Microsoft Virtual Machines ESv4 Series E8-2S V4
Microsoft Virtual Machines ESv4 Series E8-2S V4 provides scalable cloud computing resources, enabling businesses to run critical applications with enhanced performance and flexibility.
- Scalable Compute: Access flexible virtual machine resources that can be adjusted to meet fluctuating workload demands.
- Performance Optimized: Benefit from hardware designed for demanding applications, ensuring smooth operation and responsiveness.
- Cost Efficiency: Utilize a subscription model to manage cloud infrastructure costs effectively without large upfront capital expenditures.
- Compliance Ready: Deploy workloads within a compliant cloud environment that adheres to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Microsoft Virtual Machines ESv4 Series E8-2S V4 is a cloud-based compute offering that provides virtualized server instances within Microsoft's Azure platform. This specific configuration offers a balance of CPU and memory, suitable for a wide range of business applications and workloads requiring consistent performance.
This service is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within small to mid-market businesses who need to deploy and manage applications, databases, or development environments in the cloud. It integrates into existing Azure footprints or serves as a foundation for new cloud deployments, offering enterprise-grade capabilities without the associated overhead.
- Flexible Resource Allocation: Dynamically adjust CPU and memory to match application needs.
- High-Performance Computing: Utilize hardware optimized for demanding workloads and consistent throughput.
- Subscription-Based Licensing: Benefit from predictable monthly billing for operational expenditure management.
- Global Azure Infrastructure: Deploy within Microsoft's secure and reliable global data center network.
- Application Hosting: Host critical business applications, web servers, and databases with confidence.
This Microsoft Virtual Machines offering is ideal for SMB and mid-market teams seeking reliable, scalable, and cost-effective cloud compute solutions.
What This Enables
Deploying Business-Critical Applications
Enable teams to host and run essential business applications, such as ERP systems or custom-built software, with guaranteed performance. Streamline operations by ensuring applications are always available and responsive to user demands.
cloud-native deployments, hybrid cloud environments, existing on-premises infrastructure, application modernization initiatives
Hosting Databases and Data Analytics
Streamline the deployment and management of databases and data analytics platforms that require consistent I/O and processing power. Automate resource scaling to handle varying data loads and complex query processing efficiently.
data warehousing, business intelligence platforms, transactional databases, big data processing
Development and Testing Environments
Enable development teams to quickly provision and de-provision environments for coding, testing, and staging applications. Automate the creation of consistent development stacks to accelerate the software development lifecycle.
agile development workflows, CI/CD pipelines, application testing frameworks, sandbox environments
Key Features
Intel® Xeon® E-2278GDM v4 processor
Achieve high performance for CPU-bound workloads and demanding applications.
Optimized CPU-to-memory ratio
Benefit from a balanced configuration suitable for a wide range of applications, from web servers to databases.
Azure infrastructure
Deploy on a secure, reliable, and globally distributed cloud platform with enterprise-grade availability.
Subscription billing
Manage IT costs effectively with predictable operational expenses rather than large capital outlays.
Azure security and compliance
Meet regulatory requirements and protect sensitive data with Microsoft's robust security measures.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial services firms require high-performance computing for trading platforms, risk analysis, and secure data processing, all of which benefit from the ESv4 series' capabilities and Azure's compliance standards.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Manufacturers can utilize these VMs for running complex simulation software, IoT data processing, and supply chain management applications that demand significant computational power and reliability.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations can deploy these VMs for patient record management systems, medical imaging analysis, and research applications, benefiting from Azure's HIPAA compliance and data security features.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies can host case management software, document analysis tools, and client portals that require consistent performance and secure data handling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ESv4 series of Azure Virtual Machines?
The ESv4 series of Azure Virtual Machines are optimized for compute-intensive workloads. They feature Intel® Xeon® E-2278GDM v4 processors and offer a balanced ratio of CPU to memory, making them suitable for a variety of demanding applications.
What type of workloads are best suited for the E8-2S V4 VM?
The E8-2S V4 VM is well-suited for workloads that require a good balance of CPU and memory, such as web servers, application servers, small to medium databases, and development/testing environments. Its performance-optimized hardware ensures responsiveness for these tasks.
How does the subscription model benefit my business?
The subscription model allows you to pay for compute resources on a monthly basis, converting capital expenditures into predictable operational expenses. This flexibility helps in managing budgets and scaling resources up or down as business needs change.
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.