B213A Expander Illustrated Parts Breakdown

This document is an Illustrated Parts Breakdown (IPB) manual for the Digital Equipment Corporation B213A Expander, with a primary revision date of August 24, 1989.

Its main purpose is to provide a comprehensive guide for identifying, understanding, and ordering all components of the B213A Expander.

Key contents include:

• Detailed Parts Identification: Exploded view diagrams and corresponding parts lists for the B213A Expander's major assemblies, such as the main enclosure, shell, front panel, and base.
• System Connectivity: Illustrations and part numbers for various cables and power configurations used to connect the B213A Expander to different Digital MicroVAX systems (e.g., MicroVAX 3500, 3600/3900) via Q-Bus, SDI, AC power, and power control bus connections.
• Accessory Information: Sections listing kits, additional cables, and labels (e.g., warning labels).
• Usage Instructions: A "How to Use the IPB" section explaining the manual's organization, callout descriptions, and revision history.
• Indexes: Comprehensive part number and description indexes for quick lookup.

The manual is designed for technical users, likely service personnel or system administrators, who need to identify components for repair, replacement, or system configuration.