How do I manually take a card on a Verifone VX520?

Manual entry of card information (no swipe or dip).

1. To manually enter a card on the Verifone VX520, follow these steps:

   1. Press the “Sale” Button:

      • On the home screen, press the “Sale” button, or select “1” for Sale if the terminal menu appears.

   2. Enter the Sale Amount:

      • Use the keypad to type in the transaction amount and press “Enter.”

   3. Manually Enter Card Information:

      • When prompted to swipe the card, instead type in the card number using the keypad, then press “Enter.”

   4. Enter the Expiration Date:

      • Input the card’s expiration date in the format MMYY (e.g., “0525” for May 2025) and press “Enter.”

   5. Provide CVV and ZIP Code if Prompted:

      • Some merchants require the CVV (the 3-digit code on the back of the card) and the ZIP code associated with the card. Enter these as prompted and press “Enter” after each.

   6. Complete the Transaction:

      • Once the information is entered, the terminal will process the payment. If approved, it will print a receipt for both the merchant and the customer.

   This manual entry process can be used if a card can’t be swiped or inserted. Remember, manual entries typically have higher processing fees and are more prone to fraud, so only use them when necessary.

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