Windows 10: monitor add on with a Dell Laptop

i'm trying to add a second HP monitor to my Dell laptop.Its not being identified and says to check my cable connections or to select Extend and it wont let me change my setting

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Dell XPS 15.6 Monitor issues

Hi,

Monitors may not work as expected if the driver is not up-to-date. With this said, we suggest that you check if you have the latest drivers installed. In addition, we would like to ask some questions that may help us to isolate the issue.

• Does the external monitor work with your laptop before?
• Have you tried to connect the external monitor to your desktop?
• When did the issue start?
• Were there any changes made to your computer prior to the issue?
• What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?

We're looking forward to your response.

 

hooking up a monitor to mt dell laptop - windows 10

Hi Cheryl,

There are several modes that you can choose from when using a multi-monitor setup. Configuration is simple, as long as you follow these steps:

• Connect the monitor to your laptop using the appropriate cable (HDMI, DVI, or VGA, depending on the device).
• Make sure the monitor is turned on, which is usually indicated by a glowing power button.
• Press the Windows key and P at the same time on your keyboard.
  
• Choose Duplicate if you want your monitor to show what's being shown on your laptop screen.
• Choose Extend if you want an additional monitor to work on while having an active laptop screen.
  
• Choose Second screen only if you want to use the monitor instead of your laptop screen.

Let us know if you have any other concerns about using your computer.

 

I want to disable touchpad on Dell laptop


These 7 steps allowed me to disable my touchpad (Dell laptop, Windows 10):

1. Win Start button
2. Type in "device manager"
3. Select Device Manager to open it
4. Click down arrow to left of "Mice and other..." to expand
5. Right click Dell Touchpad
6. Disable device
7. Yes