HAY YOUS GUISE BYOC for PAX east is LIVE http://www.geforcelan.com/ GROUP RESERVED SEATING INFO! Sorry this took so long, I was hoping BYOC would be sold out by now. Heres the chart of BYOC: Spoiler: show spoiler hide spoiler Groups of 6 or more can PM (or post here, or email me @ reasonablylucid@gmail.com) where they want to sit and we will reserve the seats for you. What I need from you guys is gamer handles (and/or names) of each person in the group, and what row/seat# you want for the group, also a group/team name that I can put you guys under. I suggest if you are sitting in a group that you show up as early as possible, cause its likely ill be checking in the seating groups first. Groups: Spoiler: show spoiler hide spoiler #paforums_pax IRC Group = A1-6 Team Friendslist = A19-24 Lurking Evil = D1-D3 Lurking Evil = D19-22 The Little Lebowski Urban Achievers = G19-25 Medical needs seat = H36 UPDATE: BYOC REG CLOSES MARCH 22ND! GET YOUR PASSES WHILE YOU CAN We might have day of pass sales, depending on how many noshows there are, but dont count on it, get your pass now Previous post contents: Spoiler: show spoiler hide spoiler BYOC REG GOES LIVE IN ABOUT A WEEK Woo First time on the east coast. Heres some general info so far: BYOC Will cost $30 BYOC reg will be done via Intel's LANFest site again. There wont be a seating chart this year, Seating is first come first serve. So if you want to sit next to your friends be sure to be in line together. BYOC attendees will get to check into BYOC 2h before PAX opening, So you guys can get all situated and get your stuff setup. I will post info where that will be and other instructions later when more things are finalized. Although Just like last year, theres no guarantee the network or Internet will be up and ready before the PAX start time. You guys will also be required to remain in BYOC until PAX opening (no wandering about). This is basically just so you guys can get things setup before the craziness of PAX starts. Since only a few of us PC people from the west coast could make the trip out to Boston for PAX East, The folks over at LPANE are helping us in the PC room this year. Local new england peoples should check them out http://www.lpane.net Thats it for now, next post will be the FAQ which I'm still updating from relevant questions from last year.

Q: Where do I sign up for BYOC LAN? A: BYOC Signups will go up around late Jan Q: How many BYOC Spots will be available? A: Right now it's looking to be like 270-ish, this may change. Q: How much does BYOC cost? A: $30 in addition to your regular 3day PAX pass. Q: What time do you recommend (or require) people show up for BYOC check-in? A: Check in will start 2 hours before PAX opening. I aim to have it all complete an hour before PAX opens, to give people an hour to get their stuff hooked up and ready. Q: What hours does the BYOC run each day? A: Same hours as PAX. The room will have to be cleared at PAX closing. About 30min before closing there will be an in-room announcement to start wrapping up your games or whatever for the night before everyone gets kicked out at closing. Q: Do I leave my stuff in the LAN the whole time? A: Yes. The room is guarded all during PAX and locked up at night. We are the first ones in and the Last ones out. If you must take your stuff up (like a laptop) you need to Check it out at the security desk as you leave and check it back in when you return. Q: What games are typically played? A: Whatever is popular this year. TF2, Demigod, COD4/5/6, SupCom, Warcraft3, WoW, Starcraft, CS:S, etc. If you want to play a game you can find others that are up for it as well. Q: If I get a spot for the BYOC, I don't need to commit to being in there the whole time, right? Just when I feel like relaxing and playing some games with people? A: Correct, you aren't chained to your spot in BYOC. The majority of BYOC attendees are just there in-between the PAX events that they want to go see. Q: Can I bring my 30+ something inch monitor/TV? A: The max monitor size is 24" due to power and space constraints. Q: Can I bring a laptop with my desktop? A: Yes as long as you stay within your 30" of table space. Although remember you only get one network port per seat. Q: Can I bring a switch to increase that? A: NO! No outside networking devices are allowed. Any spotted will be removed. Q: Do I need to bring a network cable? A: Yes. You will need a network cable to hook your computer up to the network switch at your table. Bring around a 25ft cable otherwise, depending where you are sitting, the switch may be out of your cables reach. Q: Can I bring *insert friend/Girlfriend/spouse/random person here* in BYOC with me? A: No, Sorry. To ensure the security of everyone's personal equipment in a busy area such as PAX, only BYOC attendees are allowed into the BYOC room. Q: Is there Internet in BYOC? A: Yes there will be, although it will be locked down to prevent things like torrenting and throttled so not one person can use up all the bandwidth. Q: But... how am I supposed to get my computer there? A: Drive it! An alternate option which I have used to attend LANs that are far away, is to ship yourself your computer/monitor to your hotel you are staying at. If you call them and say you have a package coming they will hold it for you until you check-in. Just ship it back to yourself when PAX is over. Q: Can I bring my xbox/playstation/nintendo console? A: Sorry, no consoles allowed in here. This is a PC LAN. You cant being a console in addition either, those things use up a lot of power. Q: Do I get a concert wristband if im in the seperate BYOC line? A: Yes! The seperate BYOC line automatically gets everything the Main line gets. All BYOC attendees get the PAX swag bag and concert wristband.

