Fujitsu Primergy RX100 S3 User manual

PRIMERGY
PRIMERGY RX100 S3
Server System
Operating Manual
Xenia Fierley
Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH
cognitas PS
81730 München
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Edition August 2005

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Contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 Overview of the Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.3 Notational Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.4 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2 Installation Steps: Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3 Important Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.1 Notes on Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.2 CE Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.3 FCC Class A Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.4 Transporting the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.5 Notes on Installing the Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.6 Environmental Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4 Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.1 Installation Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.2 Unpacking the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.3 Installing/Removing the Server into/from the Rack . . . . . . . 27
4.3.1 Requirements of the Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4.3.2 Necessary Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.3.3 Preparing the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.3.4 Mounting in the PRIMECENTER/DataCenter Rack . . . . . . . 32
4.3.5 Mounting in 3rd-Party Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
4.3.6 Installing the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.4 Connecting Devices to the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4.4.1 Connecting the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
4.5 Connecting the Server to the Mains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
4.6 Instructions on Connecting and Disconnecting Cables . . . . . 38
5 Preparation for Use/Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
5.1 Operating and Indicator Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
5.1.1 The Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
5.1.2 The Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
5.2 Switching the Server ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
5.3 Configuring the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
5.3.1 Hard Disk Write Cache . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
5.3.2 Configuration with ServerStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
5.3.3 Configuration without ServerStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
5.4 Cleaning the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

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Contents
6 Problem Solutions and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
6.1 Power-ON Indicator Remains Dark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
6.2 The Server Switches Itself OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
6.3 The Monitor Remains Dark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
6.4 Flickering Stripes Across the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
6.5 No Monitor Display or Display Drifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
6.6 No Mouse Pointer Displayed on the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 53
6.7 Time and/or Date are Incorrect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
6.8 System Fails to Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
6.9 Error Messages on the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
7 Property and Data Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
7.1 BIOS Setup security functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
8 Hot-plug Hard Disk Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
8.1 Handling HDD Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
8.2 Installing/Removing a HDD/Dummy Module . . . . . . . . . . 59
Related publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

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1Introduction
The PRIMERGY RX100 S3 server is an Intel-based server for small and
medium-sized networks and can be mounted into both, rack systems of the
Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH and present rack systems from different
manufacturers.
The PRIMERGY RX100 S3 server offers a high level of reliability and availability
through highly developed hardware and software components. These include
the ServerView server management software, Prefailure Detection and
Analyzing (PDA) and Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart (ASR&R).
Security functions in the BIOS Setup and on the system board protect the data
on the server against manipulation. Additional security is provided by the
lockable rack door.
The server occupies 1 height unit (HU) in the rack.
1.1 Overview of the Documentation
IPRIMERGY manuals are available in PDF format on the ServerBooks CD.
The ServerBooks CD is part of the ServerView Suite delivered with each
server system.
The PDF files for the manuals can also be downloaded free of charge
from the Internet. The overview page showing the online documentation
available on the Internet can be found via the URL:
http://manuals.fujitsu-siemens.com. For the documentation of the
PRIMERGY servers choose the navigation point industry standard servers.
Concept and Target Group of this Manual
This operating manual describes how to install and how to operate your server.
This operating manual is intended for those responsible for installing the
hardware and operating the system. The manual contains all the information
required for mounting and operating your PRIMERGY RX100 S3.
To understand the different expansion options, you need a knowledge of
hardware and data transmission, as well as basic knowledge of the operating
system used.

