Windows 10: How do I select the external camera for Windows Hello?

I have an HP laptop that runs Windows 11. Most of the time, it is connected to a large screen HP monitor that has an integrated camera and the laptop itself running with the lid closed. I have had Windows Hello set up to use the monitor camera for my sign in. But last week, I had to unplug my laptop from the monitor to take it with me on a trip. Ever since I got back and plugged my laptop back into the monitor, it is no longer using the monitor camera for Windows Hello. How do I tell it to please use monitor camera instead of making me open the laptop back up to use that camera?

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Windows hello

Hi Abdullah,

To resolve this camera issue for your Windows Hello, we suggest that you run Hardware and Device troubleshooter. Refer to the following steps:

• Click on 'search' and select 'settings' and type 'Troubleshooting' and select 'Troubleshooting'
• Click on 'Hardware and Sound' and select 'Hardware and 'Devices' and click on next to run the troubleshooter.

Let us know how it goes.

Regards.

 

How to select camera for Windows Hello

Hi!

I'm Marvin an Independent Advisor, and I will help you with your issue.

There are 2 methods for resolving this

Method 1

Change your default camera.

Step 1. Press Windows key + X.

Step 2. Select Control Panel.

Step 3. Click on Devices and Printers.

Step 4. Check if the webcam you want to use is listed.

Step 5. Right-click on the webcam you want to use.

Step 6. Click on Set this device as default.

Method 2

You can disable your default webcam, you be able to enabled it again.

1. Press Windows + X, click Device Manager.

2. Click Imaging devices.

3. Right-click on your default webcam.

4. Click Disable.

If you still having problems with this, I will be around to help you.

Regards.

 

windows hello cannot detect camera

Hi,

We need to investigate further so that we can identify the cause of the issue. We suggest checking for driver updates for your camera and see if it helps. Follow the steps below:

• Type Device Manager on Start/Cortana.
• Click on Imaging devices.
• Right click Integrated Camera or the name of your camera.
• Select Update Software or Properties >
  Driver Update Driver.

Looking forward to your response.