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You guys need to realize that you've come here not to get 100 posts as quick as possible and gain access to For Sale section. You're here to gain, share experience, help eachother and maybe break some records (at least personal ones. Ability to see and post in For Sale just comes along, as a bonus for your being part of the best OCing Community on the Web!
Don't forget about that in your chase after 100th post...
Yes, one does not join a forum simply to spam his way to gain access to the classified sections.
Needless to say, at best you will simply waste money down there :D Today I began by wanting to get 2 xeons home. I ended up getting xeons, motherboard, HSFs and a 9800xt :rolleyes::D
lol thats not entirely a waste of money, at least u got some nice stuff out of it.
haha believe me im not here for the classifieds, i havent got enough money for that ;)
i am a mod on another ocing forum but some of the things that go on in this forum are world records...gotta be a part of that :D
how do you place pics on the thread you create, you know where you can see the pic when you open it thanks
use img tags
{IMG]ENTER URL OF IMAGE{/img}
just replace { and } with [ and ] respectively.
or you just manage your atachments or host them on a free site like yahoo pictures or imageshack
i came here for advice and knowledge origianally, but now i'm kind of an intermediate, i really like helping the new people, and it kind of feels good knowing your helping people with there problems. i'm nearly at 100 posts and i think it's a really good insentive to help people, and share experience(i think my wallet disagrees tho ;) ).
Yeah it feels good knowing that u helped someone with something. Kind of like voluntering somewhere you don't like it but after the work u really feel like u made a difference. And yes computers are too freakin expensive.
yeah, although so far, me new rig is only costing £300 because i got the prommy on ebay for £150, but still, i should really be spending that money elsewhere, so i'm gonna try and get sponsorship (only watercooled comp ive ever seen in pc world was a mac g5 so........).
Not bad at all. Good luck getting a sponsorship u need a awesome setup and record overclockes but with with the right support and determination you can do anything u set your mind to, right??
i sure do hope so... when i first started reading these forums and built my first rig i dreamed of working for a company like VoodooPC; Now my cabling is up to their skills, and i'm building some kickass rigs, i might get featured in a magazine like CustomPC. Hopefully then somebody will read it, go on my website..... you get the idea.
PS: I love the attitude jason :toast:
WOW!! here it is!!!!!! My 100th post!!!!!!!!!!!:D:D i hope i've earned it...:party:
I find it kind of funny how your 100th post was a double post. But oh well it makes a little sence because it kind of fits the whole discussion.
Anyways, congrats, now go buy something.
lol, sure will.... now whered i put that rainy day money (even though were in the middle of a heatwave) lol
:D Question is what to buy.. :D How much do you have??? I can help out :D
lol, i'm pretty much broke right now, but i'm gonna sell some stuff while/after i build my new rig so theres probably going to be a bit of stuff coming my way soon....
Yeah I have a bunch of crap that I need to sell also. I just have to list it all. But I can't get motiviated enough to do it.
lol can totally relate....
I can't wait until I can access the for sale forum. Long way to go.
DOn't worry you'll be there before you know it.
< 98 !
<99 ! almost !
<100 ! :banana:
^^^^^^^ You mean there is more to it than that ? :D
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Originally Posted by bachus_anonym
and i thought that I posted some bull:banana::banana::banana::banana:.... ;) oh well your a mod so i guess you can
lmao, i know how you feel. i do like 90% of my online shopping in f/s forums, mostly nvnews.net (this is kamel from nvn btw)Quote:
Originally Posted by Gray Mole
never heard of the for sale forum :p
For the record, anyone I catch spamming to get 100 posts, I'll automatically reset your post count to 1. ;)
I think it should be put to -100 :DQuote:
Originally Posted by Kazoo
Ok, so this place and OCForums has the 100post limit. What other forums are like this? [H]? I'm sooo used to OCF and i'm now going around to more sites.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jupiler
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once you reach 100 posts do you automaticly get into the for sale forum or do you have a wait a day or two for a mod to let you?
