How do I turn on my integrated webcam?

[hillx4]

I FIXED IT .......MYSELF!!  (and I am computer illiterate)

I have a HP Pavilion dv7-6b77dx Entertainment PC and recently set up Skype and the video would not work.  I went through all of the software trouble shooting with YouCam, made sure it had an updated driver, etc. and the fact remained that it wasn't even recognizing the integrated web camera.  I do transport this laptop around quite a bit and I know the camera worked when we purchased it 2 years ago.  Sooo.... I followed the advice on here, except the second link did not work.  Basically I

1. Removed the screen bezel by taking the 2 screws out under the glossy screw covers, then popping out the plastic bezel.

2.Looked around the web cam and there is a tiny 1/4" WHITE piece with colored wires coming out the bottom, that needs to be pushed back UP into the black casing for it, and BAM the camera worked instantly!!

[RedRose0528]

@Hillx4,

Thank you for sharing your fix with the community, I am sure someone in need of help can use the information that you provided.

Thank you again and have a good day.

[genjigem]

i got an hp omni 100-5050 and i cant seem to find my program for my webcam and it was working last month and now when i try to use it, it says camera is not plugged in, and i forgot which program i was using to run the webcam.

[AndersonMel]

Can you supply more information?

Are you using with an HP computer? If so, which model?

Are you running Windows 7?

If HP, you might have HP WebCam or Cyberlink YouCam.

A few things to try:

Ifyou have Windows 7, go to the Start menu Search programs and files box and enter Cyber - that should give you the Cyberlink YouCam program on the start menu. Click on it to start and go to Settings on the right of the Cyberlink screen.

Or, try entering WebCam from the Start menu and click on that program .

[RedRose0528]

Hello @Genjigem,

I understand your webcam is not functioning properly, is that correct? I will be happy to help you.

The built in program that will launch your webcam is called HP Mediasmart Webcam. You can also use the this website to quickly test the webcam.

Please respond back at your earliest convenience.

Thanks

[pmcgill2970]

I have the same model and the same problem.  I was able to get it started once, but it has stopped again.  

[RedRose0528]

Hello @pmcgill2970,

This  is a pretty extensive thread, with a lot of different computer models. Can you please provide the one that you have.

Please respond back at your earliest convenience.

Thanks

[Sairail]

At first, my webcam works so great, had a month or two enjoying my new laptop. But suddenly it just wont work, Im using Windows 8 and my product name is HP 1000 Notebook PC. Just the same with the others I have the problem about this . They keep on telling that check the Device manager for imaging "churva" But I can't see it. 

[RedRose0528]

Hello Sairail,

You state your webcam is not functioning, is that correct? I will be happy to help you.

Can you please provide the full model of the computer you have, If you are unsure where to locate that information have a look at this link for help if needed.

Please respond back at your earliest convenience.
Thanks

[Chocci]

Hello, I own a pavilion dv6-6c 16 nr pc

  When I open the program an error message pops up that says the following: "No webcam detected.  Try plugging in a webcam into your computer now.  If you are using an integrated camera make sure that it is turned on."  I have been searching for a way to turn it on  but the thing is when I first got it , it was working I took a few pictures but all of the suden nothing.  What happened ? How do I turn it on?