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Overview of the Documentation Introduction
Additional components of the server documentation
To the PRIMERGY RX100 S3 documentation set belong the following additional
manuals:
– “Quick Start Hardware - PRIMERGY RX100 S3” (poster)
– “Quick Start Software - PRIMERGY ServerView Suite” (poster)
– “Warranty” manual (print version delivered together with the system, PDF file
available on the ServerBooks CD)
– “Safety” manual (print version delivered together with the system, PDF file
available on the ServerBooks CD)
– “Ergonomics” manual (PDF file available on the ServerBooks CD)
– “Returning used devices” (PDF file available on the ServerBooks CD)
– “Helpdesk” (poster with worldwide helpdesk telephone numbers)
– “PRIMERGY RX100 S3 Serversystem Options Guide” (PDF file available on
the ServerBooks CD)
– Technical Manual for the system board D2004 (PDF file available on the
ServerBooks CD)
– “BIOS Setup” manual (PDF file available on the ServerBooks CD)
– “ServerView Suite” includes the ServerStart CD, the ServerBooks CD and the
print version of the manual “PRIMERGY ServerView Suite - ServerStart”.
The PDF file of the manual is also available on the ServerBooks CD.
IIf you need a backup of the ServerBooks CD, send the details of your
server via email address: [email protected].
– “Global Array Manager Client Software User’s Guide” (PDF file available on
the ServerBooks CD)
– “Global Array Manager Server Software User’s Guide” (PDF file available on
the ServerBooks CD)
– “LSI SATA Software RAID User’s Guide” (PDF file available on the
ServerBooks CD)
Further sources of information
– Technical Manual for the rack
– manual for the monitor
– server management manual ServerView
– manual for the Remote Test and Diagnostic System RemoteView
– operating system documentation
– information files of your operating system
(see also “Related publications” on page 63).

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Introduction Features
1.2 Features
System Board
The features of the system board can be found in the Technical Manual of the
system board D2004 for the hardware and in the “BIOS Setup” for the firmware
(see “Related publications” on page 63).
Hard Disk Drives
The server may have a maximum of two hard disk drives with SATA interface.
There are two server variants:
– Server with non hot-plug hard disk drives (mounted in an “easyChange” hard
disk carrier)
– Server with hot-plug hard disk drives (see “Hot-plug Hard Disk Drives” on
page 57)
The different features of each server variant are described in the appropriate
sections of this manual.
Accessible Drives
An CD or DVD drive is available.
Power Supply
The server has a fixed, wide range power supply unit that adjusts automatically
to a power voltage in the range from 100 V - 127 V or 200 V - 240 V.
High Level of Availability and Reliability
When memory data are accessed, 1-bit errors in the main memory are recog-
nized and automatically corrected with the ECC (Error Correcting Code)
method.
ASR&R (Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart) restarts the system in
the case of an error and automatically ”hides“ the defective system components.
The PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analyzing) technology from Fujitsu Siemens
Computers analyzes and monitors all components important for system
reliability.

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Features Introduction
Server Management
Server management is implemented with the aid of the supplied ServerView
software and PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analyzing) technology from Fujitsu
Siemens Computers. PDA reports early the threat of a system error or
overloading so that preventative measures can be taken.
ServerView enables the management of all PRIMERGY servers in the network
via a central console. Here ServerView supports the following functions:
●Remote startup (Wakeup On LAN)
●Temperature monitoring of the CPU and the surrounding area
●Power monitoring
●End-of-life monitoring of the fans with timely notification before a failure
●Watchdog timer for operating system monitoring and application monitoring
with ASR&R
Further information on the ServerView server management is provided in the
associated documentation (see “Related publications” on page 63).
Server Management LAN (SM LAN)
The Server Management LAN is a direct communication interface between a
remote system and the local BMC. It is used for “Console Redirection” (text and
grafical) and for transferring e. g. power management commands from the
remote system to the BMC via LAN.
The LAN connection (only LAN port 1) (see section “Connecting Devices to the
Server” on page 36) can be exclusive for management or be shared with the
standard OS.
ServerStart
You can configure the PRIMERGY server quickly and precisely with the
ServerStart software provided. User-guided menus are available for installing the
server operating systems.

