Broadcom CacheCade Pro2.0 HW-Key

Name: Broadcom CacheCade Pro2.0 HW-Key
Brand: Broadcom
SKU: EMP-152676
Price: 269.00 CHF
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Broadcom CacheCade Pro2.0 HW-Key for MegaRAID controllers of series 9265, 9266, 9285, 9271, and 9270.

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Broadcom CacheCade Pro2.0 HW-Key – SSD Caching for RAID Controllers

The Broadcom CacheCade Pro2.0 HW-Key is a hardware key that enables SSD caching on select MegaRAID controllers. It significantly accelerates read and write access to hard drives by caching frequently used data on a fast SSD.

Boosts I/O performance of RAID controllers through intelligent SSD caching – ideal for data-intensive applications.
Compatible with controllers 9265-8i, 9266(-4i,-8i), 9285, 9271, and 9270 – easy upgrade of existing systems.
Supports read and write acceleration without additional software license – plug-and-play after activation.
24 months manufacturer warranty ensure long-term operational security.

What sets CacheCade Pro2.0 apart

Unlike purely software-based caching solutions, the HW-Key works directly on the RAID controller using dedicated hardware resources. This reduces latency and offloads the server's main CPU. Configuration is done via the proven MegaRAID Storage Manager tool.

Ideal for...

The CacheCade Pro2.0 is aimed at administrators and IT professionals looking to upgrade existing RAID systems with SSD caching. Especially suitable for databases, virtualisation environments, and file servers with high read/write demands.

How to use the CacheCade Pro2.0 HW-Key

Insert the HW-Key into the dedicated slot on the RAID controller (often marked “CacheCade” or “SuperCap”). After booting, activate caching via the RAID BIOS or MegaRAID Storage Manager. Assign one or more SSDs as cache drives and configure the desired caching mode (Read/Write/Read+Write).

About Broadcom

Broadcom is an American semiconductor company focusing on networking and storage solutions. It offers powerful RAID controllers and caching solutions for data centers and enterprise environments.

Technical Specifications

EAN	830343002245

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a hardware key that unlocks SSD caching on compatible MegaRAID controllers, accelerating read and write access to traditional hard drives.

The CacheCade Pro2.0 is compatible with controllers 9265-8i, 9266(-4i,-8i), 9285, 9271, and 9270 from Broadcom (formerly LSI).

SSD caching reduces latency and increases throughput for sequential and random access by storing frequently used data on a fast SSD.

No, the HW-Key already includes the license to use the CacheCade feature. Activation occurs after inserting the key and booting the system via the RAID BIOS.

The package includes the HW-Key and a quick installation guide. The RAID controller and SSDs are not included.