Lenovo 4X97A80412 SR650 V2 2.5 Front BP2 NVME CBL V2

Lenovo 4X97A80412 SR650 V2 2.5-Inch Front Backplane 2 NVMe Cable

Overview

The Lenovo 4X97A80412 is a purpose-built NVMe cable assembly designed for the ThinkSystem SR650 V2 rack server, specifically supporting the 2.5-inch Front Backplane 2 (BP2) NVMe configuration. If you are expanding or replacing the NVMe drive cabling in an SR650 V2 chassis — whether adding a second backplane zone or swapping damaged hardware — this is the OEM-matched cable to specify. Using a non-matched cable in a server backplane assembly risks compatibility issues with backplane signaling and connector alignment; this part eliminates that variable.

Key Features

• NVMe Interface: Wired for NVMe (PCIe-based) signaling rather than legacy SAS/SATA — which means full-bandwidth throughput to NVMe SSDs without a protocol translation bottleneck. If your SR650 V2 is running NVMe-optimized storage for databases, VMs, or high-throughput video recording, this cable is the correct path.
• SR650 V2 Front BP2 Targeting: Designed specifically for the Front Backplane 2 position in the 2.5-inch drive bay configuration of the SR650 V2. Backplane cable assemblies are chassis-specific — routing, connector keying, and cable length are engineered for a single platform. This is not a universal cable; verify your chassis model and backplane slot before ordering.
• Physical Footprint (16.30 x 12.00 x 3.30 in, 3.40 lb): At 3.40 lb and 16.30 inches in length, this is a substantial internal cable assembly — consistent with a multi-drop backplane harness rather than a single-drive cable. Factor clearance into your chassis layout review before installation.

Integration & Compatibility

The 4X97A80412 is validated for the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650 V2 platform. Before ordering, cross-reference your server's configuration guide or the Lenovo ServerProven compatibility tool to confirm the exact backplane slot (BP2) and drive bay format (2.5-inch) match your installed configuration. Mixing BP1/BP2 cables or 2.5-inch/3.5-inch variants within the same chassis will result in a non-functional assembly. No compatibility data for other Lenovo platforms (SR650 V1, SR650 V3, SR630, etc.) is available in evidence — do not assume cross-generation compatibility without verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What server platform is the 4X97A80412 designed for?

A: The 4X97A80412 is designed for the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650 V2 rack server, specifically the 2.5-inch Front Backplane 2 (BP2) NVMe cable configuration.

Q: Is this cable compatible with the SR650 V1 or SR650 V3?

A: Compatibility with SR650 V1 or SR650 V3 is not confirmed in available evidence. Backplane cables are generation-specific — verify against Lenovo's configuration guide for your exact chassis before ordering.

Q: What interface does the 4X97A80412 support?

A: The 4X97A80412 supports NVMe (PCIe-based) interface signaling, making it appropriate for NVMe SSD installations in the SR650 V2 front BP2 bay position.

Q: Can this cable be used for SAS or SATA drives?

A: No. The 4X97A80412 is an NVMe cable assembly. It is not designed for SAS or SATA drive configurations — a different backplane cable part number would be required for those interfaces.

Q: What are the physical dimensions and weight of the 4X97A80412?

A: The assembly measures 16.30 x 12.00 x 3.30 inches and weighs 3.40 lb.