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Introduction Notational Conventions
Service and Support
PRIMERGY server are service-friendly and modular, thus enabling quick and
simple maintenance. The flash EPROM program supplied with the Fujitsu
Siemens Computers utilities supports fast BIOS Update.
The optional RemoteView Remote Test and Diagnosis System allows the
PRIMERGY RX100 S3 Server to be maintained from remote locations. A
Remote Service Board (RSB) can be used in conjunction with RemoteView.
Together they facilitate a remote diagnosis for system analysis, remote configu-
ration, and remote restart should the operating system or hardware fail.
1.3 Notational Conventions
The following notational conventions are used in this manual:
Italics indicate commands, menu items or software programs.
“Quotation marks” indicate names of chapters and terms that should be
emphasized.
Êtext which follows this symbol describes activities that
must be performed in the order shown.
VCAUTION! pay particular attention to text marked with this symbol.
Failure to observe this warning may endanger your life,
damage the server, or lead to loss of data.
Isupplementary information, remarks, and tips follow
this symbol.
Table 1: Notational Conventions

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Technical Data Introduction
1.4 Technical Data
Electrical Data
Compliance Standards
Rated voltage range 100 V - 127 V or 200 V - 240 V
Rated frequency 50 Hz - 60 Hz
Rated current in basic configuration: 100 V - 127 V / 1.86 A
200 V - 240 V / 0.98 A
Max. rated current: 100 V - 127 V / 4 A
200 V - 240 V / 2 A
Active power 254 W
Apparent power 254 VA
Thermal dissipation 914.4 kJ/h (866.68 btu/h)
Main power fuse 16 A (6.3 A)
Protection class I
Product safety and ergonomics IEC 60950 / EN 60950, UL 1950 3rd. Ed.,
CAN/CSA 22.2 No. 60950 3rd. Ed.
Electromagnetic Compatibility
(standard power supply)
FCC class A
VCCI class A /JEIDA
CNS 13438 class A
C-Tick class A
Emitted interference EN 55022 class A
Harmonic current EN 61000-3-2
Flicker EN 61000-3-3
Noise immunity EN 55024
CE label
according to EU directives
Low-Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC

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Introduction Technical Data
Mechanical Values
Weight
Approx. 12 kg (depending on the configuration)
Ventilation Clearance
At least 200 mm on the front and on the rear side
Environmental Conditions
Condensation during operation must be avoided.
Noise Level
Width 430 mm
Depth device 560 mm
Height 42.5 mm or 1 HU
Environment class 3K2
Environment class 2K2
EN 60721 / IEC 721 section 3-3
EN 60721 / IEC 721 section 3-2
Temperature:
Operation (3K2)
Transport (2K2)
10 °C ... 35 °C
-25 °C ... 60 °C
Relative humidity 10% ... 85%
Sound power level LWAd (ISO 9296) < 6.4 B (standby)
<6.7 B (operating)
Sound pressure level at bystander position
LpAm (ISO 9296) < 51.7 dB (A) (standby)
<56.3 dB (A) (operating)

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2 Installation Steps: Overview
In this chapter you will find an overview of the steps necessary to install your
server system. Links guide you to sections where you can find more detailed
information on the individual steps:
ÊAt first, please take notice of chapter “Important Notes” on page 15ff,
especially of „Notes on Safety“.
ÊUnpack the system, check the contents of the package for visible transport
damage and check whether the delivery agrees with the details in the
delivery note (see section “Unpacking the Server” on page 26).
ÊTransport the server to the place where you want to set it up.
ÊMake sure all necessary manuals (see section “Overview of the Documen-
tation” on page 5) are available; possibly print of the PDF files.
ÊMount the server into the rack (see section “Installing/Removing the Server
into/from the Rack” on page 27).
ÊCable the server. Please also refer to the section “Connecting Devices to the
Server” on page 36 and section “Instructions on Connecting and Discon-
necting Cables” on page 38.
ÊConnect the system to the line voltage (see section “Connecting the Server
to the Mains” on page 37).
ÊMake yourself familiar with the operating and indicator elements on the front
and on the rear side of the server (see section “Operating and Indicator
Elements” on page 39).
ÊConfigure the server and install the desired operating system and the appli-
cations. To do so, you have the following possibilities:
– Remote configuration and installation with ServerStart:
With the ServerStart-CD provided, you can configure the server and install
the operating system in a convenient manner.
Configuring the SATA RAID controller with GAM (Global Array Manager).
To find out how to operate ServerStart and for further information, refer to
the corresponding manual “PRIMERGY ServerView Suite - ServerStart”.
Additional configuring information is contained in section “Configuration
with ServerStart” on page 47).

