Solved Where do I find a webcam for my laptop?

[Elljay]

Hi there.
I did a clean install of Windows 7 a few weeks ago. I just noticed that I don't seem to have a
webcam or quick cam on my laptop anymore. There is nothing under accessories.
I'm not sure what I need to do.
Any suggestions are appreciated. Thank you.

 

[Berton]

Notebooks usually have the Webcam built into the frame around the display panel, probably at the top. Since you did the 'clean install' you probably need to get the drivers for the Webcam from the manufacturer's site. You show HP in your System Specs.

 

[Elljay]

Notebooks usually have the Webcam built into the frame around the display panel, probably at the top. Since you did the 'clean install' you probably need to get the drivers for the Webcam from the manufacturer's site. You show HP in your System Specs.

Yes, I know they are built in. That's why I'm a confused. Thanks for the reply. So I would just need drivers then? I should have said webcam drivers...silly me.

 

[shadow2201]

Notebooks usually have the Webcam built into the frame around the display panel, probably at the top. Since you did the 'clean install' you probably need to get the drivers for the Webcam from the manufacturer's site. You show HP in your System Specs.

Yes, I know they are built in. That's why I'm a confused. Thanks for the reply. So I would just need drivers then?

Yup, just go here and you should find your driver software for the webcam:

Software & driver downloads HP 2000-150CA Notebook PC | HP® Support

 

[Elljay]

Notebooks usually have the Webcam built into the frame around the display panel, probably at the top. Since you did the 'clean install' you probably need to get the drivers for the Webcam from the manufacturer's site. You show HP in your System Specs.

Yes, I know they are built in. That's why I'm a confused. Thanks for the reply. So I would just need drivers then?

Yup, just go here and you should find your driver software for the webcam:

Software & driver downloads HP 2000-150CA Notebook PC | HP® Support

OK. Thanks for the reply.

 

[Elljay]

Hi there. I need a little more help.
I decided to check my PC again for the webcam. I went to device manager. It tells me I have a HP Web Cam - 101.
It also says drivers are up to date. What I am not understanding... I can not find the cam on my PC.
There is no web cam icon in accessories. I type in the name to search for it and nothing comes up. I'm not getting it???

 

[Berton]

Various programs can use the Webcam such as Skype. Might check here if you want a program to install:
https://www.google.com/search?site=...rue.2..0...1.1.60.hp..9.13.2557.0.U_ahtjFv3JI

 

[Elljay]

Various programs can use the Webcam such as Skype. Might check here if you want a program to install:
https://www.google.com/search?site=...rue.2..0...1.1.60.hp..9.13.2557.0.U_ahtjFv3JI

Hi Berton. thanks for the reply. Yes, I know various programs use the webcam. I not getting why I can't find it on my PC when it says I have one???

 

[The Howling Wolves]

Go into Control Panel/click on Device Manager/see if lists imaging devices.
That's where mine was located.
THW

 

[derekimo]

What happens when you try this webcam test?

Webcam Test - Test Your Webcam With Our Online Tool

 

[Elljay]

Go into Control Panel/click on Device Manager/see if lists imaging devices.
That's where mine was located.
THW

I did. Here the link to post #6.
http://www.sevenforums.com/hardware-devices/356828-where-do-i-find-webcam-my-laptop.html#post2972449

 

[Elljay]

What happens when you try this webcam test?

Webcam Test - Test Your Webcam With Our Online Tool

Hello derekimo. Thanks for the link. I gave it a go. It works. (Should have combed my hair. )
Would you know why I can't find the program in my programs??

 

[derekimo]

Well at least you know it works. I don't really know why you can't find the software, there are usually better options than the stuff they install from the OEM.

What do you want to do with it?

According to HP this is what was installed,

Cyberlink YouCam Software - HP 2000-150CA Notebook PC | HP® Support

Do you see a Cyberlink YouCam software anywhere?

 

[Elljay]

Well at least you know it works. I don't really know why you can't find the software, there are usually better options than the stuff they install from the OEM.

What do you want to do with it?

According to HP this is what was installed,

Cyberlink YouCam Software - HP 2000-150CA Notebook PC | HP® Support

Do you see a Cyberlink YouCam software anywhere?

What do I want to do with it?
Well, besides take selfies...
I just want the icon shortcut on my desktop and to be able to use it when I need it.
Like talk to my sister in Mexico.

At post #1, I mentioned I did a clean install of windows 7.
http://www.sevenforums.com/hardware-devices/356828-where-do-i-find-webcam-my-laptop.html#post2971557

 

[derekimo]

I guess I missed the clean install part, but now you have the link for the software.

Skype is pretty popular too.

Skype | Free calls to friends and family

 

[Elljay]

I guess I missed the clean install part, but now you have the link for the software.

Skype is pretty popular too.

Skype | Free calls to friends and family

Thank you. derekimo... all I would like to do is... to put the ICON on my desktop... like other icons.
You know, with the annoying shortcut arrow.

 

[derekimo]

I guess I missed the clean install part, but now you have the link for the software.

Skype is pretty popular too.

Skype | Free calls to friends and family

Thank you. derekimo... all I would like to do is... to put the ICON on my desktop... like other icons.
You know, with the annoying shortcut arrow.

You're welcome, did you reinstall the software I linked above?

Cyberlink YouCam Software - HP 2000-150CA Notebook PC | HP® Support

 

[Elljay]

I guess I missed the clean install part, but now you have the link for the software.

Skype is pretty popular too.

Skype | Free calls to friends and family

Thank you. derekimo... all I would like to do is... to put the ICON on my desktop... like other icons.
You know, with the annoying shortcut arrow.

You're welcome, did you reinstall the software I linked above?

Cyberlink YouCam Software - HP 2000-150CA Notebook PC | HP® Support

No derekimo,
I thought it wise to ask questions before I did anything.
I did download You cam though. It is sitting on my desk top waiting.

 

[derekimo]

That is directly from the support page for your laptop, so you can go ahead and install it when you are ready.

Always a good idea to ask questions, a wise move indeed.

 

[Elljay]

That is directly from the support page for your laptop, so you can go ahead and install it when you are ready.

Always a good idea to ask questions, a wise move indeed.

Thank you. Break time now