I am sorry. I do not understand why there is a post count to be able to purchase items for sale. I can understand why there is to sell. People have to feel comfortable that they aren't going to get ripped off. But to purchase, why 100 posts? Why not 1 post? As long as the check clears the bank or the PayPal balance is tranfered to the bank, it should be a done deal. I am no where near 100 posts, yet I am a frequent reader and I participate when I have something to contribute. So instead of being able to make incredible offerings to m8's here, I have to sell on ebay, in which I have 50 feedbacks @ 100% positive. I am fixing to have to list a 3500+ in a retail box that has been used in my rig for 4 months, plus it comes with the remainder of the 3yr warranty for $100USD off of the current retail price. I could list it for a bit more, but I need a quick sale. Same for a brand new X800XT that has never been used, and this will be an unbeliveable low price. I would rather have a chance to offer it to these m8's that I actually interact with as often as I feel like I have something positive to contribute, rather than a strager I have never had any interaction with, know what I mean? I understand rules are rules. And I have to abide by them. It's just that 100 posts for a m8 like me will take a while. And in the meantime, the members here will be missing out on some great deals that I have from time to time. That's all.
^^You can still use other peoples credit cards and whatnot. At least when you've been on the forums for a while, the people have a better feeling of who you are and what you may try to pull. :nono: :slapass:
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Originally Posted by Quazi
I dont think its about trust to be honest just to stop people coming on here and only using the forums for buying/selling rather than actually doing anything to benefit the community.
Plus its a waste of bandwidth if just anyone was able to use them
Hey Cerberus... nice seeing you on XS :D
I completely agree with the mods choice of 100 posts..... it's tough to get there, but it gives the members of the forum more time to get to know you and how you act. I won't buy from someone I know is a pain in the butt on the forum just because I feel he doesn't deserve my business.
Personally, I would have made it higher but then that might drive off some good sellers.
i just noticed i've ticked over the 100 post mark... so i thought i'd check out the for sale forums... but i still cant get at them :confused: any ideas?
Pleeeeeaaaaseeeee... Could you read thru this thread before asking this question? You passed 100th post 20 minutes ago. Go back few posts and read what other mods and Admin say about it ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by shinymod
As said before, if you were to read the thread there have been several posts that answer that question already.Quote:
Originally Posted by shinymod
A few quotes to point that out.
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Originally Posted by skate2snow
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Originally Posted by saaya
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Originally Posted by Kazoo
Sometimes it is a good thing to actually read a thread before posting in it. ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by saaya
Now, go surf through the classifieds and find something to buy! LoL
i apologise... :( i read a couple of pages and got bored... *embaressed* its really not something i usually do... sorry >.O
Now I know this is going to be a rather common question that some people just wont get.Quote:
Originally Posted by Quazi
1st off, we do it because most trolls wont bother sticking around long enough to get to 100 posts just to sell something. There are plenty of other forums they can post right away, so it makes it slightly tougher on trolls.
2nd, It gives other members on the site a chance to get to know you a little bit. Its not alot, but a touch.
3rd, We as Xtreme Systems Staff have discussed and agreed this is a worthwhile move to attempt to make our classifieds safer for our members.
4th, Xtreme Systems is not a classifieds forum. It is a forum for like minded people to share their thoughts, views and accomplishments on computer hardware. The classifieds are simply a way to help our members by providing a safer place to do buys/sells/trades.
Finally, like it or not, it is a rule that is here to stay, accept it or deal elsewhere. ~_^
IFMU
No problem, just gets a bit tiring answering the same question all the time. ^_^Quote:
Originally Posted by shinymod
Sup meatball :pQuote:
Originally Posted by mtb856
And I think 100posts is fine enough. Mods are pretty good at catching people simply *bumping* threads and whatnot to get to 100 quickly.
I think we should make it 200 posts so I can have a celebration post and complain why I can't use the For Sale forum until it updates :D.
Another oddity about the FS forum: posts don't count for the post count it seems??? I noticed a someone there had 101 but like 5 posts in the section and then noticed that when I posted it didn't go +1.
A recommendation for the FS forum, like the regular forum, is to have a 'free' edit for the first 2-3 minutes or so (but acknowledge the edit, unlike in the regular forums), then lock it.
The limit to no editing is stayin the way it is. Just an FYI. ~_^
As for the no post count, no, they dont count in there, or in a few other sections either. To easy to spam in those places, so no counting.
