Why isn't "Arcsoft Webcam companion" in my list of programs when I look at ' all programs?

I can't turn on my webcam on my Sony Vaio laptop because the webcam is not listed in my list of programs all. It has been uninstalled? If so, how can I reinstall it?

Hello

Thanks for posting in the Microsoft community.

The description of the problem, you are not able to turn on Webcam. I will be happy to help you on this question.

What is the model number of the webcam?

This problem may occur if the webcam drivers are deleted or corrupted.

Method 1: I suggest you try the steps from the following links:

See to believe
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-in/Windows7/seeing-is-believing-use-a-webcam-to-bring-your-Instant-Messaging-to-life

With the help of a webcam
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-in/Windows7/using-webcam

Method 2: I suggest you to reinstall the drivers for the webcam from the manufacturers Web site.

Updated a hardware driver that is not working properly
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-in/Windows7/update-a-driver-for-hardware-that-isn ' t-work correctly

Hope this information is helpful and let us know if you need help with Windows in the future. We will be happy to help.

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