Concert bracelets still guaranteed?

Concert bracelets still guaranteed? I asked PA, waiting on response. Edit: Yes Q: Do I get a concert wristband if im in the seperate BYOC line? A: Yes! The seperate BYOC line automatically gets everything the Main line gets. All BYOC attendees get the PAX swag bag and concert wristband.

This is awesome! Can't wait for BYOC!

Just to point out; headsets only, no speakers correct?

Correct!

Are there going to be any prized tournaments by chance once the games list is decided????

In the PC area there's really two sets of tournaments/prizes. On one hand, there are the official PC Tournaments (which anyone can enter, byoc or not), and we'll be giving out really sweet official PAX medals for those winners. On the other hand we have a series of contests and games exclusively for our BYOC audience. The prizes there tend to be a bit more freeform, and it will depend on what we gather from sponsors. We also expect to have some random drawings from that same prize pool.

I suppose I could really consider doing BYOC now that I am driving a short distance. I have three options. 1. I could bring my desktop setup, play games, and demo Nvidia's 3D Vision for my pals and BYOC neighbors. 2. I could bring my laptop for playing games like Left 4 Dead 1 & 2 and TF2. 3. I could not do BYOC. I am going to talk to some of my PAX friends to find out if they are going to BYOC.

Oh hay, see OP. BYOC Reg is live.

Nice. Now hopefully there will be spots available when I get paid Friday.

So, you need to register at the LAN Fest site separately, correct? My PAX ID and pw didn't seem to work there.

So, you need to register at the LAN Fest site separately, correct? My PAX ID and pw didn't seem to work there. Correct, it's a different system entirely.

Just signed up and paid...w00t!

So, you need to register at the LAN Fest site separately, correct? My PAX ID and pw didn't seem to work there. Correct, it's a different system entirely. Cool... I'm in!

it's my first pax and i'm a little anxious about making sure i get everything right. so... The BYOC website says You MUST RESERVE YOUR SEAT to confirm your spot at Intel LAN Fest. Simply paying your balance is not enough. If all seats are filled, those that paid but failed to reserve a seat will be refunded. For instructions on reserving your seat, check the Main Page for your event. and If you are displayed under "Confirmed" on the BYOC List (check your event's BYOC Page) and a BYOC seat is detailed next to your name, you are in good shape for the event. but you say there's no seating chart, there's no instructions on the main page (that I can see, but I've been known to miss the blatantly obvious), and that list linked on the main page is blank. Do I need to worry about this? Or am I all set (My balance is indeed $0.00)?

There is no seating chart, seating is first come first served at day of checkin. If you want to sit next to friends be sure you guys are together in line.

I just registered and payed, paypal said it was from ESPORTSSERVICES LLC, is that the right place? Also, is the confirmation email sent to your paypal email or you Intel LANFEST email?

Yep, I've updated the faq, thanks for bringing it to our attention! I'll see if there's something wrong with the "confirmed" list. "I just registered and payed, paypal said it was from ESPORTSSERVICES LLC, is that the right place?" Indeedy-doodley!

Registered & Paid! Can't wait.

Me and my two friends I am bringing have registered and paid also. I just got done building a NEW PC to bring with me to BYOC!

Me and my two friends I am bringing have registered and paid also. I just got done building a NEW PC to bring with me to BYOC! Same... except December of last year, unfortunately I was dissapointed to see some new options open up for processors recently (corei7 n' stuff), makes me sad . But went with a semi-budgeted machine and AMD (cause they're cheaper than Intel)! Not modded , but I like how it looks anyways ;p

I got mine.

Three questions: So just for clarification, unlike last year, we are NOT selecting seat prior to the event(y/n). Once inside the BYOC room can we not leave at all, or just not go into the rest of the convention? Can I use my desktops dual gigabit LAN to hook up my laptop, or would that count as an outside networking device?