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Hello,

I ordered a magnetic dry erase whiteboard sheet but after reading this thread it seems like everyone else is using an actual whiteboard rather than a magnetic sheet.

Apex Top-Magnetic-Whiteboard-Planner-Organizer, got this from Amazon.

Will it potentially be an issue? Taking the test on June 27th.

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Hi, I recently read a debrief of someone, who has given an online exam, and he said that if you are habitual of reading a question to yourself, then proctor would tell you to stop. Did it happen with someone else also?
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Hi I need urgent help. My test was scheduled today but my laptop failed the verification process whereas other my other laptop failed the microphone test. Now what can I do..?
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Reschedule.... did you run a test previously or you did not run a system check?

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I did run the system check. It was working fine then
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Also when I checked with other laptop, there were some issues with firewall. I chatted with the proctor she said she will wait but then my exam link was gone. I really don't know what to do. I mailed GMAC on the spot. But I don't whether I'll be able to reschedule or take the exam again?
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Got it. Very odd it failed on the day of the test. Sorry about that. I assume you tried the usual reboot process.

PS. If you have not taken the test, you can reschedule. The rules are specific to retakes. A no-show does not constitute a retake. You will just have to chase the customer support or maybe you will get a choice to reschedule in your profile.

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Understood. Thank you. The proctor said that don't worry and I'll wait. But when I tried with my other laptop the link was not there. Let's hope for the best.
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Also, now I am seeing another problem as I was trying to run system check again (m.proctor website is showing following error)

This XML file does not appear to have any style information associated with it. The document tree is shown below.
<Error>
<Code>AccessDenied</Code>
<Message>Access Denied</Message>
<RequestId>B8B35D66B3CF81C1</RequestId>
<HostId>/v2GaSgacqrEUFUXxsikbgTSaDP8vjHf54m7RdCO3gJSXE/TAvYDb9RCl3X8xqnVFtOYy4NAL0c=</HostId>
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It looks like it fits the size specs. So it should and I believe it does. As long as you find it comfortable using it.

Why not get something cheaper potentially?

U Brands Contempo Magnetic Dry Erase Board, 11 x 14 Inches, White Frame https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PRYQQES/re ... 2Eb3CABPMD


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https://www.amazon.com/Whiteboard-Set-Magnetic-Dry-erase-Scoreboard/dp/B0165RUJX4/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=12%2Binch%2Bby%2B20%2Binch%2Bwhiteboard&qid=1591332557&s=office-products&sr=1-3&th=1

Does this meet their criteria? Sorry I am just never sure when it comes to measurements.

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Will this suffice the requirement . Thanks a lot !

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07 ... N6XL&psc=1
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It looks like it fits the size specs. So it should and I believe it does. As long as you find it comfortable using it.

Why not get something cheaper potentially?

U Brands Contempo Magnetic Dry Erase Board, 11 x 14 Inches, White Frame https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PRYQQES/re ... 2Eb3CABPMD


TheNightKing
https://www.amazon.com/Whiteboard-Set-Magnetic-Dry-erase-Scoreboard/dp/B0165RUJX4/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=12%2Binch%2Bby%2B20%2Binch%2Bwhiteboard&qid=1591332557&s=office-products&sr=1-3&th=1

Does this meet their criteria? Sorry I am just never sure when it comes to measurements.

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Will this suffice the requirement . Thanks a lot !

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07 ... N6XL&psc=1
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No. It does not fit the requirements. You cannot use that model per bullet #1 on the mba.com (items not allowed)
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It looks like it fits the size specs. So it should and I believe it does. As long as you find it comfortable using it.

Why not get something cheaper potentially?

U Brands Contempo Magnetic Dry Erase Board, 11 x 14 Inches, White Frame https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PRYQQES/re ... 2Eb3CABPMD


TheNightKing
https://www.amazon.com/Whiteboard-Set-Magnetic-Dry-erase-Scoreboard/dp/B0165RUJX4/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=12%2Binch%2Bby%2B20%2Binch%2Bwhiteboard&qid=1591332557&s=office-products&sr=1-3&th=1

Does this meet their criteria? Sorry I am just never sure when it comes to measurements.

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Hi @BB , what about this option pls . Just worried that I am not buying something that will not be allowed. Thank you again for your guidance:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fridgemagic-Ma ... uct&sr=1-1




Dear bb

Will this suffice the requirement . Thanks a lot !

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07 ... N6XL&psc=1

No. It does not fit the requirements. You cannot use that model per bullet #1 on the mba.com (items not allowed)
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Hi All,

Is there anyone who is aware that how many days does it take GMAC to send reschedule voucher? My exam was scheduled on 24th Jun but due to some technical error I was not able to take it. Since, I have sent numerous emails and had chats with the officials, but they keep saying that wait for 3-5 business days. It seems like an endless cycles of business days and almost everyday I am asking them to send the voucher and they say that voucher process is initiated but you have to wait for 3-5 days. I am hearing this thing from past 2 weeks now.

May be I don't know the definition of business days or they think 1 business day = 1 week. I am really scared as the deadline for the school is very near.

Any advise from anyone?

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It looks like it fits the size specs. So it should and I believe it does. As long as you find it comfortable using it.

Why not get something cheaper potentially?

U Brands Contempo Magnetic Dry Erase Board, 11 x 14 Inches, White Frame https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PRYQQES/re ... 2Eb3CABPMD

Absoultely.

I just posted what I found from recommendations on amazon after my initial search
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GMAC says no borders/lining on the white board edges. Not sure if it would be allowed

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It looks like it fits the size specs. So it should and I believe it does. As long as you find it comfortable using it.

Why not get something cheaper potentially?

U Brands Contempo Magnetic Dry Erase Board, 11 x 14 Inches, White Frame https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PRYQQES/re ... 2Eb3CABPMD

Absoultely.

I just posted what I found from recommendations on amazon after my initial search



GMAC says no borders/lining on the white board edges. Not sure if it would be allowed

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Where do they say that? Can you please provide a quote? I have not seen any factual evidence or details indicating that a frame is not allowed and that one had to use a whiteboard with rough edges and cut their hands. https://www.mba.com/exams/gmat-online/p ... rd-options
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The link is same as you've mentioned.

It says boards without markings.
To be double sure, I am assuming that they might consider the thick borders to be objectionable.
Just my thought. And also, there are a few whiteboards online that are borderless; just a piece of white glass.

Please do let me know if what I am assuming is wrong, or if anyone has actual experience.

Thank you and sorry for the confusion if any!

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Your reasoning is incorrect. There are no concerns about borders. Many people have taken GMAT online with a variety of whiteboards that had a variety of thick and ugly borders. There are no issues with borders ever reported.

Thank you.

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The link is same as you've mentioned.

It says boards without markings.
To be double sure, I am assuming that they might consider the thick borders to be objectionable.
Just my thought. And also, there are a few whiteboards online that are borderless; just a piece of white glass.

Please do let me know if what I am assuming is wrong, or if anyone has actual experience.

Thank you and sorry for the confusion if any!

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I recently purchased this whiteboard from Amazon. Is this permitted in GMAT online exam? Every whiteboard has borders on Amazon.in

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Hi bb i bought this white board. Is this fine
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