Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines DSv4 Series D8s v4
Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines DSv4 Series D8s v4 provides scalable, high-performance compute resources designed for demanding business workloads in the US West 2 region.
- Scalable Compute: Access flexible virtual machine resources that can be adjusted to meet fluctuating business demands.
- High Performance: Benefit from Intel Xeon E5 v4 processors and local SSD storage for demanding applications and databases.
- Cost Efficiency: Optimize cloud spending with pay-as-you-go subscription billing for virtual machine instances.
- Global Availability: Deploy workloads in the US West 2 region for low latency and reliable access for your users.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines DSv4 Series D8s v4 are cloud-based virtual servers offering a balance of compute power, memory, and local SSD storage. These VMs are ideal for a wide range of enterprise-grade applications, including web servers, application servers, and databases, providing a reliable platform for your business operations.
This offering is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies who require robust and scalable infrastructure without the overhead of managing physical hardware. These virtual machines integrate into existing Azure environments, supporting diverse application architectures and data storage needs.
- Optimized Performance: Features Intel® Xeon® E5 v4 processors and fast local SSD storage for demanding workloads.
- Flexible Sizing: Offers various configurations to match specific application performance and memory requirements.
- Subscription Billing: Provides a predictable, pay-as-you-go model for managing cloud infrastructure costs.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly connects with other Azure services for a unified cloud ecosystem.
- Regional Deployment: Available in the US West 2 region, ensuring proximity to your user base or data sources.
Azure DSv4 Series VMs offer SMB and mid-market teams enterprise-grade performance and flexibility, simplifying cloud infrastructure management.
What This Enables
Deploying High-Performance Application Servers
Enable teams to host demanding business applications, such as CRM, ERP, or custom-built software, requiring significant processing power and fast data access. Streamline application deployment and management with dedicated virtualized resources.
cloud-native applications, multi-tier architectures, business-critical software hosting
Hosting Responsive Database Instances
Support teams managing databases that require low latency and high throughput for rapid data retrieval and processing. Automate the provisioning of database servers that can scale with data growth and user demand.
transactional databases, data warehousing, high-availability configurations
Running Development and Test Environments
Provide developers with isolated, on-demand environments for building, testing, and staging new applications or features. Streamline the development lifecycle by quickly spinning up and tearing down virtual machines as needed.
agile development workflows, CI/CD pipelines, isolated testing sandboxes
Key Features
Intel Xeon E5 v4 Processors
Achieve high processing speeds for compute-intensive applications and workloads.
Local SSD Storage
Benefit from fast I/O performance for applications and databases requiring rapid data access.
Flexible VM Sizing
Select the optimal CPU, memory, and storage configuration to match your specific application needs and budget.
Azure Platform Integration
Easily connect with other Azure services like networking, storage, and security for a unified cloud environment.
Subscription Billing
Manage operational expenses with a predictable pay-as-you-go pricing model for your compute resources.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high-performance computing for transaction processing, risk analysis, and secure data management, making the DSv4 series ideal for these demanding workloads.
Manufacturing & Industrial
This sector often runs complex simulation, IoT data processing, and operational analytics that benefit from the powerful CPU and fast storage offered by DSv4 VMs.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need reliable and scalable infrastructure for patient record management, medical imaging analysis, and research applications, where performance and availability are critical.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service providers handle large document repositories and complex case management systems that require robust compute power and efficient data access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between DSv4 and other Azure VM series?
The DSv4 series is optimized for compute-intensive workloads and features Intel® Xeon® E5 v4 processors with local SSD storage, offering a strong balance of performance and cost for demanding applications.
Can I migrate my existing on-premises servers to these VMs?
Yes, Azure Virtual Machines are designed to host a wide variety of workloads, and migration tools are available to help move your on-premises servers to the Azure cloud.
How is billing handled for these virtual machines?
Billing is on a subscription basis, typically charged per hour or per month based on the VM size and usage. This provides a flexible and cost-effective way to manage cloud infrastructure expenses.
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.