Microsoft Azure E20DS v4 Virtual Machines
Microsoft Azure E20DS v4 Virtual Machines provide powerful, scalable compute resources designed for demanding enterprise workloads, ensuring high performance and reliability for your critical applications.
- Access to: High-performance virtual machines with Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL processors, offering up to 200 GiB of memory and fast local SSD storage.
- Coverage for: Demanding enterprise applications, including large databases, SAP HANA, and high-performance computing tasks.
- Protection against: Performance bottlenecks with dedicated resources and advanced networking capabilities.
- Entitlement to: Flexible deployment options within the Azure US East 2 region for optimized latency and compliance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Microsoft Azure E20DS v4 Virtual Machines are a series of high-performance compute instances designed for enterprise-grade workloads. These VMs feature Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL processors, offering a base frequency of 2.5 GHz and turbo speeds up to 3.4 GHz, coupled with substantial memory configurations and fast local SSD storage for demanding applications.
These virtual machines are ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies who require robust cloud infrastructure for critical business operations. They fit into environments needing scalable compute power for applications like large databases, SAP HANA deployments, and high-performance computing tasks, all managed within the Azure cloud platform.
- Optimized Performance: Powered by Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL processors for superior compute capabilities.
- Large Memory Footprint: Offers up to 200 GiB of RAM to support memory-intensive applications.
- Fast Local Storage: Includes local SSD storage for low-latency data access, ideal for databases and caching.
- Scalability: Easily scale resources up or down based on changing business demands within the Azure ecosystem.
- Global Availability: Deployed in the Azure US East 2 region, providing reliable access and proximity for many businesses.
Azure E20DS v4 Virtual Machines offer SMB and mid-market teams enterprise-grade performance and flexibility without the overhead of managing physical hardware.
What This Enables
Deploying High-Performance Databases
Enable teams to host and manage large, memory-intensive databases that require fast data access and high transaction throughput. Streamline database operations with dedicated resources and Azure's reliable infrastructure.
cloud-native applications, hybrid cloud environments, data-intensive workloads, mission-critical systems
Running SAP HANA and Enterprise Applications
Organizations deploying SAP HANA or other memory-bound enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems can ensure optimal performance and stability. Businesses migrating from on-premises solutions gain access to scalable compute power.
enterprise software deployments, business process management, hybrid IT infrastructure, mission-critical applications
Supporting High-Performance Computing (HPC)
Teams managing complex simulations, rendering, or scientific research can leverage these VMs for demanding computational tasks. Automate the provisioning of significant compute power for short-term or long-term HPC projects.
research and development, scientific modeling, data analytics platforms, batch processing environments
Key Features
Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL Processors
Achieve superior processing speeds and efficiency for your most demanding applications.
Up to 200 GiB Memory
Support memory-intensive workloads like large databases and in-memory analytics without performance degradation.
Local SSD Storage
Benefit from low-latency storage access for applications that require rapid data retrieval and write operations.
Azure Networking
Utilize high-throughput and low-latency networking capabilities for seamless inter-service communication and user access.
Azure US East 2 Region
Deploy your resources in a geographically specific Azure region for compliance, latency, and availability benefits.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require high-performance computing for risk analysis, trading platforms, and large-scale data processing, often with strict uptime and compliance requirements.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers use high-performance VMs for running complex ERP systems like SAP, managing supply chain logistics, and executing simulations for product design and optimization.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations leverage these VMs for managing large patient databases, running complex genomic sequencing, and supporting critical administrative systems with high availability needs.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies often handle large document repositories and require robust platforms for e-discovery, case management, and client data, demanding both performance and security.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary benefit of the E20DS v4 series?
The E20DS v4 series offers a high ratio of memory to vCPU, making it ideal for memory-intensive enterprise applications such as SAP HANA and large relational databases.
What kind of workloads are best suited for these VMs?
These VMs are best suited for memory-intensive enterprise applications, including SAP HANA, large relational databases, and high-performance computing (HPC) workloads.
Can I scale these virtual machines easily?
Yes, Azure virtual machines are designed for scalability. You can easily resize or add more instances as your business needs change, all managed within the Azure portal.
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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