RedRaider
01-04-2009, 11:25 AM
This is a topic that is in the process of turning into something very serious and now we want to make sure everyone understands the boundaries.
We will always endeavour to support the community wherever we can but let us make this clear: occasionally RedRaider Technology might choose to work with modders/builders, offering support on upcoming case mods/"over-the-top" water cooling builds, that we feel meet the grade for manufacturer support. This requires us to manage kit allocation closely with the industry, and balance its acquisition along with other things that benefit the community like competitions. However, it has come to our attention that at least a handful of people who post project logs on RedRaider Technology have been contacting companies without our knowledge or expressed permission, asking for hardware while claiming to have RedRaider Technology's backing and direct support.
We have to stress that this will NO LONGER be tolerated and in response to this, every single one of our Preferred Vendors has been informed to ignore requests on behalf of RedRaider Technology if it does not come from RedRaider himself. We have also asked the manufacturers, where possible, to inform us of who is carrying out these activities. We will not tolerate this unacceptable behavior using our name at the possible expense of our community's reputation. Only companies we personally contact for the modder/builder will be given support in an official capacity.
We're sorry we have to resort to this rather firm warning, but it is necessary for upholding the integrity of the site.
Basically, trying to pull a fast one for free kit at RedRaider Technology's expense is a BIG NO-NO.
Just when personally seeking sponsorship you can't insinuate to "being on RedRaider Technology" as front page material (i.e. content controlled by the staff, or supported by the staff) when you're just posting a project log in the forums.
Feel free to post sponsorship that you've got (as long as it meets the requirement of Forum Rule #3) - we know people have some great relationships with manufacturers without our help and that's absolutely fine!! We're not here to take that away from you. Post links to these manufacturers and pics of sponsorship (as long as it meets the requirement of Forum Rule #3) - that's cool, the relationship is strictly between you and them.
The Management Team at RedRaider Technology appreciates everyone's support and understanding.
We will always endeavour to support the community wherever we can but let us make this clear: occasionally RedRaider Technology might choose to work with modders/builders, offering support on upcoming case mods/"over-the-top" water cooling builds, that we feel meet the grade for manufacturer support. This requires us to manage kit allocation closely with the industry, and balance its acquisition along with other things that benefit the community like competitions. However, it has come to our attention that at least a handful of people who post project logs on RedRaider Technology have been contacting companies without our knowledge or expressed permission, asking for hardware while claiming to have RedRaider Technology's backing and direct support.
We have to stress that this will NO LONGER be tolerated and in response to this, every single one of our Preferred Vendors has been informed to ignore requests on behalf of RedRaider Technology if it does not come from RedRaider himself. We have also asked the manufacturers, where possible, to inform us of who is carrying out these activities. We will not tolerate this unacceptable behavior using our name at the possible expense of our community's reputation. Only companies we personally contact for the modder/builder will be given support in an official capacity.
We're sorry we have to resort to this rather firm warning, but it is necessary for upholding the integrity of the site.
Basically, trying to pull a fast one for free kit at RedRaider Technology's expense is a BIG NO-NO.
Just when personally seeking sponsorship you can't insinuate to "being on RedRaider Technology" as front page material (i.e. content controlled by the staff, or supported by the staff) when you're just posting a project log in the forums.
Feel free to post sponsorship that you've got (as long as it meets the requirement of Forum Rule #3) - we know people have some great relationships with manufacturers without our help and that's absolutely fine!! We're not here to take that away from you. Post links to these manufacturers and pics of sponsorship (as long as it meets the requirement of Forum Rule #3) - that's cool, the relationship is strictly between you and them.
The Management Team at RedRaider Technology appreciates everyone's support and understanding.