THe no editing and 100 post limit are fine enough, both have a valid reasonm which I believe has been discussed a few times by now :)
I think the chat section should not count to the overall post forum, I'm horrified when I see I have a 6+ posts a day average primarily due to that place :p:
No No No! It's hard enough to get 100 posts when everyone on the forum is smarter then me.... They all seem to reply faster with better answers then I can come up with. :p:Quote:
Originally Posted by Vapor
Well I passed 200 anyway. Already made 2 deals there too...250 maybe? :D
As for the editing, I still don't see why a 2 minute window isn't allowed....even after previewing, etc., I still notice some word I misspelled or some detail I forgot or something I want to add or messed up on some formatting stuff (this should never happen with preview, but w/e). The small 2 minute window prevents people from making drastic changes to save their asses in whatever way they might need to do, which I completely agree with.
Anyway, I'm not really pushing for a rule change, but I'd just like a clearer explanation why a 2 minute editing window isn't okay? btw, I'm not talking about 2 minutes to decide to edit, I mean 2 minutes to COMPLETE the edit
I'd actually go for 2 minutes after you post you have the option of editing.... because I make a lot of errors in my posts or I forget to put the prices in, something always goes wrong. Interesting idea anyway.Quote:
Originally Posted by Vapor
As you can see from the number of posts I've made on this forum, I rarely give my 2 cents on comments made by members. However, I must say it's extremely ridiculous that you would limit access to the classifieds just b/c a member has not posted more than 100 times. Cash is cash and it doesn't matter if it comes from a noobie like myself or a veteran member. Actually, if you think about it, a much higher price would be had from the noobies for a few reasons: 1) noobies have not acquired the "skills" to make custom things and are willing to pay top-dollar to have something they want, 2) noobies likely don't know a good price from a rip-off. I really think the admins should re-evaluate their policy on 100+ posts. Just b/c I have made few posts on this forum does not mean I'm clueless as to what I am doing, plus, I'm willing to spend more money on top of the line custom jobs than 99% of members.
You need to understand that XS is NOT a place where everybody comes just to trade. This is one of a kind Forums and Classfieds access is sort of a priviledge. It's not [H] (nothing against them) where you sign up and boom, you're trading (at least it used to be like that, not sure if still is, though...)
Look around, please. We want you to contribute to our community not just use it or take from it ;)
:welcome: to XS... and be helpful...
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Originally Posted by Danger30Q
So the 100 post rule should be dropped because it prevents people from taking advantage of noobies? That's just one of the many reasons it is in effect and a ridiculous arguement for dropping it. :shrug:Quote:
Cash is cash and it doesn't matter if it comes from a noobie like myself or a veteran member. Actually, if you think about it, a much higher price would be had from the noobies for a few reasons: 1) noobies have not acquired the "skills" to make custom things and are willing to pay top-dollar to have something they want, 2) noobies likely don't know a good price from a rip-off. I really think the admins should re-evaluate their policy on 100+ posts.
youtr right it doesnt matter who it comes from. but it does matter when your trying to sell a $900 CPU or buy one and someone rips you off. 100 posts keeps trolls away better.Quote:
Originally Posted by Danger30Q
If payment is through Paypal and a bank account is being used with a confirmed address (not a credit card), the transaction is as good as cash delivered straight to your hands. This would only be the case if a veteran member is selling to a noobie (not vice versa.)Quote:
Originally Posted by dippyskoodlez
I think that anyone should be able to browse the For sale forum, reply to threads, and purchase stuff, but you should have to have 100 post to be able to start a new thread.
Reason behind this. The seller can't get ripped off. Just the buyer.
I got 100 posts but I still can't see the FS forum :(
EDIT: Yey, waited a while, and now it's here :)
Now as I would like to sell some cooling stuff, It is strange that you need this many post..
I mean I understand but somebody who is just looking to sell will post anything just to get to 100 post :(
Ok see ya......CC
haha I really really need to get to 100 posts. It's very true 100 posts keep trolls away. Like in ocforums they have the same policy. So less trolls. Unlike hardforums...and anandtech........................
edit: argh just noticed I'm only at 65
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Originally Posted by red_dragon
you're at 101 posts according to the thing under your username
did you make 36 posts today or something?
is the fs/ft forum here active? I trade alot at anand but will trade some of my higher end stuff here, if its active.
Jezz man like a post every 2-3 mintues. Someone really wanted 100 lol.
As has been stated time and again, these rules are set in place to protect the members of the forums. They have been debated on time and again with members and staff alike. They are there and they will not be changing. Your best bet is to either accept it and contribute here until you read 100 posts or deal elsewhere. ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Danger30Q
30 posts in less than a day? :spam: ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by red_dragon
I just checked a few of your posts, just and FYI, you are pushing the spam limits and are on the staffs radar. Watch the spam or your access will be removed.
