cache pool

Discussions tagged with 'cache pool' on WindowsForum.com focus on storage configuration for virtual machines, particularly in the context of Unraid or similar server setups. Users explore whether to assign a dedicated SSD as a cache pool device for storing a single vdisk file or to pass it through directly to a VM for optimal performance. Key considerations include avoiding cache pool usage for appdata or other services, and the feasibility of direct disk passthrough when the controller also handles array disks. The tag covers practical trade-offs between cache pool flexibility and raw performance for gaming VMs.