Microsoft D4DS V4 Virtual Machines
Microsoft D4DS V4 Virtual Machines provide scalable and high-performance computing resources for demanding business workloads in the US West region.
- Scalable Performance: Offers a balance of compute, memory, and storage for diverse applications.
- Flexible Deployment: Ideal for enterprise-grade applications, databases, and development environments.
- Cost-Effective: Pay-as-you-go subscription model optimizes cloud spending.
- Reliable Infrastructure: Built on Microsoft Azure's secure and resilient global network.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Microsoft D4DS V4 Virtual Machines are part of the Dsv4-series, designed for compute-intensive workloads requiring a balance of compute, memory, and local SSD storage. This offering provides access to powerful virtualized hardware optimized for performance and efficiency, suitable for a wide range of business applications.
These virtual machines are utilized by IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies to host critical applications, databases, development and testing environments, and other compute-heavy tasks. They integrate into existing Microsoft Azure environments, offering a flexible and scalable solution for on-premises or cloud-based IT infrastructure.
- Optimized Performance: Features Intel® Xeon® Platinum 8272CL, Intel® Xeon® Scalable 2nd Gen processors for high throughput.
- Local SSD Storage: Provides low-latency, high-performance local storage for demanding applications.
- Flexible Sizing: Available in various configurations to match specific workload requirements.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly integrates with other Azure services for a complete cloud solution.
- Subscription Billing: Offers a predictable, recurring cost structure for budgeting.
Microsoft D4DS V4 Virtual Machines empower SMB and mid-market teams to deploy powerful, scalable computing resources without the overhead of physical hardware.
What This Enables
Deploying Compute-Intensive Applications
Enable teams to run demanding enterprise applications, such as large databases or ERP systems, that require significant processing power and fast storage. Streamline operations by ensuring applications have the resources they need to perform optimally.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, virtualized server consolidation, application modernization
Hosting High-Performance Databases
Streamline database management by deploying on virtual machines with local SSD storage for low-latency access. Automate performance tuning and ensure data availability for critical business intelligence and transactional systems.
data warehousing, transactional databases, big data analytics, business intelligence platforms
Development and Testing Environments
Enable development teams to quickly spin up and tear down isolated environments for coding, testing, and staging new software releases. Automate the provisioning of consistent development resources to accelerate release cycles.
agile development workflows, CI/CD pipelines, software testing frameworks, application prototyping
Key Features
Intel Xeon Platinum 8272CL Processors
Achieve high performance for compute-intensive workloads, ensuring applications run efficiently.
Local SSD Storage
Benefit from low-latency, high-throughput storage for demanding applications and databases.
Dsv4-series Optimization
Leverage a VM series designed for a balance of compute, memory, and storage, suitable for diverse business needs.
Microsoft Azure Platform
Utilize a secure, reliable, and globally distributed cloud infrastructure for your business operations.
Subscription Licensing
Manage IT costs effectively with a predictable, pay-as-you-go billing model.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require high-performance computing for trading platforms, risk analysis, and large-scale data processing, benefiting from the D4DS V4's speed and capacity.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers can use these VMs for running complex simulation software, managing production databases, and supporting IoT data processing, where performance and reliability are critical.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations can deploy these VMs for Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, medical imaging analysis, and research databases that demand significant compute power and low-latency storage.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies can leverage these VMs for managing large document repositories, running e-discovery software, and supporting complex case management systems that require robust performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary benefit of the D4DS V4 series virtual machines?
The D4DS V4 series offers a strong balance of compute, memory, and local SSD storage, making it ideal for compute-intensive workloads that also require fast data access. This provides enhanced performance for applications like databases and enterprise software.
What type of workloads are best suited for D4DS V4 virtual machines?
These VMs are well-suited for compute-intensive applications, high-performance databases, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and development or testing environments that benefit from fast local storage and significant processing power.
How does the subscription billing model work?
Subscription billing means you pay a recurring fee for the use of the virtual machine resources. This model provides predictable costs and allows for easy scaling up or down based on your business needs, avoiding large upfront capital expenditures.
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.