Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650 V3 2.5" SAS/SATA Cable Kit

Overview

The Lenovo 4X97A82935 is a SAS and SATA cable kit designed specifically for the ThinkSystem SR650 V3 server with a 2.5 inch front chassis using the BP2 backplane. It provides the essential data cabling needed to connect the BP2 front backplane to the server’s storage controller and supported drive bays, ensuring a proper data path for SAS or SATA storage devices. This kit is ideal for installations or upgrades that require BP2 connectivity, supporting reliable signal transmission and maintaining the integrity of your storage configuration.

Key features

• Supports both SAS and SATA interfaces, allowing flexible storage options within the SR650 V3 system.
• Compatible with the BP2 front backplane, ensuring seamless integration with Lenovo’s server design.
• Includes all necessary data cables to simplify installation or upgrade processes without additional purchases.
• Ensures reliable signal transmission between the backplane and storage controller, reducing the risk of data errors or connection issues.
• Facilitates proper data path configuration, which is critical for maintaining optimal storage performance and system stability.

Key specs

• Compatibility: Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650 V3 2.5 inch front chassis with BP2 backplane
• Interface support: SAS and SATA
• Cable type: Data cables for backplane to storage controller connection
• Drive bay size: 2.5 inch

Connectivity and compatibility

This cable kit is tailored for Lenovo’s ThinkSystem SR650 V3 servers that utilize the BP2 backplane in the 2.5 inch front chassis. It supports both SAS and SATA drives, making it suitable for a range of storage configurations within this server model. The cables ensure proper connection between the backplane and the storage controller, which is essential for maintaining data integrity and system performance in enterprise and data center environments.

Ideal uses and environments

The 4X97A82935 cable kit fits well in enterprise data centers and IT environments where Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650 V3 servers are deployed. It is particularly useful for administrators who are expanding storage capacity, replacing backplanes, or reconfiguring drive layouts between SAS and SATA within Lenovo-supported setups. This kit helps maintain Lenovo’s design standards for cabling, ensuring that storage upgrades or repairs proceed smoothly and reliably.