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Installation Steps: Overview
– Local configuration and installation with or without ServerStart (see
section “Configuration with ServerStart” on page 47 and/or section
“Configuration without ServerStart” on page 48).
Configuring the SATA RAID controller during BIOS-POST with CTRL-M
or with GAM (Global Array Manager) after the installation of the
Operating System.

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3 Important Notes
In this chapter you will find essential information regarding safety when working
with your server.
3.1 Notes on Safety
IYou will also find the following safety instructions in the manual entitled
“Safety“.
This device complies with the relevant safety regulations for data processing
equipment.
If you have any questions, contact your sales outlet or our customer service
centre.
VCAUTION!
The actions described in these instructions should only be performed by
technical specialists. Equipment repairs should only be performed by
authorized, qualified staff. Any unauthorized openings and improper
repairs could expose the user to risks (electric shock, energy hazards,
fire hazards) and could also damage the equipment. Please note that
any unauthorized openings of the device will result in the invalidation of
the warranty and exclusion from all liability.

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Notes on Safety Important Notes
Before Setting up
VCAUTION!
●During installation and before operating the device, observe the
instructions on environmental conditions for you device (see section
“Technical Data” on page 10).
●If the device is brought in from a cold environment, condensation may
form both inside and on the outside of the machine.
Before operating the device, wait until it is absolutely dry and has
reached approximately the same temperature as the installation site.
Failure to observe these guidelines can lead to material damage of
the device.
●Transport the device only in the original packaging or in a packaging
which protects it from knocks and jolts.
Installation and Operation
VCAUTION!
●If the server is integrated in an installation that receives power from
an industrial (public) power supply network with the IEC309
connector, the (public) power supply protection must comply with the
requirements for the non-industrial (public) power supply networks for
the type A connector.
●The server automatically adjusts to a mains voltage between 100 V -
127 V or 200 V - 240 V. The server may be place in operation only, if
the mains voltage range set on the server corresponds to the local
mains voltage.
●This device has a specially approved power cable and must only be
connected to a grounded insulated socket.
●The ON/OFF button does not disconnect the device from the mains
voltage. To completely disconnect it from the mains voltage, remove
the power plug from the insulated socket.
●Always connect the device and the attached peripherals to the same
power circuit. Otherwise you run the risk of losing data if, for example,
the central processing unit is still running but the peripheral device
(e.g. storage subsystem) has failed during a power outage.

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Important Notes Notes on Safety
VCAUTION!
●Data cables must be adequately shielded to avoid interference.
●To the LAN wiring the requirements apply in accordance with the
standards EN 50173 and EN 50174-1/2. As minimum requirement
the use of a protected LAN line of category 5 for 10/100 Mbps
Ethernet, and/or of category 5e for Gigabit Ethernet is considered.
The requirements of the specification ISO/IEC 11801 are to be
considered.
●Route the cables in such a way that they do not form a potential
hazard and that they cannot be damaged. Refer to the relevant notes
in the operating manual when connecting the device.
●No data transmission cable should be connected or disconnected
during a thunderstorm (lightning hazard).
●In emergencies (e.g. damaged casing, elements, or cables,
penetration of liquids or foreign matter), switch off the device immedi-
ately, remove the power connector from the grounded power socket,
and contact your customer service centre.
●Proper operation of the device (in accordance with IEC 60950/
EN 60950) is only ensured if the casing is completely assembled and
the rear covers for the installation openings have been put in place
(electric shock, cooling, fire protection, interference suppression).
●Install only system expansions that satisfy the requirements and rules
governing safety and electromagnetic compatibility and relating to
telecommunications terminal equipment. If you install other expan-
sions, you may damage the system or violate the safety regulations
and regulations governing RFI suppression. Information on which
system expansions are suitable can be obtained from the customer
service centre or your sales outlet.
●The components marked with a warning label (e.g. lightning symbol)
may only be opened, removed, or exchanged by authorized, qualified
personnel.
●The warranty is invalidated if the device is damaged during the instal-
lation or replacement of system expansions.
●You may set only those resolutions and refresh rates specified in the
”Technical data“ section of the monitor description. Otherwise, you
may damage your monitor. If you are in any doubt, contact your sales
outlet or customer service centre.

