HP Pavillion dv5, my webcam stopped working

[tejim]

My webcam stops working when I am talking and then it says on Skype that no webcam found. Pls help.

Thanks.

TJ

 

[Brett928S2]

reinstall the webcam drivers ...

 

[tejim]

reinstall the webcam drivers ...

I have done that. The Webcam works for a few mins and then stop. The message comes," No webcam found".

 

[Brett928S2]

Hi

Repair shop for diagnosis...

All the best Brett

 

[tejim]

Hi

Repair shop for diagnosis...

All the best Brett

Thanks a lot for your help.

 

[popatim]

Most of these integrated webcams are just attached to an internal usb port. If you're the handy type you can find a disassembly video and perhaps locate this cable and reseat it. If that doesnt work the cam is dying and your cheapest option would be to buy a new external cam.

 

[tejim]

Thanks everyone for your help. I bought a new Webcam and I am happy with it.