Microsoft Azure E8-4DS v4 Virtual Machines
Secure Microsoft Azure E8-4DS v4 Virtual Machines to power your core business applications with dedicated compute resources in the US West region.
- Scalable Compute: Access high-performance virtual machines for demanding workloads.
- Dedicated Resources: Benefit from CPU and memory optimized for enterprise applications.
- Flexible Deployment: Deploy Windows or Linux operating systems to suit your needs.
- Cost Efficiency: Pay-as-you-go subscription model for predictable cloud spending.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Microsoft Azure E8-4DS v4 Virtual Machines provide a powerful and flexible cloud computing solution designed for enterprise-grade performance. This specific configuration offers a balance of CPU and memory, ideal for running critical business applications, databases, and development environments with enhanced data handling capabilities.
These virtual machines are utilized by IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies to host their own internal applications, manage data processing, or support development and testing environments. They integrate directly into an organization's existing Azure footprint, providing a reliable foundation for their IT operations without the overhead of managing physical hardware.
- Optimized Performance: E8-4DS v4 series offers a high ratio of vCPUs to memory for compute-intensive tasks.
- Enhanced Storage: Features local SSD storage for low-latency data access.
- Versatile OS Support: Deploy Windows Server or various Linux distributions.
- Global Availability: Hosted in the US West region for optimal performance and compliance.
- Subscription Billing: Predictable monthly costs for cloud resource consumption.
Empower your business with Azure's reliable and performant virtual machines, offering enterprise-grade capabilities without the associated capital expenditure.
What This Enables
Deploying Business-Critical Applications
Enable teams to host and run essential business applications, such as ERP, CRM, or custom-built software, on a reliable cloud platform. Streamline operations by ensuring consistent availability and performance for core business functions.
cloud-hosted applications, dedicated compute instances, business continuity planning, application modernization
Hosting Databases and Data Processing
Support teams in managing and querying large datasets or running complex data analytics workloads. Automate data processing tasks with dedicated resources that ensure timely and efficient results.
database hosting, data warehousing, business intelligence, analytics platforms
Development and Testing Environments
Provide developers with isolated and scalable environments for building, testing, and staging new applications or updates. Streamline the development lifecycle by offering readily available compute resources.
software development, application testing, staging environments, CI/CD pipelines
Key Features
Intel Xeon E5-2673 v4 2.3 GHz processor
Achieve high processing speeds for demanding computational tasks and application responsiveness.
Local SSD storage
Experience significantly faster data read/write operations for applications requiring low latency storage access.
High vCPU to Memory Ratio
Benefit from compute-intensive performance suitable for complex calculations and large in-memory datasets.
Azure Global Network
Leverage Microsoft's secure and reliable global infrastructure for high availability and disaster recovery.
Pay-as-you-go Subscription
Control costs by paying only for the resources consumed on a monthly basis, enabling budget predictability.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require high-performance computing for trading platforms, risk analysis, and secure data processing, making Azure's E8-4DS v4 VMs suitable for these demanding workloads.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers can utilize these VMs for running complex simulation software, IoT data processing, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems that demand significant compute power and fast data access.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations can deploy these VMs for electronic health record (EHR) systems, medical imaging analysis, and research applications that require robust performance and data integrity.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies can host case management software, document management systems, and client databases on these VMs to ensure efficient operations and secure data handling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the E8-4DS v4 series optimized for?
The E8-4DS v4 series is optimized for compute-intensive workloads that also require good memory capacity and fast local storage. This includes applications like relational databases, in-memory analytics, and medium-tier web applications.
What operating systems can I run on these VMs?
You can deploy a wide range of operating systems, including various versions of Windows Server and popular Linux distributions like Ubuntu, CentOS, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
How does the local SSD storage benefit my applications?
Local SSD storage provides very low latency and high IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second), which is crucial for applications that frequently access data, such as databases, caching services, and high-performance computing tasks.
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.