Lenovo 4X97A82928 SR650 V3 3.5-Inch Front Backplane SAS/SATA Cable Kit
Overview
The Lenovo 4X97A82928 is a factory-new SAS/SATA cable kit designed for the 3.5-inch front drive backplane of the Lenovo ThinkSystem server line. If you are replacing a damaged harness, reconfiguring storage topology, or completing a build where the cable kit was not included, this kit restores the backplane-to-controller signal path required to bring your rack server storage online. At 10 lb, the weight reflects a bundled multi-cable assembly rather than a single wire — expect a complete harness set appropriate for the front bay configuration of the SR650 V3 platform.
Compatibility
The 4X97A82928 is designed for the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650 V3 server with a 3.5-inch front drive backplane configuration. It supports both SAS and SATA interface connections, so it works regardless of whether your drive population is SAS HDDs, SATA HDDs, or a mixed bay — both signal types are covered by a single kit, eliminating the need to source separate cables per drive type. Do not install this cable kit on SR650 (Gen 1 or Gen 2) or SR650 V2 platforms — Lenovo backplane connectors and cable routing differ across generations, and an incorrect harness can prevent drive detection or damage the backplane connector.
Installation Notes
Route cables according to the SR650 V3 hardware maintenance guide to avoid pinch points against the chassis wall or obstruction of airflow baffles. Confirm backplane connector alignment before seating — SAS/SATA latching connectors on server backplanes require firm, straight insertion; angled force risks pin damage. Verify RAID controller or HBA compatibility with your drive population after cabling, as the cable itself is passive — signal integrity depends on correct controller configuration.
