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    Can't order... help?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by zachtib, Jun 2, 2008.

  1. zachtib

    zachtib Notebook Consultant

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    As I stated in my other thread, I'm ordering an R61 as a gift for my brother.

    It came out to $720, and I'm having trouble ordering it. I got turned down for Bill Me Later, so I went to try paypal, but it won't let me use an eCheck through paypal, just a credit card.

    The problem is this... I just moved out west and started a new job. Since I don't have a bank out here, I opened an account and deposited my first paycheck into it, so the money is all in that account. I haven't gotten my debit card in from that account yet, but I need to order this laptop ASAP if it's going to get here in time.
     
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    And you don't have a credit card? If you don't...you should probably look into it.
     
    Greg, Jun 2, 2008
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  3. techboydino

    techboydino Notebook Evangelist

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    agreed, get a credit card. most banks are happy to take your money. www.creditcards.com will help you find a card to fit your lifestyle. also, then sign up for paypal direct account. they will deposit 2 small amounts into your new account, then you can have your paypal preferred account and order away.
     
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  4. zachtib

    zachtib Notebook Consultant

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    actually, paypal just asked for my BoA login, and my account was confirmed instantly... but it still won't let me order using money from my account...
     
    zachtib, Jun 2, 2008
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    techboydino Notebook Evangelist

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    thats odd, i used my paypal account that way when they had a promotion. i paid directly through paypal.
     
    techboydino, Jun 2, 2008
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  6. The_Observer

    The_Observer 9262 is the best:)

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    There are disposable cards in walmart.I don't know if you can use it though.

    Paypal does accept bank account.
     
    The_Observer, Jun 2, 2008
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    ssnseawolf Notebook Consultant

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    I second using your bank account through Paypal. I've made significant purchases through them and have not had any problems. You don't even have to confirm your account (where they deposit a small amount of money to make sure it exists) to make a purchase yet.
     
    ssnseawolf, Jun 2, 2008
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    cipsaz Notebook Guru

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    When it says "Credit Card", it doesn't mean that you can't use a debit card. Chose "Visa" and enter all the info. You will be good to go.
     
    cipsaz, Jun 2, 2008
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