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Notes on Safety Important Notes
Batteries
VCAUTION!
●Incorrect replacement of batteries may lead to a risk of explosion. The
batteries may only be replaced with identical batteries or with a type
recommended by the manufacturer (see the Technical Manual for the
system board under “Related publications” on page 63).
●Replace the lithium battery on the system board in accordance with
the instructions in the Technical Manual for the system board (see
“Related publications” on page 63).
Note about the Laser
The CD/DVD drive is classified for laser class 1 according to IEC 60825-1.
VCAUTION!
The CD/DVD drive contains a laser diode (LED). Sometimes, the LED
produces a stronger laser beam than laser class 1. Direct view into the
laser beam is dangerous.
Never remove parts of the CD/DVD drive assembly!
Notes on Handling CDs/DVDs and CD/DVD Drives
VCAUTION!
●Use only CDs/DVDs in proper condition in the CD/DVD drive of your
server to prevent data loss, damage to the device and injuries.
●Therefore, check each CD/DVD for damage, cracks, breakage etc.
before inserting it in the drive.
Please note that any additional labels applied may change the
mechanical properties of a CD/DVD and cause imbalance.
Damaged and imbalanced CDs/DVDs can break at high drive speeds
(data loss).
Under certain conditions, sharp-edged pieces of broken CDs/DVDs
can penetrate the cover of the drive (damage to the device) and be
thrown out of the device (danger of injury, particularly on uncovered
body parts such as the face or neck).

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Important Notes Notes on Safety
IYou protect the CD/DVD drive and prevent mechanical damage, as well
as premature wearing of the CDs/DVDs by observing the following
suggestions:
– Only insert the CDs/DVDs in the drive when needed and remove
them after use.
– Store the CDs/DVDs in suitable sleeves.
– Protect the CDs/DVDs from exposure to heat and direct sunlight.
Modules with Electrostatic Sensitive Devices:
Electrostatic-sensitive components may be identified by the following sticker:
Figure 1: ESD label
When you handle components fitted with ESDs, you must observe the following
points under all circumstances:
●You must always discharge static build up (e.g. by touching a grounded
object) before working.
●Use a grounding cable designed for this purpose to connect yourself to the
system unit as you install components.
●The equipment and tools you use must be free of static charge.
●Remove the power plug from the power socket before inserting or removing
components containing ESDs.
●Always hold components with ESDs at the edges or at the positions
highlighted in green (touch points).
●Do not touch any exposed pins or conductors on a component.
●Place all components on a static-safe base.
IYou will find a detailed description for handling ESD components in the
relevant European or international standards (EN 61340-5-1,
ANSI/ESD S20.20).

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CE Certificate Important Notes
Other Important Notes:
●When cleaning the device, please observe the relevant notes in the section
“Cleaning the Server” on page 49.
●Keep this Operating Manual safety and all additional documentation
(e.g. Technical Manual, CD) together with the device. If you pass on the
device to third parties, you should also pass on the complete documentation.
3.2 CE Certificate
3.3 FCC Class A Compliance Statement
If there is an FCC statement on the device, then:
The following statement applies to the products covered in this manual, unless
otherwise specified herein. The statement for other products will appear in the
accompanying documentation.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
„Class A“ digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules and meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard
ICES-003 for digital apparatus. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in strict accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no warranty that inter-
ference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements
of the EEC directives 89/336/EEC ”Electromagnetic compatibility“
and 73/23/EEC ”Low voltage directive“. The device therefore
qualifies for the CE certificate (CE=Communauté Européenne).