> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.pmem.io/persistent-memory/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.pmem.io/persistent-memory/getting-started-guide/creating-development-environments/cloud-environments/microsoft-azure-cloud.md).

# Microsoft Azure Cloud

On May 7th, 2019, Microsoft Azure announced availability of Intel Optane DC Persistent Memory within the Azure Cloud stack.  See their announcement here - <https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/blog/introducing-new-product-innovations-for-sap-hana-expanded-ai-collaboration-with-sap-and-more/>