Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines D96a V4 Series
Microsoft Azure D96a V4 Series virtual machines provide scalable, high-performance computing resources designed to meet the demands of modern business applications.
- Scalable Compute: Access flexible virtual machine configurations to match your workload needs.
- Performance Optimized: Benefit from the latest Intel Xeon processors for demanding applications.
- Cost Efficiency: Pay-as-you-go subscription model for predictable operational expenses.
- Global Availability: Deploy resources in Microsoft's secure and reliable global data centers.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Microsoft Azure D96a V4 Series virtual machines are cloud-based compute resources offering a balance of performance and cost-effectiveness. These VMs are built on the latest Intel® Xeon® scalable processors and provide a powerful platform for a wide range of business applications, from web servers and application servers to development and testing environments.
These virtual machines are ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies who need to deploy and manage applications without the overhead of physical hardware. They fit into existing cloud strategies, enabling businesses to scale resources up or down based on demand, ensuring optimal performance and cost management within their IT infrastructure.
- High Performance: Equipped with Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL processors for demanding workloads.
- Flexible Configurations: Available in various sizes to suit specific application requirements.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly integrates with other Azure services for a complete cloud solution.
- Subscription Billing: Predictable monthly subscription for easy budgeting and financial planning.
- Global Reach: Deploy in Azure regions worldwide for proximity to users and data residency compliance.
Azure D96a V4 Series VMs offer SMB and mid-market teams enterprise-grade performance and flexibility, simplifying IT management and accelerating application deployment.
What This Enables
Enable scalable application hosting
Enable teams to deploy and run a wide variety of business applications, from web servers to internal business tools. Streamline application delivery and ensure high availability for critical business functions.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, business application hosting, development and testing environments
Support demanding workloads
Support workloads requiring significant processing power and memory, such as data analytics or development environments. Automate resource scaling to meet peak demand without manual intervention.
data processing workloads, development environments, business intelligence platforms, virtual desktop infrastructure
Optimize cloud infrastructure costs
Streamline cloud spending by selecting VM sizes that precisely match application needs. Automate resource management to reduce idle capacity and associated costs.
cost-sensitive cloud deployments, operational expense optimization, resource utilization monitoring, budget-constrained IT
Key Features
Intel Xeon Scalable Processors
Achieve high performance for compute-intensive applications and workloads.
Flexible VM Sizes
Select the optimal configuration to match specific application requirements and budget.
Azure Global Network
Deploy resources in close proximity to your users for reduced latency and improved performance.
Subscription-based Licensing
Benefit from predictable monthly billing and avoid large upfront capital expenditures.
Integration with Azure Services
Easily connect with other Azure services like storage, networking, and databases for a complete solution.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services require robust, secure, and scalable infrastructure to handle transactional data and comply with strict regulatory requirements like PCI DSS and SOX.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need reliable and secure platforms to manage patient data, comply with HIPAA regulations, and support critical healthcare applications.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers can use these VMs to run ERP systems, supply chain management software, and IoT data processing, requiring consistent performance and uptime.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle sensitive client data and require secure, scalable systems for case management and document processing, often with specific data residency needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the D96a V4 Series?
The D96a V4 Series are general-purpose virtual machines offered by Microsoft Azure. They are optimized to run a wide variety of workloads, offering a balance of compute, memory, and storage.
What kind of workloads are these VMs best suited for?
These VMs are ideal for web servers, application servers, small to medium databases, development and test environments, and other general-purpose computing needs.
How is billing handled for these virtual machines?
Billing is handled on a subscription basis, typically monthly, based on the VM size and the duration it is running. This provides a predictable operational expense.
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.