Windows 10: Webcam compatibility with Windows 10

I just upgraded from Windows 7 Home to Windows 10 Home and got a message "Microsoft LifeCam is no longer available. This app was removed from your PC because it doesn't work on this version of Windows." My webcam is Microsoft LifeCam VX-2000. I don't want to buy a new one. Is there any way I can get it to work in Windows 10 (64-bit)?

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Windows 10 and webcam compatibility

Hi Leah,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

I understand that you need to know the compatibility of Webcam on Windows 10. I will certainly help you.

I would like you to answer the question stated below:

1. May I know the make and model of the Webcam?

I suggest you to go manufacturer's website and install latest available drivers. If you don’t get the driver that is compatible for Windows 10, you can download the driver that is compatible with Windows 8.1 and can make it run in Windows 10 with
Compatibility mode.

A compatibility mode is a software mechanism in which a software either emulates an older version of software in order to allow incompatible software or files to remain compatible with the computer's newer hardware or software.

Follow the steps below on how to install driver in compatibility mode:

1. Download the driver from the manufacturer’s website and save it on your local disk.

2. Right click on the setup file of the driver and select "Properties".

3. Select "Compatibility" Tab.

4. Place a check mark next to "Run this program in Compatibility mode" and select operating system from

the drop down list.

5. Let the driver install and then check the functionality.

For further assistance click on below link:

HP HP Webcams | HP® Customer Support

Keep us posted if you face any issues on Windows in future. We will be glad to help you.

Thank you.

 

Webcam not working in Windows 10 Pro on Microsoft camera app and not on Skype

Hi,

Since you mentioned that you already reinstalled the driver for your webcam, we suggest that you perform these troubleshooting steps to resolve your concern:

• Run the troubleshooter for Windows apps.
• Install the driver using the compatibility mode.

Get back to us with the results of the suggested troubleshooting steps.

 

Windows 10 can't see webcam

Hi Will,

We'd like to verify if you've already attempted to install the driver using the compatibility mode? If not, we suggest that you follow these steps:

• Uninstall the webcam driver from the Device Manager. Remember to check the box that says
  Delete the driver software for this device.
• Right-click on the driver installer and select Troubleshoot compatibility.
• Under Select troubleshooting option, choose Try recommended settings
  and follow the steps.
  

Keep us updated with the results or if you need further assistance.