DECconnect System IPB

This document is an "Illustrated Parts Breakdown (IPB)" manual for the Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) "DECconnect System."

It serves as a comprehensive catalog and technical reference for all components of the DECconnect networking infrastructure. Key features include:

• A detailed "How to Use the IPB" section, explaining its organization, part identification, and the meaning of various columns (e.g., DEC Part No., ECO Cut-in, Ref Fig No.).
• Numerous "Artwork" sections with detailed illustrations and diagrams of system components and assemblies.
• "Parts Lists" that correspond to the artwork, providing descriptions, quantities, and specific DEC part numbers for each item.
• Comprehensive coverage of networking components, including modular wall boxes, faceplates, various types of cables (ThinWire Coaxial, twisted pair, fiber optics), network connectors (Ethernet, transceivers, bayonet), patch block kits, rack assemblies (active and passive), communication cabinets, adapters, and specialized tools for cable installation and testing.
• Revision history, trademark information, and extensive indexes sorted by part number and part description for easy lookup.

Overall, it is a detailed guide for identifying, managing, and understanding the physical components of the DECconnect networking system.