Sorry to hear about your problems with the Samsung. I have a Samsung SyncMaster series (model P2450) that is absolutely wonderful. I think it has been replaced in their current product line with newer models, but the one I have has a 5 star rating with many reviews at NewEgg (but "not currently available" since it's a couple years old now).

This is a similar one, for $200 Amazon.com: Samsung B2430H 24-Inch Widescreen LCD Monitor - Glossy Black: Computers & Accessories

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