Microsoft Virtual Machines DSv4 Series D64s v4
Microsoft Azure D64s v4 virtual machines provide powerful, scalable compute resources designed for demanding business workloads, ensuring consistent performance for your critical applications.
- Scalable Compute: Access high-performance virtual machines to dynamically adjust resources based on your business needs.
- Optimized Performance: Benefit from Intel Xeon E5 v4 processors and local SSD storage for fast application response times.
- Flexible Deployment: Deploy Windows or Linux operating systems to support a wide range of business applications and services.
- Cost Efficiency: Pay-as-you-go subscription model allows for predictable operational expenses and budget management.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Microsoft Azure DSv4 series virtual machines, specifically the D64s v4 model, offer a powerful blend of general-purpose compute and local SSD storage. This configuration is ideal for businesses requiring high transaction throughput and fast data access, supporting a variety of operating systems and applications.
These virtual machines are designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies who need to run business-critical applications, host databases, or manage development and testing environments. They integrate directly into the Azure cloud ecosystem, providing a flexible and reliable platform for internal IT operations.
- Enhanced Performance: Features Intel® Xeon® E5 v4 processors and local NVMe SSD storage for superior I/O performance.
- Versatile Workloads: Suitable for web servers, application servers, databases, and development/testing environments.
- Azure Integration: Seamlessly integrates with other Azure services for a unified cloud management experience.
- Subscription Billing: Offers a predictable monthly subscription for operational expense management.
- Global Availability: Deployed in Azure's US North Central region for localized performance and compliance.
Azure D64s v4 virtual machines offer SMB and mid-market teams enterprise-grade performance and flexibility without the overhead of managing physical hardware.
What This Enables
Deploying Business Critical Applications
Enable teams to host and run essential business applications, such as CRM, ERP, or custom-built software, with reliable performance and availability. Streamline operations by ensuring applications have the necessary compute power to function without interruption.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, virtualized application hosting, on-demand resource scaling
Hosting Databases and Data Services
Streamline the deployment and management of databases and data warehousing solutions requiring high I/O performance. Automate resource allocation to ensure databases can handle peak transaction loads and complex queries efficiently.
relational database hosting, data analytics platforms, business intelligence services, high-throughput data processing
Development and Testing Environments
Enable development teams to quickly provision and de-provision environments for coding, testing, and staging new software releases. Automate the creation of consistent testing instances to accelerate the software development lifecycle.
agile development workflows, continuous integration continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, application performance testing, sandbox environments
Key Features
Intel Xeon E5 v4 processors
Achieve high processing power for demanding applications and faster execution of tasks.
Local NVMe SSD storage
Experience significantly reduced latency and increased throughput for data-intensive operations.
General-purpose compute optimized
Balance CPU, memory, and I/O for a wide range of business workloads.
Azure subscription model
Benefit from predictable monthly billing and operational expense management.
US North Central region deployment
Ensure localized performance and data residency compliance for your business.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require high-performance computing for transaction processing, risk analysis, and regulatory compliance, making the D64s v4's I/O capabilities and scalability essential.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers often run complex ERP systems, supply chain management software, and IoT data processing applications that demand consistent performance and reliable uptime, which Azure VMs provide.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations handle sensitive patient data and require robust infrastructure for Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems and medical imaging analysis, benefiting from Azure's security and performance.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies rely on efficient document management, case management software, and client communication tools that require dependable compute power and fast data access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between DSv4 and other Azure VM series?
The DSv4 series, including the D64s v4, is optimized for general-purpose workloads and features local NVMe SSD storage for enhanced I/O performance compared to series without local storage or with different processor generations.
Can I run Windows and Linux on this VM?
Yes, Microsoft Azure virtual machines, including the D64s v4, support both Windows Server and various Linux distributions, providing flexibility for your application environment.
How does the subscription billing work?
This is a subscription-based service, meaning you pay a recurring fee, typically monthly, for the use of the virtual machine resources. This model helps convert capital expenditures into predictable operational 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.