Maybe the port is indeed dead?
I have seen this thread here
http://forums.cnet.com/7723-13974_102-543610/unable-to-mirror-dell-xps-15z-s-display-on-a-hd-tv/
but this still doesnt sort out my problem. Its incredibly annoying (about to throw my laptop out of the window).
I connected my old laptop via HDMI cable to my tv, and the screen appeared NO PROBLEM!
The new dell laptop has two graphics cards (intel and nvidia) and I followed the steps above in the thread but to no avail.
It will not extend, duplicate or project to the TV. I think the two graphics cards are conflicting each other. Any ideas how I can use the HDMI port on my laptop as it was intended, to connect to my BLOODY TV!?
Like I Said the set up works for my old laptop so its definitely an issue with the settings on the new one.
Very much looking forward to a response! Thank you!

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