Massman
05-29-2012, 13:54
Alright, decided to make a little sticky to help inform you guys how this Afterburner Extreme thing works.
First things first.
Afterburner Extreme is basically an unlocked version of the MSI Afterburner overclocking software. It gives a wider range of voltages and frequencies and is meant for extreme overclocking. Because it gives a wider range of voltage options, it's not available in public. I think you're all smart enough to understand this, right? We don't want Mister or Misses Newbie to use the AB Xtreme and enable 'full throttle' with 1.8V vgpu and 2G on air cooling.
So, what if you're an extreme(ly careful) overclocker and you want to use the Afterburner Extreme? Well, there's only one way to get a custom version: contact your local MSI rep and request a version. The local rep will then forward the request to HQ and HQ will feed the software back to local. Just so you know, HQ expects the local rep to be responsible for your actions. So, if you let HQ down by, for instance, sharing the Afterburner in public, you'll also get your local rep in trouble.
A few notes:
1) This software is considered pretty dangerous by the MSI warranty department. You, as overclocker, must understand that getting this software also means that you have to waive some rights like warranty on the cards you might or might not brick.
2) Although I applaud sharing within the community, the Afterburner Extreme is not meant to be shared. The .exe file contains not only your nickname, but also timestamps. In other words, if it gets out MSI might blacklist you from any future versions.
3) Don't expect your request to be approved instantly. As said before, this software is considered unsafe for regular users and MSI will only hand it out to overclockers they trust. So, when you're applying for a version, make sure both your local contact as HQ is convinced you can be trusted. With great power comes great responsibility.
4) Don't be an idiot. If you get the software, respect the NDA and other agreements. If you don't get it, don't start ranting in public how unfair you've been treated. Like I said before ... it's all about the trust!
5) Seriously, don't be an idiot.
6) Barbecue is nice in the summer, but a little strange in the winter.
First things first.
Afterburner Extreme is basically an unlocked version of the MSI Afterburner overclocking software. It gives a wider range of voltages and frequencies and is meant for extreme overclocking. Because it gives a wider range of voltage options, it's not available in public. I think you're all smart enough to understand this, right? We don't want Mister or Misses Newbie to use the AB Xtreme and enable 'full throttle' with 1.8V vgpu and 2G on air cooling.
So, what if you're an extreme(ly careful) overclocker and you want to use the Afterburner Extreme? Well, there's only one way to get a custom version: contact your local MSI rep and request a version. The local rep will then forward the request to HQ and HQ will feed the software back to local. Just so you know, HQ expects the local rep to be responsible for your actions. So, if you let HQ down by, for instance, sharing the Afterburner in public, you'll also get your local rep in trouble.
A few notes:
1) This software is considered pretty dangerous by the MSI warranty department. You, as overclocker, must understand that getting this software also means that you have to waive some rights like warranty on the cards you might or might not brick.
2) Although I applaud sharing within the community, the Afterburner Extreme is not meant to be shared. The .exe file contains not only your nickname, but also timestamps. In other words, if it gets out MSI might blacklist you from any future versions.
3) Don't expect your request to be approved instantly. As said before, this software is considered unsafe for regular users and MSI will only hand it out to overclockers they trust. So, when you're applying for a version, make sure both your local contact as HQ is convinced you can be trusted. With great power comes great responsibility.
4) Don't be an idiot. If you get the software, respect the NDA and other agreements. If you don't get it, don't start ranting in public how unfair you've been treated. Like I said before ... it's all about the trust!
5) Seriously, don't be an idiot.
6) Barbecue is nice in the summer, but a little strange in the winter.