Lenovo 4XF7A96625 ThinkSystem ST45 V3 2 x 3.5" HDD Cage Kit - Internal Drive Enclosure
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Product Overview
The Lenovo ThinkSystem ST45 V3 2x 3.5" HDD Cage Kit is an internal drive enclosure engineered to expand storage capacity within compatible server environments. This kit delivers two dedicated 3.5" bays for hard drive installation, enabling straightforward storage upgrades without requiring external chassis or complex cabling solutions. Designed specifically for the ThinkSystem ST45 V3 server platform, it integrates directly into the server's internal architecture, maintaining the original thermal management and airflow design while adding reliable storage density.
As a cage kit, this enclosure provides the mounting framework and connectivity for two standard 3.5" hard drives, which must be sourced separately based on your capacity and performance requirements. Its internal form factor ensures clean cable routing and preserves the server's compact footprint, making it ideal for data centers, server rooms, and IT environments where space efficiency and organized infrastructure are priorities. The enclosure supports server storage expansion for applications like virtual machine data, file server capacity increases, or localized backup storage, all while keeping the storage within the server chassis for simplified management.
Technical Overview
This drive enclosure kit delivers essential storage expansion capabilities tailored for the ThinkSystem ST45 V3 server. It features two 3.5" bays that accommodate standard hard drives, providing a secure mounting solution that aligns drives properly within the server chassis for reliable operation. The internal design means it installs directly inside the server rather than as an external peripheral, minimizing cable clutter and maintaining the server's original form factor while adding storage capacity.
The enclosure connects to the server's internal storage interfaces and power distribution, ensuring seamless integration without additional external power supplies or complex setup. Its compatibility is limited to the ThinkSystem ST45 V3 server, which guarantees proper fit, connectivity, and performance alignment with that specific server model. This focused compatibility reduces installation surprises and ensures the enclosure works harmoniously with the server's existing hardware and cooling systems.
Key Product Advantages
This HDD cage kit offers several practical benefits for server storage management, centered on integration, simplicity, and reliability. Its internal design seamlessly merges with the ThinkSystem ST45 V3 server, preserving the original chassis layout and cooling efficiency while adding storage capacity without external enclosures.
Server-Integrated Storage Expansion
The enclosure installs directly inside the ThinkSystem ST45 V3 server, maintaining a clean internal layout without external enclosures or additional power supplies. This integration reduces cable management complexity and keeps the server's thermal design intact.
- Preserves server chassis integrity
- Minimizes cable management complexity
- Maintains original thermal design
Dedicated 3.5" Drive Support
Two 3.5" bays provide secure mounting for standard hard drives, ensuring proper drive alignment and connection within the server environment. This design optimizes drive stability and supports reliable storage expansion.
- Accommodates common 3.5" hard drives
- Secure drive mounting mechanism
- Optimized for server vibration management
Deployment / Use Cases
This drive enclosure kit is specifically designed for storage expansion in Lenovo ThinkSystem ST45 V3 server deployments. It enables organizations to increase local storage capacity without replacing the entire server or adding external storage arrays, making it a cost-effective solution for growing storage needs. The internal installation is ideal for environments where rack space is limited or where maintaining a clean server footprint is important, such as data centers, co-location facilities, or compact server rooms.
Typical deployment scenarios include adding supplemental storage for virtual machine data, expanding file server capacity, or creating additional backup storage within the server. It also supports applications like database hosting, media storage, or archival systems where internal storage expansion provides better performance and management simplicity compared to external solutions. The enclosure's server-specific compatibility ensures it fits seamlessly into existing ThinkSystem ST45 V3 infrastructures, reducing deployment time and compatibility risks.
Server Storage Upgrade
Add two 3.5" hard drives to existing ThinkSystem ST45 V3 servers for increased data storage, application hosting, or backup capacity. This upgrade path allows organizations to scale storage without investing in new server hardware.
- Direct internal installation
- No external enclosure required
- Maintains server form factor
Data Center Integration
Deploy in data center environments where internal storage expansion is preferred over external solutions for simplified management and reduced footprint. The enclosure's internal design preserves rack space and minimizes additional cabling.
- Server-integrated design
- Minimal additional cabling
- Preserves rack space efficiency
Highlights
- Internal drive enclosure for ThinkSystem ST45 V3 servers
- Supports two 3.5" hard drives
- Two total expansion bays for storage capacity
- Internal form factor for clean server integration
- Compatible with Lenovo ThinkSystem ST45 V3 platform
- Designed for straightforward internal installation
- Maintains server chassis integrity and thermal design
- Enables storage expansion without external enclosures
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Lenovo Group Limited |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 4XF7A96625 |
| Brand Name | Lenovo |
| Product Name | ThinkSystem ST45 V3 2x 3.5" HDD Cage Kit |
| Product Type | Drive Enclosure |
| Technical Information | |
| Number of Hard Drives Supported | 2 |
| Number of Hard Drives Installed | 0 |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Number of Total Expansion Bays | 2 |
| Number of 3.5" Bays | 2 |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Internal |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | ThinkSystem ST45 V3 Server |
FAQ
How many hard drives does this enclosure support?
This Lenovo drive enclosure supports two hard drives. It features two dedicated 3.5" bays that can accommodate standard hard drives for storage expansion in compatible ThinkSystem ST45 V3 servers, providing a straightforward upgrade path for increased data capacity.
What server is this drive enclosure compatible with?
This enclosure is specifically compatible with the Lenovo ThinkSystem ST45 V3 server. It is designed to integrate directly into this server model's internal chassis, ensuring proper fit, connectivity, and alignment with the server's storage interfaces and cooling systems.
What form factor does this drive enclosure use?
This drive enclosure uses an internal form factor. It installs directly inside the ThinkSystem ST45 V3 server rather than as an external peripheral, maintaining the server's original footprint, cable management, and thermal design for a clean and efficient storage expansion solution.
What type of drive bays does this enclosure provide?
The enclosure provides two 3.5" drive bays. These bays are designed to securely mount standard 3.5" hard drives within the server chassis, ensuring proper drive alignment and connection for reliable storage expansion in server environments.
Does this enclosure come with hard drives installed?
No, this enclosure does not come with hard drives installed. It is a cage kit that provides the mounting framework for two 3.5" hard drives, which must be purchased separately based on your storage capacity, performance, and reliability requirements for your server deployment.
How does this enclosure integrate with the server?
The enclosure integrates internally within the ThinkSystem ST45 V3 server chassis. It connects to the server's internal storage interfaces and power distribution, providing a seamless storage expansion solution that maintains the server's original design, cooling efficiency, and cable management without external components.
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