Microsoft Azure D96AS V4 Virtual Machines
Unlock powerful computing resources with Microsoft Azure D96AS V4 virtual machines, offering enhanced performance for demanding workloads.
- Scalable Performance: Access high-performance compute for critical applications and workloads.
- Flexible Capacity: Dynamically adjust resources to meet fluctuating business demands.
- Cost Efficiency: Optimize cloud spending with pay-as-you-go subscription billing.
- Global Availability: Deploy virtual machines in the US South Central region for localized performance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Microsoft Azure D96AS V4 Virtual Machines provide a powerful and flexible cloud computing solution designed for businesses requiring significant processing power and memory. This offering specifically details the D96AS V4 series, optimized for compute-intensive applications, offering a balance of CPU, memory, and storage performance.
These virtual machines are ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who need to run demanding applications, host critical services, or perform complex data processing without the overhead of managing physical hardware. They integrate directly into the Azure cloud ecosystem, allowing for easy management and scaling alongside other Azure services.
- High-Performance Compute: Equipped with Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL processors for demanding workloads.
- Ample Memory: Offers 480 GiB of RAM for memory-intensive applications and large datasets.
- Fast Storage: Utilizes local NVMe SSD storage for low latency and high throughput.
- Flexible Deployment: Supports various operating systems and application configurations.
- Subscription Billing: Provides predictable monthly costs for cloud infrastructure.
Empower your business with enterprise-grade virtual machines without the enterprise infrastructure costs.
What This Enables
Deploying Compute-Intensive Applications
Enable teams to run complex simulations, large-scale data analytics, or high-transaction applications that require substantial CPU and memory resources. Streamline the deployment and management of these critical workloads in a secure cloud environment.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, on-premises infrastructure modernization, business continuity planning
Hosting Business-Critical Databases
Support organizations running demanding database workloads, ensuring high availability and rapid query response times. Automate the scaling of database resources to match peak operational demands and maintain performance.
transactional systems, data warehousing, business intelligence platforms, application backends
Running Development and Testing Environments
Streamline the creation and management of robust development and testing environments that mimic production conditions. Enable teams to rapidly provision and deprovision resources for efficient software development cycles.
agile development workflows, DevOps pipelines, application testing and QA, software prototyping
Key Features
Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL Processors
Achieve high-performance computing for your most demanding applications and workloads.
480 GiB RAM
Handle memory-intensive tasks and large datasets with ample processing capacity.
Local NVMe SSD Storage
Experience low latency and high throughput for faster data access and application responsiveness.
Azure Subscription Model
Benefit from predictable monthly billing and avoid large upfront capital expenditures on hardware.
US South Central Region Deployment
Ensure optimal performance and compliance for users and data located within this geographic area.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Supports complex simulations, IoT data processing, and operational analytics requiring significant compute power and fast data access for real-time decision-making.
Finance & Insurance
Enables high-frequency trading platforms, complex risk modeling, and large-scale data analytics for financial services and insurance operations, meeting stringent performance and availability demands.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Facilitates advanced medical imaging analysis, genomic sequencing, and large-scale research data processing, crucial for scientific discovery and patient care.
Education & Research
Provides the necessary computational resources for academic research, scientific simulations, and large dataset analysis for universities and research institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Dsv4 and Dsv4 series VMs?
The Dsv4 series, including the D96AS V4, offers enhanced performance compared to previous generations by utilizing local NVMe SSD storage for improved I/O and lower latency. They are designed for compute-intensive workloads.
Can I change the size of my D96AS V4 VM later?
Yes, you can resize your virtual machine to a different series or size within Azure, provided the new size is available in the same region and meets the underlying hardware requirements. This allows for flexibility as your needs change.
What operating systems are supported on the D96AS V4 VM?
The D96AS V4 series supports a wide range of Windows Server and Linux distributions. You can choose the operating system that best fits your application requirements during the deployment process.
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.