IFMU
hi,
I've got over 100 posts and I can't see any for sale forum...
and don't you become an extreme member after 100 posts?
xyus
I've been on these forums forever and only have 64 posts or so...haha. I see some people that have been here a few months and have over 100- SPAM!
I guess I just read a lot and only post when necessary. By searching I can find almost any answer I need so I rarely am forced to actually ask a question. Because of this, I wouldn't be surprised if I don't get to 100 posts until 2006.
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Originally Posted by Xyus89
As said before, if you were to read the thread there have been several posts that answer that question already.Quote:
Originally Posted by shinymod
A few quotes to point that out.
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Originally Posted by skate2snow
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Originally Posted by saaya
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Originally Posted by Kazoo
Sometimes it is a good thing to actually read a thread before posting in it. ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by saaya
Now, go surf through the classifieds and find something to buy! LoL
:o wow! now thats alot of quotes!, i vote sticky...
edit:woops didn't realise sticky already...
do we have to be added to a list to be able to see classifieds? i don't see the forum and i have 100 posts...
log out, log back in
ah, thnx mate
I'm getting there!!!!!!!!!
and spamming your way too it doesnt help :stick:Quote:
Originally Posted by LivingL@rGe81
Is the for sale forum laid out like the main one, with seperate sub categories for ram, cpu, etc.?
most probably not, possibly sub forums for usa, europe etc. maybe the suspense will help you to post more :)
Its laid out by type of item for sale/trade.
7 pages on this? Holy crap!
Do you guys go to people's houses and tell them what to do? Probably not, so why this?
I'd close it, but tomorrow a new one would open asking where the fs forum is, and when you could see it. ;)
A peep with a sense of humour :)
Let's elect someone to "Classifieds Nazi" (ala Seinfeldian soup Nazi)....whoever asks where the for sale stuff is immediately gets told "no classifieds for you" and sent off to pout.....
you didnt have anybody partiicular in mind, did you? :DQuote:
Originally Posted by Ugly n Grey
PS: hey tammy! :wink: yhpm :D
This is my 100th post! I'm not considered a troll anymore. :p: :p: I get to goto the "For Sale" section, :woot: :woot:
lol :D
god i am glad i didn't ask why i can't i see the for sale section
U post hores :D
I love these kind of usless but good threads.. ;)
you think this thread is useless? hmmm maybe we should just add all the important infos and make this a sticky and close the thread so people can read it and dont keep adding more and more posts to it :D
I would like to see the classifieds myself, but I don't really post here much. I read a lot, but barely respond, and I've been here for a few years. Is it possible to give individual permissions or something, cause I don't want to spam 100 posts just to see it...
Sorry but no. If we made exceptions for one we would be swarmed with requests to make exceptions on nearly everyone. It is not hard to post quality posts and reach 100 posts in no time at all.
I want to go there!
"no classifieds for you" (ala Seinfeldian soup Nazi)....
Maybe, one could start selling some Post to the needy.:D
Kaffebord is Danish for Coffetable
you mean a kyoto protocoll style postcount contract? :D
id def win big time then heheheh :D
im at 100 posts and ive been here for a while, wheres the for sale section? :confused:
try to log out log back in
It needs a coupel of hours before it updates you ;)
lol, I asked like 20+times, j/k :DQuote:
Originally Posted by Mr_Slinky
Long way to go for me :D
Where is this FS forum I cant see it?
:slap: no FS for you (ala the Soup Nazi)Quote:
Originally Posted by Pinnacle
Read the thread, it actually tells all!! I Promise!
...just a question for moderators I could not found on the page...Can I put in my signature a link and some pictures of my friends water blocks?...or do I have a special permission and have to pay for the commercial... :rolleyes:
Regards,
Primoz
PM Kazoo and talk to her about it privately
I`ve realized XS has FS thread only on my 300 (or more) posts :D
People don`t want to wait for Clasifying - visit other forums where FS is available for every body :D
SamHughe, nice try on that btw. ;)
Next off there are tons of other forums that dont have that sort of limit on their classifieds. If you must get rid of your items and absolutely cannot wait, nothing is stopping you from going there.
We have this in place in a minor attempt to help protect the members of our site.
As I have come to enjoy saying.....
Acknowledge it, Accept it... Move on.