Restart your laptop and press F10 repeatedly to enter the BIOS. Navigate to System Configuration > Built-in Device Options . Ensure "Webcam" is checked.

If Device Manager does not show a Camera section at all, this suggests a hardware connection issue or a deeper system error.

Sometimes, issues may arise with the HP camera driver on Windows 10. Here are some common problems and solutions:

If Windows Update fails, you can download the driver directly from HP using your laptop's serial number.

In Device Manager, click the Action tab at the top and select "Scan for hardware changes." This forces Windows to look for the disconnected webcam.