Will this kit work for both SAS and SATA drives?

Yes. The harness is designed for V3 backplanes that accept SAS and SATA drive interfaces; compatibility depends on the chassis backplane configuration.

Is any reconfiguration required after replacing the cable?

No. Replacing the harness is a hardware operation and does not require firmware or driver changes.

Can this part be used across all Lenovo V3 variants?

The kit is intended for Lenovo V3 drive backplanes. Confirm your chassis backplane type before ordering to ensure exact fit and pinout match.

Should I prefer this OEM kit over a generic cable?

Yes. The OEM kit preserves vendor pinout, reduces risk of intermittent faults, and aligns with Lenovo service procedures, lowering repair time and risk.

Lenovo

V3 3.5IN FRONT BP SAS/SATA CBL KIT

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Lenovo V3 3.5IN Front BP SAS/SATA Cable Kit — SAS & SATA Backplane | Server, BP

Name: Lenovo V3 3.5IN Front BP SAS/SATA Cable Kit — SAS, SATA, 3.5 in Backplane
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 4X97A85163
Price: 1539.00 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Lenovo

MPN: 4X97A85163

$1,539.00

Free shipping on orders over $500

Authorized Dealer — Full manufacturer warranty

Key Features

Fits Lenovo V3 front bay — 3.5 in drive carriers
Backplane interface — SAS/SATA BP connector
MPN — 4X97A85163 (OEM Lenovo part)
Purpose — Front-to-backplane SAS/SATA cable kit
Compatibility — Designed for Lenovo V3 drive backplanes
Connector types — 3.5 in drive connector to BP backplane
Preserve SAS/SATA hot-swap detection with Lenovo MPN 4X97A85163 front-to-backplane cable
Ensure accurate drive activity and fault LED behavior using OEM backplane pinout

Restore or extend 3.5 in SAS/SATA drive connectivity in Lenovo V3 servers using the OEM front-to-backplane cable kit (MPN 4X97A85163). Specifically matched to V3 backplane pinouts, this kit preserves drive presence sensing, activity LED behavior, and hot-swap operation — avoiding the intermittent faults that can occur when non‑matched cables are used. The harness supports both SAS and SATA drives where the V3 backplane accepts those interfaces, making it the correct choice for service replacements, drive bay upgrades, and spare-part inventories. Field technicians will find installation aligns with standard V3 service procedures and requires no system configuration changes. Standardizing on the Lenovo part reduces time-to-repair and supports consistent diagnostics across your fleet.

Ideal For

Replace failed SAS/SATA harnesses in Lenovo V3 storage sleds
Provision 3.5 in drives without modifying chassis wiring
Maintain RAID arrays after drive swaps with vendor-compatible cabling
Stock as a spare part for Lenovo V3 front-bay storage service

Why This Product

1OEM wiring prevents miswired signals common with aftermarket harnesses
2Maintains LED and presence behavior that cheaper kits often disrupt
3Direct compatibility with Lenovo V3 backplanes eliminates adaptors
4Reduces field troubleshooting and time-to-repair versus generic cables

Lenovo V3 3.5IN Front BP SAS/SATA Cable Kit — SAS & SATA Backplane | Server, BP

Key Features

Ideal For

Why This Product

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