This HP HD Camera driver is for HP notebooks and external HP webcams where the camera is missing or shown with a generic driver after Windows setup.
HP HD Camera driver overview
Camera drivers are often installed automatically, but business HP machines can still need the vendor package after an image restore. This local copy keeps the driver version, file size and checksum visible before installation.
When this webcam driver helps
- The HP camera does not appear in video apps.
- Device Manager shows a camera device without the correct HP driver.
- Windows privacy settings are correct, but the camera still fails to start.
Supported Windows versions
Windows 11 / 10 is listed for this package. Match the exact webcam model or hardware ID before installing it.
Before installing
Download the file from this local drivers-search.com copy, compare the visible file size and SHA256 checksum, then install it from setup or Device Manager. After installation, restart Windows or at least close and reopen the app that uses the camera.
Driver file details
- Version
- 5.0.18.42
- Release date
- 2025-12-09
- Size
- 0.31 MB (327,450 bytes)
- File type
- CAB
- Manufacturer
- HP
- SHA256 / MD5
- SHA256: 969a68f17df4cf237e983498a75c3c58f3160c7f3ded67c3977cce3dbf0f656d
How we verify files
- We compare the model, version, and operating system with manufacturer data.
- When an official reference is available, we show the original source.
- We keep checksums so the file can be verified after download.
- We do not disguise third-party installers as drivers.
Installation guide
- Download the file only from the trusted link on this page.
- Check the file size and checksum when they are provided.
- Run the file as administrator only if you trust the source.
- Follow the installer steps and restart the PC if required.
Available downloads
Choose the package that matches your Windows version and installation needs.
Installation screenshots
Visual setup checkpoints before changing Windows driver settings.
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