This document is a comprehensive Field Maintenance Print Set (technical manual) published by Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) in 1987 for their 6500S Pedestal system.
The primary purpose of the document is to provide detailed technical information necessary for the maintenance of various configurations and unit variations of the 6500S Pedestal system and its associated hardware components.
Key contents include:
- Comprehensive Table of Contents: Listing numerous part numbers and descriptions for various system components, including different configurations (e.g., "DD ONLY", "PL", "TC") and voltage options.
- Detailed Parts Lists: Breaking down the system into its electrical, mechanical, and electro/mechanical components, specifying quantities and revision histories.
- Assembly Breakdowns and Block Diagrams: Illustrating the physical and logical structure of the 6500S Pedestal chassis, backplane, fan assembly, power supply, and other sub-assemblies.
- Extensive Circuit Schematics and Functional Diagrams: Providing in-depth technical details for critical modules such as the KAB50 processor/system logic, H3600 Console SLU Module, EMI Filter Board, and BA213 Backplane, complete with signal names, pin assignments, and interconnections.
- Specific Component Information: Dedicated sections covering the MicroVAX 3500 STD Ped System, S-Box power supply, and 8MB ECC MOS Memory modules.
- Rework Instructions: Guidance for specific modifications or repairs on certain modules within the system.
The document serves as a detailed guide for understanding the system's architecture, components, and their interrelationships for maintenance purposes.