How to connect laptop to TV screen

How can I connect my laptop to my tv as a second monitor?
I bought a hdmi connector, then I plugged it in the back of my plasma
and I hooked the other end to my laptop. I hit fn + f4, but nothing happens.
I was wondering if there is some experts then who can help and teach me
How to connect my laptop to my tv for a better image.

Thank you.

Hello Meri_AOL,

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To connect your computer to a television, your computer must have a video port that matches one of the inputs on your TV.

If your TV does not have a VGA or DVI input that matches an output on your computer, you'll need to use cables S-video or composite video. If your computer does not have one of these TV-compatible outputs, then you might be able to install a new video card that has the right connection.

1. turn off your computer and place it near your TV. Unplug the monitor, but leave the mouse and keyboard connected.

2. connect the appropriate video cable from the video port on your computer to your TV.

3. turn on your TV and set it to the input that matches the video port connected to your computer. You may need to refer to your TV user guide for instructions on how to do it.

4 turn on your computer.

You should see windows displayed on your TV.

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