Various devices can be connected to the computer, which allow the user to work in a more comfortable environment. To see the interlocutor on the Internet, special webcams are used. However, there are often problems with the connection of this device on a laptop.
It is necessary
- - notebook;
- - camera;
- - drivers.
Instructions
Step 1
To connect a webcam on a laptop, you need to determine what type it belongs to. There are two types of cameras, namely external and integrated into the computer. Typically, many laptops have webcams built into the top of the lid. To check this, inspect the entire laptop, read the instructions that should come with the kit.
Step 2
You can also try to find out information through the standard parameters of the operating system. As a rule, all installed equipment is displayed in a special "device manager" connected to a personal computer or. Click on the "My Computer" shortcut. Next, you will see a window with all local drives and connected external portable devices. If at the bottom there is such an item as "Video device" or something similar, click on it with the mouse button.
Step 3
If it is a webcam, then you will see your image on the monitor. Also, the built-in webcam may not work due to lack of drivers. You can find them on the manufacturer's official website. If you have an external webcam, then the connection will not take even 10 minutes. Connect the camera to your computer via the USB port. Wait a couple of minutes for the computer to find new hardware. Next, go to "My Computer" and see if there is a "USB video device" column.
Step 4
Click on it. If the drivers were installed automatically, the camera will work. Otherwise, you will need to install special software for this webcam. As a rule, these devices are always sold with an installation disc, so look in the box from the webcam. Insert the disc into your computer's drive. Next, find the file with the exe extension and run it. Wait for the installation to finish and restart your computer.
