Microsoft Azure Virtual Machines EV4 Series E4 v4
Gain access to Microsoft Azure EV4 Series E4 v4 virtual machines, offering enhanced performance for demanding workloads in the US West 2 region.
- Scalable Compute: Provides flexible virtual machine resources to match fluctuating business demands.
- Enhanced Performance: E4 v4 series offers improved CPU and memory capabilities for critical applications.
- Cost Efficiency: Subscription-based licensing ensures predictable operational expenses for cloud infrastructure.
- Global Availability: Deployed in US West 2, ensuring proximity and low latency for regional operations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Microsoft Azure EV4 Series E4 v4 virtual machines are designed for compute-intensive workloads, offering a balance of memory and compute resources. This subscription provides access to virtualized server instances within Microsoft's global Azure datacenter network, specifically in the US West 2 region, enabling businesses to run a wide range of applications and services.
These virtual machines are ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies who need to deploy and manage applications, databases, or development environments without the overhead of physical hardware. They integrate into existing Azure environments or serve as the foundation for new cloud-native solutions.
- Optimized for Workloads: Suitable for general-purpose computing, web servers, small to medium databases, and development/test environments.
- Flexible Sizing: Offers various configurations to precisely match application resource requirements.
- Pay-as-you-go: Subscription model allows for predictable monthly billing and cost management.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly connects with other Azure services for a unified cloud experience.
- Regional Deployment: Available in US West 2 for optimized performance and compliance needs.
Microsoft Azure EV4 Series E4 v4 virtual machines provide SMB and mid-market organizations with powerful, flexible cloud compute resources to drive business efficiency and innovation.
What This Enables
Deploying Business-Critical Applications
Enable teams to host essential business applications, such as ERP systems or CRM platforms, with reliable performance and uptime. Streamline application delivery by leveraging Azure's global infrastructure for consistent accessibility.
cloud-hosted applications, business continuity planning, on-demand resource scaling, hybrid cloud environments
Hosting Development and Test Environments
Streamline the development lifecycle by providing developers with readily available, isolated environments for coding, testing, and debugging. Automate the provisioning and de-provisioning of these environments to accelerate release cycles.
agile development, CI/CD pipelines, software testing, developer workstations
Running Databases and Data Analytics
Enable teams to deploy and manage databases, including SQL Server or other relational databases, with enhanced performance. Support data analytics workloads that require significant processing power and memory.
database hosting, data warehousing, business intelligence, data processing
Key Features
Intel® Xeon® E5 v4 processors
Provides strong performance for compute-intensive applications and general-purpose workloads.
High memory-to-core ratio
Supports memory-intensive applications and databases, improving response times and efficiency.
Azure Virtual Network integration
Enables secure and isolated network environments for your virtual machines, enhancing security and control.
Azure Resource Manager deployment
Allows for automated deployment and management of virtual machines and associated resources, simplifying infrastructure management.
Subscription-based billing
Offers predictable monthly costs, aiding in budget management and financial planning for IT infrastructure.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require high-performance computing for trading platforms, risk analysis, and secure data processing, making the EV4 series a suitable choice for these demanding workloads.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers often run complex simulation, design, and operational software that benefits from the compute and memory resources offered by the EV4 series virtual machines.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations handle large datasets for research, diagnostics, and patient management systems, which can be efficiently processed on EV4 series virtual machines.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies utilize applications for case management, document analysis, and client relationship management that require reliable and scalable compute power.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the EV4 and other Azure VM series?
The EV4 series is optimized for compute-intensive workloads, offering a good balance of CPU and memory. It generally provides better performance for general-purpose computing and memory-sensitive applications compared to some other series.
Can I use these virtual machines for production workloads?
Yes, the EV4 series is suitable for a wide range of production workloads, including web servers, application servers, and databases. Microsoft Azure provides SLAs to ensure availability and performance for production environments.
How is licensing handled for operating systems on these VMs?
The subscription cost typically includes the underlying Azure infrastructure. You may need separate licenses for specific operating systems or software depending on your licensing agreements with Microsoft or other vendors.
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.