kathryngrapes
The monitor worked fine the first time I used it, then no longer worked when I tried to use it again. The power indicator light would light up and my laptop recognized the monitor, but the monitor screen just stayed black no matter what type of troubleshooting I tried. The monitor was obviously defective, which can happen with any product, but I also felt the power adapter and overall construction were flimsy as compared to other monitors. Also, this monitor came with a Phillips screwdriver to be used for the 4 screws that attach the base to the monitor itself. While the inclusion of the screwdriver was convenient, I found the need for it to be odd since most other monitor bases just snap on — which is more convenient than screws to begin with. Since this monitor died at an inconvenient time when I didn’t have time to wait for a return/replacement, I went to Walmart and picked up a 24” HP monitor for about $30 more than this one. Compared to the HP, the quality of this monitor - both the graphics and construction - is mediocre. This Sceptre would have been suitable for my needs had it not died, but I’m ultimately happier with the quality of the HP.
