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L5-25188-04 Overview
L5-25188-04-MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0 is a high-performance storage controller expansion card that leverages PCIe technology to deliver accelerated caching capabilities for server environments. Designed with a PCIe x8 interface and built on the robust MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0 chipset, this card provides high bandwidth support and reliable data acceleration, ensuring efficient storage expansion and server enhancement across various operating systems.
Engineered for demanding data centers, the L5-25188-04-MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0 supports both low-profile and full-height bracket configurations and features passive cooling for optimal thermal management. With compatibility for Windows, Linux, and VMware ESXi and a streamlined design that emphasizes power efficiency at 3.3V, this expansion card is ideally suited for storage expansion use cases in server upgrade and enterprise storage scenarios.
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L5-25188-04 Specifications
- Weight
- N/A
- Height
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- Depth
- N/A
- Width
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- PCIe Version
- PCIe 3.0
- Product Type
- Expansion Card
- Interface
- PCIe x8
- Supported Ports
- N/A
- Max Data Rate
- N/A
- RAID Levels Supported
- N/A
- Capture Resolution
- N/A
- Capture Frame Rate
- N/A
- Low Profile Bracket
- Yes
- Full Height Bracket
- Yes
- Cooling
- Passive
- Bus Width
- 64-bit
- Power Requirements
- 3.3V
- Use Case
- Storage Expansion
- Card Type
- Storage Controller
- Operating System Compatibility
- Windows / Linux / VMware ESXi
- Port Count
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- Chipset / Controller
- MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0
- Product Name
- L5-25188-04-MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0
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Product Comparison Table 
| L5-25188-04 |  05-25420-08 |  05-25528-04 |  05-25699-00 |  05-25716-00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Expansion Card | Expansion Card | Expansion Card | Expansion Card | Expansion Card |
| Card Type | Storage Controller | Storage Controller | RAID Controller | Storage Controller | Storage Controller |
| Interface | PCIe x8 | PCIe x8 | PCIe x8 | PCIe x8 | PCIe x8 |
| PCIe Version | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 | N/A |
| Chipset / Controller | MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0 | LSI SAS3108 | MegaRAID SAS 9380 | N/A | MegaRAID SAS 9380 |
| Supported Ports | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Port Count | N/A | 8 | 8 | N/A | 8 |
| Max Data Rate | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| RAID Levels Supported | N/A | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD | N/A | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD |
| Capture Resolution | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Capture Frame Rate | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Low Profile Bracket | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Full Height Bracket | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Cooling | Passive | Passive | Passive | Passive | Passive |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows / Linux / VMware ESXi | Windows / Linux / VMware ESXi | Windows / Linux / VMware ESXi | N/A | Windows / Linux / VMware ESXi / FreeBSD |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit | 64-bit | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Power Requirements | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Use Case | Storage Expansion | Storage Expansion | Storage Expansion | Storage Expansion | Storage Expansion |
| Product Name | L5-25188-04-MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0 | 05-25420-08-MegaRAID SAS 9361-8i - SAS - Serial ATA - PCI Express x8 - 12 Gbit/s - 1024 MB - DDR3 - 1866 MHz | 05-25528-04-MegaRAID SAS 9380-8e SGL 8-Port Int, 12Gb/s SATA+SAS - Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) | 05-25699-00-9305-24i - PCIe - PCIe - Mini-SAS - Low-profile - PCIe 3.0 - SATA - Aluminium - Black - Green | 05-25716-00-MegaRAID SAS 9380-8i8e - SAS - Serial ATA - PCI Express x8 - 12 Gbit/s - 2048 MB - DDR3 - 1866 MHz |
| Height | N/A | 1.73 inches | N/A | N/A | 1.73 inches |
| Width | N/A | 9.5 inches | N/A | N/A | 3.94 inches |
| Depth | N/A | 7.1 inches | N/A | N/A | 7.87 inches |
| Weight | N/A | 1.3 lbs | N/A | N/A | 2.2 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
M
Megan Whitcombson
5
Noticeable boost in application response times.
C
Caleb Morrisonfield
5
Easy integration with existing MegaRAID controllers.
L
Lena Dawson
4
Reliable caching solution for high IOPS workloads.
E
Ethan Livingston
4
Enhanced storage efficiency and reduced latency.
S
Sophie Granton
4
Valuable upgrade for enterprise RAID environments.
Questions & Answers
What is MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0 (SKU: L5-25188-04)?
MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0 is a premium software license that accelerates RAID performance by transparently caching frequently accessed data on SSDs.
How does MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0 improve system performance?
By intelligently redirecting hot data to high-speed SSDs, CacheCade Pro 2.0 delivers up to 5× faster random read I/O and significantly lower latency.
Which RAID controllers are compatible with CacheCade Pro 2.0?
CacheCade Pro 2.0 supports Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 3108, 3106 and later series controllers with firmware version 4.804 or higher.
What are the system requirements for installing MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0?
You need a supported MegaRAID controller, at least two enterprise-class SSDs, LSI Storage Authority v4.60 or later, and a Windows or Linux host.
How many SSDs can I configure in a CacheCade Pro 2.0 pool?
CacheCade Pro 2.0 supports up to 64 enterprise-class SAS or SATA SSDs in a single caching pool for maximum capacity and performance.
How do I install and configure MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0?
Use the MegaRAID Storage Manager to import your license key under the Utilities menu, create an SSD pool and enable CacheCade Pro 2.0 on your RAID volume.
Does CacheCade Pro 2.0 support both SATA and SAS SSDs?
Yes, CacheCade Pro 2.0 is compatible with both enterprise-class SATA and SAS SSDs for flexible caching configurations.
Can I use NVMe drives with CacheCade Pro 2.0?
No, CacheCade Pro 2.0 currently supports only SATA and SAS SSDs; NVMe caching is not supported in this release.
How do I activate my MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0 license?
Open MegaRAID Storage Manager, navigate to Utilities > License and enter your SKU: L5-25188-04 to activate CacheCade Pro 2.0.
Are there benchmark results for CacheCade Pro 2.0 performance?
Yes, independent benchmarks show up to 500,000 random read IOPS and a 70% reduction in read latency when using CacheCade Pro 2.0.
Can CacheCade Pro 2.0 accelerate random read workloads?
Absolutely—CacheCade Pro 2.0 is optimized for random read I/O, delivering dramatic performance gains for database and virtualized environments.
Does CacheCade Pro 2.0 support write caching?
No, CacheCade Pro 2.0 provides read-only caching to ensure data integrity while maximizing read performance.
Can I migrate from CacheCade 1.0 to CacheCade Pro 2.0?
Yes, you can seamlessly upgrade by installing the Pro license and following the migration guide in MegaRAID Storage Manager.
How do I monitor CacheCade Pro 2.0 performance?
Use MegaRAID Storage Manager or CLI tools to view real-time SSD hit rates, cache pool health and I/O acceleration metrics.
Is a firmware update required for CacheCade Pro 2.0?
Yes, ensure your MegaRAID controller firmware is updated to version 4.804 or later for full CacheCade Pro 2.0 support.
Where can I purchase the MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0 license?
You can buy SKU L5-25188-04 through authorized Broadcom distributors, system integrators or the Broadcom eStore.