Taeric

Please read and understand these rules before posting in the For Sale / Wanted section. These rules supersede all previously posted rules and are part of the Terms of Service of Overclock.net.

1. To post a new thread in the For Sale and Wanted Forums you must have at least 35 REPs. The reason for the limit is so the other members know that a trusted member is selling parts, not just someone who stopped in here to get rid of junk. This rule has been frequently debated and will not change as it is here for your protection. It is not necessary to have 35 REPs to reply to For Sale or Wanted threads, though all members are encouraged to make deals only with other members they are comfortable with. This requirement is coded into the system, and exceptions cannot and will not be made. In accordance with the TOS, members who do not meet the rep requirement may not post such threads anywhere on the site.

2. No affiliate links are allowed. As a general rule, if you will benefit from the link you provide, it is not acceptable. You may post links to good deals in the Online Deals forum so long as you do not directly benefit from them. If you have any questions, please ask prior to posting. If the directors have questions, they will delete first and ask questions later.

3. This section may be used only for computer systems, components, software, and related items. "Tech toys" such as mp3 players are also permissible. Any For Sale / Wanted threads for items not listed above will be deleted, and services such as volt modding may not be offered. If you have any questions about the permissibility of your item, please PM Taeric or The Duke. Sellers must have the item(s) in hand prior to posting them for sale here.

The following types of software sales are prohibited:

• Sale of OEM software unless it's in the original, factory sealed package AND accompanied by a significant piece of hardware (defined as optical drive or larger) EXCEPT open OEM versions of Windows may be sold with the motherboard the OEM license is tied to
• Sale of online accounts unless sellers can demonstrate that the EULA does not prohibit sales
• Sale of software keys not accompanied by media and/or documentation

4. Cross posting on eBay is not permitted. Threads containing items listed on eBay will be closed.

5. Asking price must be included in all For Sale threads. For Sale threads that do not include asking price will be locked until the seller sets an asking price. As this is not an auction site, sellers may not raise their price once the asking price is offered. It is the responsibility of the seller to determine the exchange rate if the transaction includes multiple currencies.

6. Although it is not required, it is strongly suggested that For Sale threads include a photograph of the actual item(s) for sale as well as a note with your Overclock.net name, the date, and a valid e-mail address.

7. Seller may list multiple items in a single thread. To do so, sellers must follow these additional rules:

• Each item or group of bundled items must be numbered
• Each numbered line must have an asking price
• Upon completion of a successful sale, items should be marked SOLD. Sold items should not be deleted from For Sale threads as this makes the buyer/seller feedback system confusing.
• The seller must maintain the original post according to these rules or it will be removed

8. All offers are to made using the Private Messaging system. If you do not have enough reps to use the PM system, PM a director, and the message will be forwarded to the seller. Offers made in the body of a sale thread will be deleted.

9. Posts are only to be for obtaining product information about the listed products. Price is not to be discussed in the body of the thread except by the seller (asking price is required in the first post and may be updated in later posts). All posts that do not follow this rule will be deleted. Thread bashing and off topic posts will result in infractions. A second offense will result in the loss of For Sale / Wanted Section privileges for a month, and a third offense will result in an permanent loss of For Sale / Wanted Section privileges.

10. Do not post an item unless you are definite that you want to sell it.

11. If you are looking to purchase an item, post the exact item that you are interested in obtaining.

12. When your item sold or you have received your requested item, close your thread by using the Thread Tools at the upper right corner of the thread. You do not need to PM a director to do this.

13. All thread titles must start with "Wanted: ", "For Sale: ", "Trade: ", or "For Sale/Trade: " and be followed by a description of the item of interest. Prexes may be typed, or one can be selected from the list of preset prefixes. For example, "For Sale: 2x512 MB Corsair 3200 XL" and "Wanted: Any 802.11g wireless PCI card". As with every other forum on the site, descriptive titles are mandatory ("For Sale: XYZ's clearance sale" is NOT descriptive - list at least a few of the better items). Free items should be listed in the Freebies Forum. Threads that do not follow this naming convention will be deleted.

14. You may not ask for free items. No Wanted section begging will be allowed.

15. Wait a minimum of 24 hours between bumps. This counts for OPs and other members alike. Any post that's not an update by the OP or a specific question from a potential buyer/supplier is considered a bump. Excessive bumping will earn warnings or infractions.

16. If you observe posts that do not follow these rules, report the post by clicking on the "Report Bad Post" button under the "REP +" button. Appropriate action will be taken by one of the Forum Supervisors. You may also PM The Duke, RyGuy, or alexgheseger. Please do not post negative comments or quote rules in the threads as that only takes the threads further off topic. Any complaint threads will be deleted, and the creator of the thread will be warned.

17. Deals are made solely between members and are not the responsibility of Overclock.net even if they result in no payment, not receiving items, or any other negative outcome.

18. Any unsuccessful sales will result in full Overclock.net ban for the offending member if the victim requests it. Sellers are fully responsible for their sales, including items they sell for friends, family, etc. If a member feels that they have been ripped off, they should PM The Duke with details.

If you have any questions concerning these rules, please PM the Taeric, The Duke, or Admin.

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