Windows 10: Strolen Security camera PC showed back up in me devices

Is it possible to find out the ip address or turn back on location on a PC that has been stolen from me? It showed back up in my devices and whoever took it must have saw something on the other side and turned off location services. they obviously did not wipe the PC

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Security - IP Camera setup - webcam over yard

Why not you try t find some security company in your area.Because they have many wireless security cameras and other security devices that help you for the security of your yard.And they also have variety of devices at low rates.

 

camera on pc

Hello Herbie,

The above error code may occur due to the following reasons:

• Antivirus security software installed on the computer blocking the app.
• Outdated webcam driver.
• Hardware changes made to the computer.

For us to better assist you with your concern, we'd like to know the following:

• Confirm which build is currently installed on your device. To check, follow the steps below:

• Press Windows key + R, then type in winver.
• Click OK.

• Does the issue happen to all applications that requires the use of your computer's camera?
• Were there any recent changes made prior to this issue?

Meanwhile, we recommend to follow the steps in this article
to troubleshoot camera issues on Windows 10.

We look forward to your response.

Regards.

 

Windows 10 update issue - camera

Hi,

Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

I would require more information to help you better.

What is the make and model of the camera?

I would suggest you to make sure the camera is installed properly and listed under Device Manager.

Follow these steps:

• Press “Windows key + X” from keyboard.
• Select “Device Manager” option from the list.
• Check if the Camera is listed in the devices list.

If it is not listed then the Camera driver is not installed. I would suggest you to run “Hardware and Devices” troubleshooter to diagnose and fix the issue.

If the camera is listed in the device manager, then perform the following troubleshooting methods:

Method 1:

You may try running the Hardware and Device troubleshooter and check if it helps.

a. Press Windows Key +R, type Control Panel.

b. Type troubleshooting in the search bar, click on troubleshooting.

c. Click on Hardware and Sound, click on Hardware and Devices.

d. Follow the steps from the wizard to run the troubleshooter.

Method 2:

If that doesn’t work, then I would suggest you to perform troubleshooting steps from the link “What
to do if you have problems with an app” to diagnose and fix if the issue is with Camera app.

Method 3:

If this doesn’t fix the issue, I would suggest you to uninstall the camera from Device Manager then reinstall it and then check if this fixes the issue.

Follow these steps:

• Press “Windows key + X” from the keyboard.
• Select “Device Manager” option.
• Search for Camera, then right click and select “Uninstall”.
• Then restart the computer.
• Download the latest driver from the Manufacturer’s website and install it.

Please do let us know if you need any further assistance related to Windows, we will be glad to assist you.