Microsoft Azure Managed Instance for Apache Cassandra Compute DS13_V2
Azure Managed Instance for Apache Cassandra DS13_V2 provides dedicated compute resources for your Apache Cassandra databases, ensuring high availability and performance for critical business applications.
- Dedicated Compute: Access DS13_V2 instance types optimized for Apache Cassandra workloads.
- Managed Service: Benefit from Azure's expertise in managing infrastructure, patching, and backups.
- Scalability: Easily scale your database resources up or down to meet fluctuating demand.
- High Availability: Ensure continuous operation with built-in redundancy and failover capabilities.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a managed instance of Apache Cassandra running on Microsoft Azure's DS13_V2 compute platform in the US West 2 region. It includes the necessary licensing and infrastructure to deploy and operate a high-performance, scalable Apache Cassandra database cluster without the complexities of self-management.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this service to host their mission-critical data applications. It integrates directly into their existing Azure environment, providing a familiar management plane while offloading the operational burden of database infrastructure.
- Optimized Performance: DS13_V2 instances offer a balance of CPU, memory, and network throughput ideal for demanding Cassandra workloads.
- Simplified Management: Azure handles underlying infrastructure maintenance, OS patching, and Cassandra updates.
- Automated Backups: Configure and rely on automated backup and restore capabilities for data protection.
- Built-in Security: Benefit from Azure's robust security features and compliance certifications.
- Flexible Scaling: Adjust compute and storage resources as your application's data and traffic grow.
Empower your business with a fully managed, enterprise-grade Apache Cassandra solution tailored for SMB and mid-market operational needs.
What This Enables
Enable High-Performance Data Applications
Enable teams to deploy and operate Apache Cassandra databases that power demanding applications requiring low latency and high throughput. Streamline data ingestion and retrieval for real-time analytics and user-facing services.
cloud-native applications, microservices architectures, data-intensive workloads, distributed systems
Streamline Database Operations
Streamline the management of Apache Cassandra clusters by offloading infrastructure maintenance, patching, and backups to Azure. Automate routine tasks to reduce the burden on IT staff and minimize human error.
cloud-hosted applications, hybrid cloud environments, IT departments with limited resources, managed service providers
Ensure Data Availability and Durability
Automate data protection and disaster recovery strategies with built-in backup and restore capabilities. Protect against hardware failures and data corruption to ensure business continuity and regulatory compliance.
mission-critical applications, regulated industries, business continuity planning, data resilience requirements
Key Features
DS13_V2 Compute Instance
Leverage optimized hardware for Apache Cassandra, providing a strong balance of CPU, memory, and network performance for demanding workloads.
Managed Service
Reduce operational burden as Microsoft handles infrastructure maintenance, OS patching, and Cassandra updates, freeing up IT resources.
Automated Backups
Ensure data protection and simplified recovery processes with configurable automated backup and restore capabilities.
High Availability Configuration
Achieve business continuity through built-in redundancy and automatic failover mechanisms, minimizing application downtime.
Azure Integration
Seamlessly integrate with other Azure services and management tools, simplifying deployment and ongoing operations within your existing cloud ecosystem.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services require high-performance, low-latency databases for transaction processing and real-time risk analysis, benefiting from managed Cassandra's scalability and availability.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality sectors need to manage large volumes of customer data, inventory, and order processing, often experiencing peak loads that managed Cassandra can efficiently handle.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations generate vast amounts of IoT data and require robust systems for real-time monitoring and control, where managed Cassandra can provide a scalable data backbone.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations manage sensitive patient data and require highly available systems for electronic health records and operational analytics, benefiting from managed Cassandra's reliability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azure Managed Instance for Apache Cassandra?
It is a fully managed database service that runs Apache Cassandra on Microsoft Azure. It provides dedicated compute resources, automated management tasks, and built-in high availability, allowing businesses to focus on their applications rather than infrastructure.
What does the DS13_V2 compute instance offer?
The DS13_V2 instance type is optimized for compute-intensive workloads and offers a good balance of CPU, memory, and network performance, making it suitable for demanding Apache Cassandra deployments.
How does this service ensure data protection?
The service includes automated backup and restore capabilities, allowing you to configure regular backups of your Cassandra data. This ensures data durability and facilitates recovery in case of accidental deletion or system failure.
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
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Returns
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