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Mar 17, 2020 — AMD-powered NVv4 instances deliver security focused and affordable GPU-partitioned virtual machines in Microsoft Azure . From task workers to designers and ...

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Modern Desktops & Workstations in the Cloud

AMD-powered NVv4 instances deliver security focused and affordable GPU-partitioned virtual machines in Microsoft Azure�
From task workers to designers and architects, many of their everyday applications rely on GPU acceleration to deliver responsive user experiences and maximize productivity. Traditional CPU-only virtual machines often struggle to keep up with modern applications, leading to frustrated users as their productivity declines, while deploying GPU-accelerated, on-premises virtual environments can be too costly.
With the introduction of NVv4, Microsoft Azure can now deliver security focused and affordable modern desktop experiences in the cloud. Powered by AMD Radeon InstinctTM GPUs and its industry-first SR-IOV technology, the NVv4 instance offers a choice of four configurable options designed to deliver just the right amount of GPU capability for any enterprise workloads. NVv4 instance offers license-free GPU partitioning on discrete-GPUs in Azure. The result is a security focused, affordable, GPU-powered desktop and workstation experience in the cloud.
Modern cloud desktop experience, powered by SR-IOV

VM received 1/2 GPU resource
Virtual Machine (VM)
Guest OS Apps
Native GPU Drivers

VM received 1/4 GPU resource
VM
Guest OS Apps Driver

VM received 1/8 GPU resource

VM
Guest OS Apps Driver

VM
Guest OS Apps Driver

AMD GPU-P Host Driver SR-IOV-based Microsoft Hyper-V

1/2 GPU

1/4 GPU

1/8 GPU

SRIOV Protected and partitioned GPU memory (16GB)

AMD Radeon Instinct MI25 GPU

1/8 GPU

Microsoft Azure NVv4 Instances Quick Facts
1. The first GPU-partitioned VM on Azure, making GPU-enabled VMs more affordable than ever before
2. Four available NVv4 options designed to accelerate modern-day workloads from office productivity to professional 3D CAD and design-visualization
3. Manage NVv4 instances through preferred remote protocols: RDP, Citrix HDx, or Teradici� PCoIP�
4. Each NVv4 instance can be deployed in single- or multi-session configuration for maximum IT flexibility and scalability
5. Powered by the latest 2nd Gen AMD EPYCTM processors and AMD Radeon InstinctTM GPUs
6. Uncompromised workstation-class experience with CAD- and AEC ISV-certified applications
7. Supports Windows 10 Enterprise Multi-Session to deliver a "true" Windows 10 experience in Azure, reducing compatibility issues when migrating Windows 10 desktop applications to Azure

What is S4.0R-IOV for GPUs?

PCmark 10 Extended All Test Sequences (Raw Scores normalised to DVv3) (Higher is better)

3.5
Cloud-native, SR-IOV-based virtualization is designed to provide superior security compared to software-based GPU virtualizatio3.n0 standards as it enables isolation of PCIe� hardware resources, helping prevent unauthorized access to

the data of2o.5ne VM by users of other VMs sharing the GPU.

2.0

1.5

1.0
Scale you0.5r performance needs with NVv4

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SPEC Viewperf13 Raw scores (in FPS)

250

(Higher is better)

200

150

100

50

maximum expected *delivered* DaaS frame rate over high-quality internet connection

0 Autodesk 3Ds Max Dassault CATIA

PTC Creo NVv4 "32"

Autodesk Maya NVv4 "16"

Autodesk Showcase Siemens NX

NVv4 "8"

NVv4 "4"

SolidWorks

Deployment flexibility and choice
Microsoft NVv4 instances are fully supported by Windows Virtual Desktop, Citrix Cloud, Workspot and Teradici Cloud Access.
Windows� Virtual Desktop

Choosing the right instance for your business

Use Type
Single

Size vCPU NV4as_v4 4

OS Win10

Memory GPU memory Number of (GPU Partition) Displays

14 GB

2 GB (1/8)

1

Res of Display
1080p Up to 30Hz

Target audience Best for

profile

use case

Knowledge

Enterprise productivity & collaboration

Type of Applications
Office 365, Web browsing, Video calling

Single NV8as_v4 8

Win10

28 GB

4 GB (1/4)

1 Display

Entry visual

Office 365,

1-3

config:

Professional

workloads &

Video calling

4K up to 30Hz

productivity

and Revit�

Win10,

Single/ Sessions

NV16as_v4

16

Win10 EVD, Server 19,

56 GB

Server16

8 GB (1/2)

1 Display

General

1-4

config: 4K up to 30Hz

Workstation

Workstationclass
workloads

Mainstream CAD and M&E

Win10,

Single/ Sessions

NV32as_v4

32

Win10 EVD, Server 19,

112 GB

Server16

16 GB (1/1)

1-4

1 Display config: 4K up to 30Hz

Full Graphics

High-end Workstation
Class workloads

Mainstream-highend CAD and M&E
and advanced design viz

For More Information Visit www.AMD.com/nvv4
Testing conducted by AMD Performance Labs as of Jan 12 on live Azure Cloud VM instance types (NVv4), in SPEC viewperf 13 performance. Standard NV4as_v4, Windows 10 Pro v1809, 4 vcpus, 14 GiB memory, 1/8 fractional/virtualized) AMD Radeon Instinct MI25 w/ 4GB VRAM, AMD/(MSFT customized) graphics driver version: Radeon-Pro-Software-for-Enterprise-19.Q4.1-TP, 1024 GiB Premium SSD. Standard NV4as_v8, Windows 10 Pro v1809, 8 vcpus, 28 GiB memory, 1/4 fractional/virtualized) AMD Radeon Instinct MI25 w/ 4GB VRAM, AMD/(MSFT customized) graphics driver version: Radeon-Pro-Software-for-Enterprise-19.Q4.1-TP, 1024 GiB Premium SSD. Standard NV4as_v16, Windows 10 Pro v1809, 16 vcpus, 56 GiB memory, 1/2 fractional/virtualized) AMD Radeon Instinct MI25 w/ 4GB VRAM, AMD/(MSFT customized) graphics driver version: Radeon-Pro-Software-for-Enterprise-19.Q4.1-TP, 1024 GiB Premium SSD. Standard NV4as_v32, Windows 10 Pro v1809, 32 vcpus,
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