Lenovo 4X97A81465 ST250 Series ODD/Tape Cable Kit

Lenovo 4X97A81465 ST250 Series ODD/Tape Cable Kit

Overview

The Lenovo 4X97A81465 is a factory-new ODD (optical disk drive) and tape drive cable kit purpose-built for the ST250 server series. If you are adding or replacing an optical or tape storage device inside an ST250 chassis, this kit provides the internal cabling required to complete the connection — eliminating the need to source individual cables that may not seat correctly or meet Lenovo's signal-integrity specifications for that platform. Without the correct internal cables, an ODD or tape drive simply will not communicate with the system board, making this a mandatory procurement step for any ST250 storage expansion involving optical or tape media.

Compatibility

Designed specifically for the Lenovo ST250 series tower servers. Verify your server model against Lenovo's official parts reference before ordering — the ST250 platform designation covers a defined chassis generation, and this kit is not a universal fit across the broader ThinkSystem or ThinkServer server families. If you are configuring a different Lenovo tower or rack server, consult the options compatibility matrix for that specific model to identify the correct cable kit part number.

Installation Notes

Route and connect internal cables according to the ST250 service documentation — correct connector orientation and cable routing prevent signal errors and ensure the chassis cover seats properly. The kit ships at 0.30 lb and measures 9.60 x 6.00 x 2.20 in, consistent with a multi-cable kit packaged for a single tower server. No special tooling beyond standard Torx or Phillips server-service tools is indicated, but follow Lenovo's ESD precautions when working inside the chassis. Confirm the drive bay is populated and the drive itself is compatible with the ST250 before installing the cable kit.