Cost Efficiency: Pay-as-you-go subscription model for predictable operational expenses.
Azure E4-2DS v4 VMs empower SMB and mid-market teams to achieve enterprise-level performance and scalability without the associated capital expenditure.
What This Enables
Running Compute-Intensive Applications
Enable teams to deploy and operate applications that demand significant processing power, such as large-scale simulations or complex data analysis. Streamline workflows by providing the necessary computational resources on-demand.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, virtualized workloads, application modernization initiatives
Hosting Large Databases
Support organizations running large relational databases that require high throughput and low latency for data access. Automate the provisioning of powerful compute and fast storage to ensure database performance and availability.
data warehousing, business intelligence platforms, transactional systems, mission-critical data stores
High-Performance Computing (HPC) Workloads
Empower teams to execute HPC tasks that require rapid processing and quick access to local data. Provide scalable compute capacity that can be adjusted based on the intensity and duration of the computing tasks.
scientific research, financial modeling, engineering simulations, rendering farms
Key Features
Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL Processors
Achieve superior performance for CPU-bound applications and demanding workloads.
Local SSD Storage
Experience low-latency data access and high I/O operations for applications requiring fast storage.
Large Memory Capacity
Support memory-intensive applications and large datasets without performance degradation.
Scalability
Easily adjust compute resources up or down to match fluctuating business demands and optimize costs.
Azure US South Central Region
Deploy resources in a geographically strategic location for optimal performance and compliance.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require high-performance computing for complex calculations, risk analysis, and trading platforms, benefiting from the speed and capacity of these VMs.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers use these VMs for running demanding ERP systems, supply chain management software, and simulation tools that require significant processing power and fast data handling.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations utilize high-performance VMs for medical imaging analysis, genomic sequencing, and managing large patient databases, where speed and data integrity are critical.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies often run resource-intensive document management systems, e-discovery platforms, and case management software that benefit from enhanced compute capabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the E4-2DS v4 series best suited for?
The E4-2DS v4 series is optimized for compute-intensive workloads that benefit from high clock speeds, large memory, and fast local SSD storage. This includes applications like large relational database servers, ERP systems, and advanced analytics platforms.
What is the billing model for these virtual machines?
These virtual machines are offered on a subscription basis, typically billed monthly or annually. This provides a predictable operational expense for your cloud computing resources.
Can I scale these virtual machines easily?
Yes, Azure virtual machines are designed for scalability. You can easily resize or scale out your instances to meet changing performance demands, ensuring your applications remain responsive.
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.