Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000 Webcam Driver for Windows
Microsoft Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000 Microsoft webcam driver driver
Microsoft
Source reference
Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000 is an older USB webcam. On newer Windows builds it often uses the inbox camera driver, while legacy software depends on the supported Windows version.
When this driver is useful
- The LifeCam is not detected after Windows setup.
- A user needs to confirm whether the webcam uses the Windows inbox driver.
- An older Windows installation still needs legacy LifeCam software.
Before installing
Check the exact model, Windows version and source notes before changing drivers. If the vendor offers a newer model-specific package, prefer the exact vendor package for that device.
Driver file details
- Version
- legacy support
- Release date
- 2026-06-19
- Size
- Windows inbox / legacy support
- File type
- UVC/EXE
- Manufacturer
- Microsoft
- SHA256 / MD5
- Provided after local package verification
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.
Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000 Webcam Driver | legacy support | 2026-06-19 | Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 7 | 32-bit / 64-bit | Windows inbox / legacy support | | Provided after local package verification | https://support.microsoft.com/
Installation screenshots
Visual setup checkpoints before changing Windows driver settings.
/uploads/install-screens/microsoft-lifecam-hd-3000-webcam-driver/microsoft-lifecam-hd-3000-webcam-driver-install-01.webp?v=lightfix1 | Check package | Compare model, Windows version, source and file notes. | Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000 installation step 01
/uploads/install-screens/microsoft-lifecam-hd-3000-webcam-driver/microsoft-lifecam-hd-3000-webcam-driver-install-02.webp?v=lightfix1 | Open vendor setup | Start the vendor installer or support workflow as administrator. | Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000 installation step 02
/uploads/install-screens/microsoft-lifecam-hd-3000-webcam-driver/microsoft-lifecam-hd-3000-webcam-driver-install-03.webp?v=lightfix1 | Install driver files | Follow the wizard and keep the exact device connected when requested. | Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000 installation step 03
/uploads/install-screens/microsoft-lifecam-hd-3000-webcam-driver/microsoft-lifecam-hd-3000-webcam-driver-install-04.webp?v=lightfix1 | Restart and verify | Restart if required, then confirm the device appears correctly in Windows. | Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000 installation step 04
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