
Originally Posted by
Jamesey
Another simple check, but have you tried pressing the "Fn" key with "F5". this should switch between the laptop screen and an external display.
I'm typing this on an Acer laptop now. I bought it about 2 years ago, when it was cheap and quite high spec. However, after 18 months, small vertical lines appeared on the screen and they're getting worse! It's over a year, so it's out of warranty, but I expect a laptop to last more than 18 months. I won't be buying another Acer!
The HP I use at work feels solid and is built very well, even if it is a bit heavy.