Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines DSv4 Series D32s v4
Gain access to Microsoft Azure D32s v4 virtual machines, providing powerful and flexible compute resources for your business operations.
- Scalable Compute: Access D32s v4 VMs for demanding workloads, offering 8 vCPUs and 128 GiB of RAM.
- Flexible Deployment: Utilize these VMs in the US South Central region for localized performance and compliance.
- Cost Efficiency: Benefit from a subscription billing model for predictable IT expenditure.
- Performance Optimized: Leverage the DSv4 series for a balance of compute, memory, and local SSD storage.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines DSv4 Series, specifically the D32s v4 model in US South Central, offers a powerful platform for running diverse business applications and workloads. This offering provides significant compute and memory resources, coupled with local SSD storage for enhanced performance, making it suitable for a wide range of enterprise-grade tasks.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize these virtual machines to host critical applications, databases, development environments, and virtual desktops. They fit into existing Azure environments or serve as the foundation for new cloud deployments, enabling businesses to scale resources up or down as needed without the overhead of physical hardware management.
- High Performance: Features local SSD storage for low-latency data access, ideal for I/O intensive applications.
- Balanced Resources: Offers a strong combination of vCPUs and memory, suitable for general-purpose computing and more demanding tasks.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly integrates with other Azure services for a complete cloud solution.
- Regional Availability: Deployed in US South Central for optimized performance and data residency.
- Subscription Billing: Provides a predictable monthly cost for IT budgeting and financial planning.
Azure D32s v4 virtual machines offer SMB and mid-market teams enterprise-grade performance and flexibility for their critical applications.
What This Enables
Deploying Business Critical Applications
Enable teams to run essential business applications, such as ERP systems or CRM platforms, with consistent performance and availability. Streamline operations by hosting applications in a secure and scalable cloud environment.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, existing on-premises infrastructure, centralized application hosting
Hosting Databases and Data Warehouses
Support teams managing large datasets and demanding database workloads that require low-latency storage access. Automate the provisioning of high-performance database servers to ensure data integrity and rapid query responses.
data-intensive workloads, business intelligence platforms, transactional databases, data analytics environments
Development and Testing Environments
Provide developers with dedicated, high-performance virtual machines for building and testing new software or updates. Streamline the development lifecycle by offering consistent and reproducible testing environments.
agile development workflows, CI/CD pipelines, software development teams, application testing cycles
Key Features
Local SSD Storage
Achieve high I/O performance for applications that require fast data access, reducing latency and improving responsiveness.
Intel® Xeon® E-2278GDM v5 Processors
Benefit from powerful processing capabilities designed for demanding workloads, ensuring efficient execution of complex tasks.
8 vCPUs and 128 GiB RAM
Handle significant computational loads and memory-intensive applications with ample resources, supporting growth and scalability.
Azure US South Central Region
Deploy resources geographically closer to your users or data sources for optimized network performance and compliance.
Subscription Billing
Manage IT costs effectively with predictable monthly billing, avoiding large upfront capital expenditures.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require high-performance computing for trading platforms, risk analysis, and secure data processing, benefiting from the low latency of local SSDs and Azure's robust security features.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations often rely on real-time data processing for IoT, SCADA systems, and manufacturing execution systems (MES), where the performance of DSv4 VMs can enhance operational efficiency and responsiveness.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations handle sensitive patient data and require high-performance computing for medical imaging analysis, research, and Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, benefiting from Azure's compliance certifications and scalable infrastructure.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies manage large document repositories and require fast access for case management, e-discovery, and client portals, where the performance of these VMs can improve productivity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary advantage of the DSv4 series over other Azure VM series?
The DSv4 series offers local SSD storage, which provides significantly lower latency and higher IOPS compared to managed disks used in many other series. This makes them ideal for I/O-intensive workloads.
Can I use these virtual machines for any type of workload?
The D32s v4 is a general-purpose VM with a focus on performance due to its local SSD. It is well-suited for databases, web servers, application servers, and development/testing environments. However, extremely specialized workloads might benefit from series optimized for compute, memory, or storage.
How does the subscription billing model work?
Subscription billing means you pay a recurring fee, typically monthly, for the use of the virtual machine. This provides predictable operational expenses and avoids the large upfront costs associated with purchasing physical hardware.
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.