Microsoft Azure Managed Instance for Apache Cassandra Compute DS13_V2
Azure Managed Instance for Apache Cassandra compute DS13_V2 provides dedicated, high-performance database capacity, ensuring your critical applications remain available and responsive.
- Platform Access: Entitlement to use Microsoft Azure's managed Apache Cassandra compute resources.
- Performance Capacity: Coverage for DS13_V2 instance type, offering significant CPU and memory for demanding workloads.
- Operational Continuity: Protection against service disruptions through Azure's managed infrastructure and uptime guarantees.
- Scalability: Access to a platform designed for elastic scaling to meet fluctuating data and user demands.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides a Microsoft Azure Managed Instance for Apache Cassandra, specifically the DS13_V2 compute configuration. It delivers a fully managed, highly available, and scalable Apache Cassandra database environment within the US North Central region, designed for businesses requiring robust NoSQL database capabilities without the overhead of self-management.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies, this service integrates into existing Azure environments or serves as a foundation for new data-intensive applications. It supports businesses that rely on their own IT infrastructure for core operations, ensuring their data services are performant and reliable.
- Managed Service: Azure handles infrastructure, patching, and basic operations, reducing IT burden.
- Optimized Performance: DS13_V2 instance type provides a balance of compute and memory for demanding Cassandra workloads.
- High Availability: Built-in redundancy and failover mechanisms ensure continuous database access.
- Scalability: Easily scale compute and storage resources up or down as business needs change.
- Security: Leverages Azure's robust security framework for data protection and compliance.
Empower your business with enterprise-grade Apache Cassandra performance and availability, managed by Azure for your own operational needs.
What This Enables
Enable Teams to Deploy High-Performance NoSQL Databases
Enable teams to deploy and manage Apache Cassandra databases for mission-critical applications requiring high throughput and low latency. Streamline the provisioning and scaling of your NoSQL data layer to meet evolving business demands.
cloud-native applications, microservices architectures, data analytics platforms, real-time data processing
Streamline Database Operations and Maintenance
Streamline routine database operations, including patching, backups, and monitoring, through Azure's managed service capabilities. Automate infrastructure management tasks to reduce the operational burden on your IT staff.
businesses with limited IT resources, organizations prioritizing operational efficiency, teams focused on application development
Automate Scalability for Fluctuating Workloads
Automate the scaling of your Apache Cassandra cluster to dynamically adjust to fluctuating application demands and user loads. Ensure consistent performance and availability without manual intervention.
e-commerce platforms, IoT data ingestion, gaming applications, time-series data storage
Key Features
Managed Apache Cassandra Service
Reduces operational overhead and the need for specialized database administration expertise.
DS13_V2 Compute Instance
Provides significant CPU and memory resources for demanding, high-throughput workloads.
High Availability and Fault Tolerance
Ensures continuous database access and data durability through Azure's resilient infrastructure.
Elastic Scalability
Allows for easy adjustment of resources to match application performance needs and cost-efficiency.
Azure Security and Compliance
Leverages Azure's robust security controls and compliance certifications to protect sensitive data.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services require high-performance, low-latency databases for transaction processing and risk management, benefiting from Cassandra's distributed nature and Azure's reliability.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations generate vast amounts of time-series data from IoT devices and sensors, which Apache Cassandra excels at storing and querying for real-time monitoring and analytics.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses need scalable databases to manage customer data, inventory, and real-time order processing, especially during peak seasons.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations handle large volumes of patient data and require robust, compliant database solutions for electronic health records and research, where managed services ensure uptime and security.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azure Managed Instance for Apache Cassandra?
It is a fully managed database service that provides Apache Cassandra capabilities on Azure infrastructure. It handles operational tasks like patching, backups, and scaling, allowing businesses to focus on their applications.
What does the DS13_V2 compute instance offer?
The DS13_V2 instance type is optimized for compute-intensive workloads, offering a good balance of CPU, memory, and network performance suitable for demanding Apache Cassandra deployments.
Who is this service intended for?
This service is designed for businesses that use IT for their own operations, including SMBs and mid-market companies, that require a scalable and highly available Apache Cassandra database without the complexity of managing it themselves.
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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