Lenovo 4X97A93517 ThinkSystem ST50 V3 Internal Drive Cable Accessories Kit

Lenovo 4X97A93517 ThinkSystem ST50 V3 Internal Drive Cable Accessories Kit

Overview

The Lenovo 4X97A93517 is an internal drive cable accessories kit designed for ThinkSystem ST50 V3 tower servers. When expanding or reconfiguring internal storage — adding drives to previously unpopulated bays, replacing a damaged cable, or completing a drive-bay upgrade — this kit provides the correct OEM-matched cabling rather than forcing you to source generic alternatives that may not seat properly or meet the server's signal-integrity requirements. Having the right cable set on hand before the technician arrives eliminates the single most common cause of a storage expansion taking two service visits instead of one.

Compatibility

This kit is designed for the Lenovo ThinkSystem ST50 V3 tower server platform. Verify your specific ST50 V3 configuration and populated bay count against Lenovo's options guide before ordering — the ST50 V3 supports multiple drive backplane configurations, and cable requirements vary by backplane type and bay count. This part number is not interchangeable with ST50 (Gen 1) or ST250 V2 cable kits; confirm the V3 designation in your server's model string before purchasing. For broader server storage accessories, ensure bay and connector type alignment with your target backplane.

Installation Notes

Internal drive cable installation on the ST50 V3 requires powering down and fully de-energizing the system before accessing the chassis. Route cables clear of airflow paths and CPU heatsink clearance zones — improper routing in a tower chassis is a common cause of thermal throttling after a storage upgrade. Connector seating should be firm and fully latched; a partially seated SATA or power connector will cause intermittent drive detection, which is difficult to diagnose post-reassembly. Weight is 0.40 lb; packaged dimensions are 9.60 × 6.00 × 2.20 in, sized for standard parts packaging.