To All CME(R) iLink(SM) 1.0 Customers:

iLink v1.8 is scheduled to move in to production for trade date May 19, 2003.

Please review the iLink v1.8 release notes located at: http://www.cme.com/allaire/spectra/system/securemediastore/iLinkV18.pdf

None of the changes are expected to impact CME customers or require customer action. The changes will be available in the Certification Environment beginning Wednesday, May 14 and all users are encouraged to verify that their software operates correctly with the iLink v1.8 release.

If you require access to the Certification Environment, please contact your Technology Marketing Account Manager.

Regards,

CME Technology Marketing