Update Webcam Device Drivers for PC

Summary

Software drivers are used to help the operating system know how to use the webcam. Perform these steps to test and troubleshoot the camera and video capability of a webcam

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Description

Software drivers are used to help the operating system know how to use the webcam. Perform these steps to test and troubleshoot the camera and video capability of a webcam

This Guide Will Help You to:

  • Install default drivers (Windows 10)

  • Install updates from the manufacturer (Windows 10)

  • Seek further assistance

Install default drivers (Windows 10)

  1.  Go to Search

  2. Select Device Manager

  3. Select Cameras or Imaging Devices

  4. Right-click on the webcam that's having problems

  5. Select Update Driver

  6. Select "Search Automatically for updated driver software". This will replace it with a stock webcam driver.

  7. Restart your PC/Laptop

Install updates from the manufacturer (Windows 10)

  1. Go to Search

  2. Select Device Manager

  3. Select Cameras or Imaging Devices

  4. Right-click on the webcam that's having problems

  5. Select "Scan for hardware changes

  6. Restart your PC/Laptop

Seek Further Assistance

For additional assistance please contact, IT Service Desk at (208) 282 5880 or help@isu.edu

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Article ID: 89520
Created
Wed 10/16/19 5:37 PM
Modified
Wed 11/15/23 5:13 PM