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External Monitor Not Working on Dell Laptop: 3 Ways to Fix It
Make sure the external display is connected properly to the laptop
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Updated onMarch 20, 2024
updated onMarch 20, 2024
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Those who develop dynamic or standalone projects on their system tend to use more than one screen for a better user experience while coding and testing the product.
Recently, we have noticed that many Dell laptop users are experiencing an issue where they cannot connect any external monitor to their laptops. Some also had trouble with the Dell laptops due tooverheatingand thebrightness not working.
Why is my Dell laptop not connecting to an external monitor?
This article below discusses three easy ways to fix this issue with the external monitor not working on your Dell laptops.
How do I get my Dell to recognize my second monitor?
1. Check for any physical damages
Whenever problems arise related to the connectivity of any external device to the Windows system, the system may not be responsible for this issue.
The external device might be damaged, so please check for physical damage. Also, don’t forget to check the cable wire used to connect the monitor to the system externally.
If the external monitor or cable wire is faulty, we suggest you replace it with a new one.
2. Force detect the external monitor
3. Update the graphics card driver
Keeping your drivers up to date can also help you fix other issues likeno DisplayPort (DP) from your device when connecting using a Dell monitor; read this guide to learn other solutions.
If you’re looking for something quicker and easier, you can use athird-party toollikePC HelpSoft Driver Updaterto update all the necessary drivers automatically.
How do I know if my HDMI port is working?
For connecting the system to a high-definition external device such as a monitor, it needs a perfectly working HDMI port on the system.
Here is a guide to fixing theHDMI ports that are not workingon Windows systems. Follow the steps below to know the status of your HDMI port on the system:
How do I mirror my Dell laptop to my TV without HDMI?
You will probably need a media streaming device, such as Google Chromecast, Microsoft Miracast, or Apple Airplay, to mirror the Dell laptop to the TV without HDMI.
All you have to do is configure the media streaming device, your laptop, and your TV to mirror the display from laptop to TV wirelessly via the media streaming device.
We also have a guide on how to solveno DisplayPort signal on Dell laptops, so don’t miss it.
Here are some of thebest screen mirroring software toolsfor the Windows system. Let us know your choice in the comments area below.
More about the topics:Dell computer issues,second monitor issues
Loredana Harsana
Windows Software Expert
Loredana is a passionate writer with a keen interest in PC software and technology. She started off writing about mobile phones back when Samsung Galaxy S II was on top of the world and she fell in love with tech of all sorts.
Whenever she’s not at her work desk, you’ll find her enjoying refreshing tea flavors, spilling stories on paper, and listening to the radio.
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Loredana is a tech enthusiast who tackles mobility, privacy, and networking in easy-to follow guides for everyone.
