I too face the same issue. As a result the mouse keeps flickering and at times becomes almost invisible due to the very high rate of flickering, affecting the normal use of the system. I feel this is a critical issue. I found a work around here http://askubuntu.com/questions/398903 /unknown-display-besides-laptop-built-in-display-old-question-but-with- no-answer/399485
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