As a seller, I'd take paypal from any verified seller.
IF the buyer wanted escrow, I'd allow it - always - there is no reason not to, as long as the buyer pays the fees.
COD is always an option too..
I've got a new laptop that I configured for absolute low cost and gaming performance. It's got a 256m GeForce 7900, which outperforms the 7800 significantly. Full 1 year warranty.. 1gig ram.. dual core processor.
I'm done traveling...
Wolf, click on the paypal security tab - make sure you start the process with paypal NOW. They'll lock up the funds, if they're still in his account.
Second best option is to do a chargeback if you used a credit card, which will screw...
I have a new e1705.
Major specs:
Inspiron 9400, Intel Core Duo Processor T2300E (1.66GHz/667MHz FSB)
17 inch Wide-screen WXGA+ Display for Inspiron 9400/E 1705
1GB, DDR2, 533MHz 2 Dimm, for Inspiron 9400/E1705
256MB NVIDIA GeForce Go...