Lenovo 4X97A83833 SR630 V3 6SAS/SATA+4ANYBAY Sas/sata CBL

Lenovo 4X97A83833 SR630 V3 SAS/SATA and AnyBay Backplane Cable Kit

Overview

The Lenovo 4X97A83833 is a factory-matched internal cable assembly designed specifically for the ThinkSystem SR630 V3 rack server, providing the physical signal routing layer between the server's SAS/SATA controller and its drive backplane. This kit supports a 6-bay SAS/SATA configuration combined with a 4-bay AnyBay expansion, covering mixed storage architectures that pair conventional SAS/SATA spinning or solid-state drives with NVMe-capable AnyBay bays in a single chassis. If you are wiring a SR630 V3 with this specific backplane combination, the 4X97A83833 is the Lenovo-engineered cable set for that exact layout — substituting generic or cross-model cables introduces impedance mismatches and signal integrity risks that Lenovo's validation testing does not cover.

Sourced factory-new through Lenovo server accessories and stocked for direct B2B fulfillment, this cable kit ships as a genuine component intended for integrators provisioning SR630 V3 systems at scale or replacing a damaged harness in the field.

Key Features

• SAS and SATA Dual-Protocol Support: The 4X97A83833 carries both SAS and SATA signaling on the same harness — so you are not locked into an all-SAS or all-SATA drive population. A mixed bay configuration (enterprise SAS HDDs alongside SATA SSDs for tiered storage) is supported without a separate cable run or adapter in the signal path.
• 6+4 Bay Coverage (SAS/SATA + AnyBay): The 6-bay SAS/SATA segment handles your conventional spinning or SSD storage while the 4-bay AnyBay segment provides flexible connectivity that can accept SATA, SAS, or NVMe U.2 drives depending on backplane configuration. This matters in SR630 V3 deployments where storage needs may shift post-commissioning — AnyBay bays let you swap drive protocol without a cabling change.
• SR630 V3 Platform-Specific Engineering: Lenovo engineers and validates cables per chassis generation. Using the correct OEM cable eliminates guesswork on connector pinout, cable routing clearance, and airflow obstruction — all real concerns in a 1U chassis where every millimeter of internal space is managed. Cross-generation or third-party cables may fit physically but often fail Lenovo's firmware-level drive detection or violate thermal guidelines.
• UNSPSC 26121624 Classification: This component falls under the UNSPSC code for data communications cables, confirming its classification as a structured signal cable rather than a power harness — relevant for procurement teams running commodity-coded purchasing workflows where cable type matters for budget categorization.
• 10 lb / 20 × 12 × 6 in Packaged Form: At 10 lb and packaged in a 20 × 12 × 6 in box, the kit ships with adequate protective packaging for freight handling. The dimensions suggest the harness is coiled and protected for safe transport — integrators shipping SR630 V3 components to remote data center sites or staging areas can plan rack weight and packing accordingly.
• Spare and Replacement Ready: Data centers running a population of SR630 V3 servers benefit from stocking at least one 4X97A83833 per rack as a cold spare. A failed or damaged internal cable can take a production node offline; having the correct part on-site eliminates the lead time risk of an emergency order during a critical incident.

Integration and Compatibility

The 4X97A83833 is designed and validated for use in the ThinkSystem SR630 V3 rack servers. It is not a universal SAS/SATA cable — connector geometry, cable length, and routing path are all specific to the SR630 V3 chassis and the 6SAS/SATA+4AnyBay backplane configuration. Before ordering, confirm your SR630 V3 backplane SKU matches this cable's target configuration. If your SR630 V3 uses a different backplane option (all-NVMe, 8-bay SAS, or a higher-density 2.5-inch configuration), a different cable kit will apply. Consult the SR630 V3 option compatibility matrix or the ThinkSystem SR630 V3 Configuration Guide to verify the correct cable part number for your specific backplane. SAS and SATA interfaces are physically keyed differently at the drive end — the AnyBay backplane side is designed to accept all three protocol types (SAS/SATA/NVMe) within the same bay, which is why the cable harness must be the platform-matched version rather than a cut-down generic. For environments running enterprise SAS or NVMe storage, matching the correct backplane and cable assembly is the foundational wiring step before any drive population or RAID controller configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which server model does the Lenovo 4X97A83833 cable kit support?

A: The 4X97A83833 is engineered specifically for the ThinkSystem SR630 V3 rack server with the 6SAS/SATA+4AnyBay backplane configuration. It is not designed for earlier SR630 generations or other SR-series chassis.

Q: Can the 4X97A83833 support NVMe drives in the AnyBay bays?

A: The AnyBay portion of the backplane is designed to accept SAS, SATA, or NVMe U.2 drives depending on the backplane and configuration. The cable provides the signal path to the AnyBay connector; actual NVMe support depends on the specific backplane variant and SR630 V3 configuration. Verify against the ThinkSystem SR630 V3 option compatibility matrix before populating NVMe drives.

Q: Is the 4X97A83833 compatible with third-party SAS or SATA drives?

A: The cable itself routes SAS and SATA signaling and is not inherently drive-vendor-specific. However, Lenovo's SR630 V3 firmware and RAID controller support for third-party drives varies — check Lenovo's drive compatibility list for the SR630 V3 before populating non-Lenovo drives.

Q: What is the shipping weight and box size of the 4X97A83833?

A: The packaged kit ships at 10 lb in a 20 × 12 × 6 in box, suitable for standard freight or parcel carrier handling to data center staging locations.

Q: Should data centers stock this cable as a spare part?

A: Yes. For data centers running multiple SR630 V3 units with this backplane configuration, stocking the 4X97A83833 as a cold spare eliminates the risk of extended downtime if a cable fails or is damaged during a drive swap. A single failed internal cable can take a production node offline until a replacement arrives.

Q: Is the 4X97A83833 a power cable or a signal cable?

A: It is a signal cable — UNSPSC code 26121624 classifies it under data communications cables, not power harnesses. It carries SAS and SATA data signals between the controller and backplane; power to the drives is handled by separate power harnesses within the SR630 V3 chassis.