Microsoft SQL Server Virtual Machines EDSv4 Series
Microsoft SQL Server virtual machines on the EDSv4 series provide optimized performance for demanding SQL workloads, ensuring reliable database operations.
- Optimized Performance: Enhanced CPU and memory for SQL Server workloads.
- Scalable Capacity: Flexible deployment options to match your data needs.
- Microsoft Licensing: Streamlined access to licensed SQL Server software.
- Cloud Integration: Designed for deployment within Microsoft Azure environments.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This offering provides access to Microsoft Azure's EDSv4 series virtual machines, specifically configured and licensed for running SQL Server workloads. It delivers a powerful and compliant platform for your critical database operations, combining robust hardware with essential software licensing.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies, these virtual machines are designed to host dedicated SQL Server instances. They fit within existing Azure environments or serve as the foundation for new database deployments, supporting business-critical applications and data management.
- Dedicated SQL Server Environment: Pre-licensed and optimized for Microsoft SQL Server.
- High Performance Compute: EDSv4 series offers Intel® Xeon® E5-2673 v4 processors for demanding tasks.
- Flexible Storage Options: Supports Premium SSD and Ultra Disk Storage for optimal I/O.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly integrates with other Azure services for a complete solution.
- Compliance Ready: Ensures licensing compliance for your SQL Server deployments.
Empower your business with dedicated SQL Server performance and licensing, simplifying management and ensuring compliance for your critical data.
What This Enables
Enable High-Performance SQL Server Workloads
Enable teams to run demanding SQL Server applications with dedicated virtual machines offering enhanced CPU and memory resources. Streamline database operations by providing a pre-licensed and optimized platform for critical business data.
dedicated application hosting, business intelligence platforms, data warehousing, transactional databases
Ensure SQL Server Licensing Compliance
Streamline your software licensing by acquiring a pre-licensed SQL Server virtual machine. Automate compliance checks and avoid costly penalties by operating within a fully licensed Microsoft Azure environment.
regulatory compliance, software asset management, IT governance, cloud deployments
Optimize Database Performance and Scalability
Automate the provisioning of virtual machines with high-performance storage options, ensuring optimal I/O for your SQL Server databases. Enable teams to scale resources up or down based on fluctuating business demands, maintaining application responsiveness.
performance tuning, elastic scaling, cloud infrastructure, application modernization
Key Features
EDSv4 Series Virtual Machines
Leverage Intel® Xeon® E5-2673 v4 processors and fast storage for superior SQL Server performance.
SQL Server Licensing Included
Eliminate the complexity and risk of managing SQL Server licenses separately.
Azure US East Region Deployment
Benefit from Microsoft's global cloud infrastructure for reliability and proximity to users.
Premium SSD and Ultra Disk Support
Achieve high I/O performance for demanding database transactions and queries.
Pay-as-you-go Subscription Billing
Manage costs effectively with a flexible subscription model aligned with usage.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services require robust security, high availability, and strict compliance with regulations like SOX and GDPR for handling sensitive customer data and transactions.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to HIPAA and other privacy regulations, demanding secure, compliant, and highly available systems for patient records and operational data.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers rely on SQL Server for managing production data, supply chains, and operational analytics, requiring reliable performance and scalability to support complex processes.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle confidential client information and require secure, compliant, and performant database solutions to manage case files and client data.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EDSv4 series in Azure?
The EDSv4 series virtual machines in Azure are optimized for compute-intensive workloads, including SQL Server. They feature Intel® Xeon® E5-2673 v4 processors and support Premium SSD and Ultra Disk Storage for high performance.
Does this include the SQL Server license?
Yes, this offering includes the necessary Microsoft SQL Server licensing (SQLG7_IAAS) for use on the specified virtual machine, simplifying compliance and procurement.
What are the benefits of using Azure for SQL Server?
Azure offers scalability, reliability, built-in security features, and a global infrastructure. Using Azure for SQL Server can reduce operational overhead and provide access to advanced data services.
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.