This is the first of several update notices that will be published concerning operational developments  for the Common Clearing Link implementation on November 24, 2003.  Our introductory notice, which included the Testing Schedule, was published on Thursday,

July 3, 2003.  Please be aware that the following important information will be sent to all CBOT and CME firms shortly:

�         Operational Impact Summary

�         Revised TREX Layout

�         New MQM Testing Requirements  

In the meantime, the purpose of this notice is to inform you of the upcoming training classes  that have been scheduled for CBOT-only and joint firm staff  who will require training on the CME Portal and on-line applications. It also addresses Security Access for those on-line systems.        

Please view the attached link for training class schedule and registration form.