Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines D8d v4 Series
Microsoft Azure D8d v4 Virtual Machines provide scalable, high-performance compute resources for demanding business workloads, offering up to 8 vCPUs and 32 GiBs of memory.
- Scalable Compute: Access flexible virtual machine configurations to match your application needs.
- Performance Optimized: Benefit from Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL processors for demanding tasks.
- Cost Efficiency: Pay-as-you-go subscription model ensures you only pay for what you use.
- Global Availability: Deploy resources in the US West region for localized performance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Microsoft Azure D8d v4 Virtual Machines are designed for a wide range of enterprise workloads, offering a balance of compute, memory, and storage. This series utilizes Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL processors and provides fast local SSD storage, making it suitable for applications requiring low latency and high I/O performance.
These virtual machines are ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies looking to deploy or scale applications, development and test environments, or web servers. They integrate into existing Azure environments, providing a familiar platform for cloud-based operations without the need for extensive hardware management.
- High Performance: Equipped with Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL processors for enhanced processing power.
- Fast Local Storage: Features local SSD storage for rapid data access and reduced latency.
- Flexible Configurations: Offers various memory and vCPU options to suit diverse workload requirements.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly integrates with other Azure services for a unified cloud experience.
- Subscription Billing: Provides a predictable, recurring cost structure for budgeting.
Azure D8d v4 Virtual Machines offer SMB and mid-market teams a powerful, flexible, and cost-effective solution for their critical business applications.
What This Enables
Deploying Business-Critical Applications
Enable teams to run essential business applications, such as ERP or CRM systems, with consistent performance and availability. Streamline operations by ensuring applications have the necessary compute power and low-latency storage.
cloud-native applications, hybrid cloud deployments, virtual desktop infrastructure, business process automation
Development and Testing Environments
Streamline the development lifecycle by providing developers with rapid access to powerful virtual machines for coding, building, and testing applications. Automate the provisioning and de-provisioning of environments to accelerate release cycles.
agile development workflows, CI/CD pipelines, software development teams, application testing frameworks
Hosting Web Servers and APIs
Enable teams to host public-facing websites, internal web applications, or APIs with scalable compute capacity to handle fluctuating traffic demands. Automate scaling to ensure optimal user experience and application responsiveness.
e-commerce platforms, content management systems, microservices architectures, public-facing applications
Key Features
Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL Processors
Achieve high processing speeds and performance for demanding computational tasks.
Local SSD Storage
Experience rapid data access and reduced latency for I/O intensive applications.
Flexible vCPU and Memory Options
Scale resources up or down to precisely match application requirements and optimize costs.
Azure Global Network
Benefit from Microsoft's secure, reliable, and globally distributed cloud infrastructure.
Subscription Licensing
Enjoy predictable operational expenses with a pay-as-you-go billing model.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require high-performance computing for trading platforms, risk analysis, and secure data processing, benefiting from the D8d v4's speed and reliability.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers can utilize these VMs for running production management software, IoT data processing, and supply chain analytics, requiring robust and scalable compute resources.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need secure and performant systems for electronic health records, medical imaging analysis, and research, where D8d v4 can support demanding applications.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services can leverage these VMs for document management, case management software, and client data analysis, benefiting from consistent performance and data security.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary advantage of the D8d v4 series?
The D8d v4 series offers a strong balance of compute power and fast local SSD storage, making it ideal for I/O-intensive workloads and applications that benefit from low latency.
Can I use these virtual machines for any type of workload?
These virtual machines are well-suited for a wide range of enterprise workloads, including web servers, application servers, development and test environments, and data processing. However, specific workload requirements should always be evaluated.
How is billing handled for these virtual machines?
Billing is handled on a subscription basis, typically hourly or monthly, based on the resources provisioned and the duration of use. This provides a flexible and cost-effective operational expense model.
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.