Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines D48A v4 Series
Microsoft Azure D48A v4 Virtual Machines provide scalable compute capacity, enabling businesses to run demanding workloads efficiently in the cloud.
- Scalable Compute: Access flexible virtual machine resources that can be adjusted to meet fluctuating application demands.
- Performance Optimization: Benefit from the latest Intel Xeon processors and high-speed storage for improved application responsiveness.
- Cost Efficiency: Utilize a pay-as-you-go subscription model to align infrastructure costs with actual usage.
- Global Availability: Deploy workloads in the US West Central region for optimized latency and compliance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines D48A v4 Series, specifically the D48A v4 instance, offers a powerful and flexible cloud computing solution. This offering provides access to high-performance virtual machines designed for a wide range of enterprise workloads, featuring the latest generation of Intel processors and fast local storage for demanding applications.
This service is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in small to mid-market businesses who need to deploy and manage applications without the overhead of physical hardware. It fits into a cloud-first or hybrid IT strategy, providing a reliable platform for critical business systems, development environments, and data processing.
- High Performance: Equipped with Intel Xeon E5 v4 processors and local SSD storage for demanding applications.
- Flexible Sizing: Offers various configurations to match specific workload requirements and budgets.
- Subscription Billing: Provides a predictable, recurring cost model for easier financial planning.
- Azure Ecosystem Integration: Seamlessly connects with other Azure services for a complete cloud solution.
- Regional Deployment: Available in US West Central for localized performance and data residency.
Azure D48A v4 Virtual Machines empower SMB and mid-market teams with enterprise-grade computing power and flexibility, simplifying IT infrastructure management.
What This Enables
Deploying Resource-Intensive Applications
Enable teams to run demanding applications such as large databases, ERP systems, or complex analytics platforms. This ensures critical business functions operate without performance bottlenecks.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, on-premises infrastructure modernization, business process automation
Development and Testing Environments
Streamline the creation and management of development and testing environments for software projects. This allows developers to quickly provision and deprovision resources, accelerating release cycles.
agile development workflows, CI/CD pipelines, application modernization initiatives, software development lifecycle
High-Performance Computing Workloads
Automate the execution of high-performance computing tasks, such as scientific simulations or financial modeling. This provides the necessary processing power for complex calculations and data analysis.
data-intensive analytics, scientific research computing, financial risk modeling, engineering simulations
Key Features
Intel Xeon E5 v4 Processors
Experience enhanced processing power for faster application execution and improved user responsiveness.
Local SSD Storage
Benefit from low-latency storage access, significantly speeding up I/O operations for data-intensive workloads.
Azure Resource Manager
Simplify deployment and management of virtual machines and related resources through a unified control plane.
Pay-as-you-go Subscription
Optimize IT spending by paying only for the compute resources consumed on a monthly basis.
US West Central Region Deployment
Ensure optimal performance and compliance for users and data located in the western United States.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high-performance computing for risk analysis, trading platforms, and large-scale data processing, often with strict regulatory compliance needs.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers use virtual machines for running complex simulations, managing production databases, and supporting IoT data processing, demanding reliable and scalable compute resources.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need robust virtual machines for Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, medical imaging analysis, and research, often subject to HIPAA compliance.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services utilize virtual machines for managing large document repositories, case management software, and secure client data, requiring consistent performance and availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the D48A v4 series virtual machine?
The D48A v4 series is a generation of Azure Virtual Machines optimized for compute-intensive workloads. It features Intel Xeon E5 v4 processors and local SSD storage for high performance.
What type of workloads is this VM best suited for?
This VM series is ideal for applications requiring significant CPU power and fast storage, such as large relational database servers, ERP systems, and high-performance computing tasks.
How is billing handled for these virtual machines?
Billing is handled on a subscription basis, typically monthly, based on the compute resources you consume. This pay-as-you-go model allows for cost flexibility.
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.