Hausen eSports

GENERAL INFORMATIONS

Date: September 3rd, 4th and 5th, 2010
Location: Pavilion A, École de technologie supérieure, Montréal
Price: 45$
Number of participants: 400

Registration includes access to the site, space for your computer / console and participation to official tournaments as well as other activities.

Since PC game tournaments require the use of a PC, visitors will not be able to participate. On the other hand, access to console tournaments is permitted.

Opening hours / closing

Admission starts at 6:00pm on Friday evening.

The event (tournaments and prize winnings) ends at 5:00pm on Sunday afternoon. However, due to unpredictable delays, it is possible that activities end later than the anticipated time.

What Lan ETS provides

Chair

A chair is provided with each space. However, it is permitted to bring one’s own chair for personal comfort.

Space on a table

During registration, seat reservation can be made using the floor plan. A seat is therefore allocated to each paying participant.

Network cable

Upon arrival, participants will find their assigned seat equipped with a network cable allowing access to the Lan ETS internal network as well as the Internet network.


Electrical outlet

Each seat is equipped with one and only one electrical outlet. Consequently, it is essential to bring a powerbar in order to plug in computer, screen and any accessories.

Servers / video game consoles for tournaments

Game servers for tournaments, public games servers and video game consoles will be available during the entirety of the event.

Dorm rooms... for sleeping

The school’s gyms will be converted into dorms for both nights. It is permitted to bring sleeping bags, sleeping mats and pillows. Note that dorms are not coed, boys and girls will be separated into two dormitories.

Showers

Access to change rooms for showering will be authorized in accordance with a specific schedule during the event. The timetable will vary in conformance with age groups and sex.

What to bring

Computer / console

Do not forget screen, mouse, keyboard AND power cord.


Powerbar

Since each seat has only access to one outlet, it is essential to bring a powerbar in order to plug in computer, screen and any other accessories.

Headphones

With roughly 500 participants, speakers are, by all means, forbidden. It is therefore important to bring headphones.

Sleeping bags

Dormitories will be available for both nights of the event. It is encouraged to bring sleeping bags, sleeping mats and pillows. Participants are permitted (although not advised) to sleep at their reserved place provided that they remain in their seat. It is forbidden by fire safety regulation to sleep on the ground or under tables. Participants who do not cooperate will be asked to move.

Pocket money

Meals are not included. However, during the day, surrounding restaurants and grocery stores are open. A small cafeteria will be open during the night.

Parental authorization

Parental authorization for all minors (under the age of 18) is required for access to the event. Participants without authorization will not be allowed in
(Parental authorization).

What NOT to bring

Alcohol and illicit substances

Alcohol consumption and illicit substances on school grounds (ÉTS) is forbidden at all times. Any violation will result in immediate expulsion from the event without reimbursement
(See rules).


Coolers

Due to space concerns and security measures, coolers are not permitted on site.

Fans and unnecessary power consuming equipment

Due to power usage limitations, power hungry equipment such as fans is not permitted although chargers (cell phones and cameras) are authorized.

Security

A team of volunteers working all weekend in close collaboration with ÉTS security agents is assembled to ensure both equipment and site security. Entrances and exits will be under surveillance at all times and equipment will be not be allowed out without verification.

Participants are encouraged to be cautious by bringing a bag in which to store valuable personal belongings (aside from computer and screen) during extended leave.

It is important to remember that despite of all security measures, Lan ETS and l’École de technologie supérieure (ETS) will not held responsible for any lost or broken equipment