HDMI VGA adapter not working gaming computer builder

I just bought a monitor to use with my laptop so I can have two screens. The monitor is an ACER X223W version bd manufactured in 2009. My laptop is the Asus - Q524UQ 2-in-1 15.6" Touch-Screen Laptop, bought in Dec. 2016.

I am trying to display my laptop screen on the Acer monitor but it is not working with this adapter https://www.amazon.com/Moread-Gold-Plated-Projector-Chromebook-Raspberry/dp/B00SW9JI9A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1501082856&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=hdmi+vga+adapter&psc=1

I am currently borrowing a friends adapter that works which is close to this one http://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-hdmi-to-vga-adapter-black/1577417.p?skuId=1577417 but the one I am using has a power supply.

Anyone know why the adapter I bought isn't working and what I need to look for in a new one to ensure that it can actually display my laptop screen. I have tried changing the resolution of the laptop screen to the recommended resolution of the monitor and still no luck.

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