Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines ESv4 Series E8s v4
Microsoft Azure ESv4 E8s v4 virtual machines provide scalable, high-performance computing resources designed for demanding business workloads.
- Access to: High-performance compute and memory optimized for general purpose workloads.
- Coverage for: Running a wide range of business applications, from web servers to enterprise resource planning.
- Protection against: Underprovisioning resources, ensuring application responsiveness and user satisfaction.
- Entitlement to: Flexible deployment options within the Azure US South Central region for localized performance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Microsoft Azure ESv4 Series virtual machines, specifically the E8s v4 size, offer a powerful blend of CPU and memory resources optimized for general-purpose workloads. This offering provides access to Azure's global infrastructure, enabling businesses to deploy and manage virtualized environments with enhanced performance characteristics.
These virtual machines are ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies seeking to run critical business applications, development and test environments, or web servers. They fit within a company's existing Azure subscription, providing a scalable and cost-effective solution for their IT infrastructure needs.
- Optimized Performance: Features Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL processor for demanding workloads.
- Balanced Resources: Offers a favorable ratio of vCPU to memory for diverse application needs.
- Scalability: Easily scale resources up or down based on business demand within the Azure platform.
- Regional Deployment: Available in the US South Central region for localized performance and compliance.
- Cost Efficiency: Subscription-based licensing provides predictable operational expenses.
Azure ESv4 E8s v4 virtual machines offer SMB and mid-market teams a powerful, flexible, and cost-effective platform for their critical business applications.
What This Enables
Deploying High-Performance Business Applications
Enable teams to run demanding enterprise applications such as ERP, CRM, and custom business software. Streamline operations by ensuring applications have the necessary CPU and memory resources for optimal performance and user experience.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, virtualized application hosting, business process automation
Hosting Development and Test Environments
Streamline software development lifecycles by providing developers with powerful and readily available virtual machines. Automate the provisioning and deprovisioning of test environments to accelerate release cycles and reduce time to market.
agile development workflows, CI/CD pipelines, application testing and QA, software development teams
Running Web Servers and Application Gateways
Enable teams to host public-facing websites, internal web applications, and API gateways with consistent performance and availability. Automate scaling to handle fluctuating traffic demands and maintain a positive user experience.
public-facing web services, internal business portals, API management, scalable web hosting
Key Features
Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL processor
Achieve high performance for compute-intensive workloads, ensuring applications run efficiently.
Balanced vCPU to Memory Ratio
Support a wide range of general-purpose workloads with optimal resource allocation.
Azure US South Central Region Deployment
Benefit from localized performance and potentially reduced latency for users in the region.
Subscription-based Billing
Predictable operational expenses and the flexibility to scale resources as business needs evolve.
Microsoft Azure Platform Integration
Seamlessly integrate with other Azure services for a cohesive IT infrastructure.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require robust and secure platforms to run trading applications, risk management software, and customer-facing portals, benefiting from the performance and reliability of Azure VMs.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations need to manage patient data securely and efficiently, utilizing Azure VMs for electronic health records (EHR) systems, medical imaging analysis, and research applications that demand significant compute power.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers can deploy Azure VMs for running enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, supply chain management software, and operational analytics, improving efficiency and data-driven decision-making.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional service providers use Azure VMs to host case management software, document management systems, and client portals, ensuring secure access to critical business data and applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary purpose of the ESv4 series virtual machines?
The ESv4 series is designed for general-purpose workloads that require a good balance of compute and memory. They are suitable for a wide range of business applications, development, and testing environments.
What does 'E8s v4' signify in the virtual machine name?
'E' typically denotes memory-optimized or general-purpose VMs, '8s' indicates 8 vCPUs, and 'v4' refers to the generation of the virtual machine series, signifying specific hardware and performance characteristics.
Can I use these virtual machines for mission-critical applications?
Yes, the ESv4 series is capable of running many mission-critical applications. However, it's important to ensure the resource allocation (vCPU, memory, storage, networking) meets the specific requirements of your application for optimal performance and availability.
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.