Webcam Instant Not detected

Just got one of these webcam instants and the thing is not being detected in any way, shape or form anywhere on my PC or with in the software provided. I have downloaded the appropriate drivers from this site and still no go. So with further investigation I found that some times the bios has something to do with this? Somethng about BIOS not supporting this type of thing or getting a USB HUB with its own power source or something? Does this make sense to anyone? Anyway I have tried everything that I can except the USB hub thing (too much hassell and a buncha B.S.) and updating my bios. Im not down for that unless I absolutly HAVE to. Anyway if anyone can shed any light on this I would greatly appreciate it.
System Specs:
Windows 2000 Pro
Abit KG7 Mother Board
AMD Athlon 00
NviDia Geforce 4600 (AGP)
64MB DDR Ram

I'm having a similar problem. My WebCam Instant didn't intall ANY shortcuts. The driver is up to date and installed and the device is recognized BUT I CAN'T USE THE DARN THING. Working on it though ... will post again in -3 weeks.

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> I cant detect a webcam and supposedly theres one built in.
>I have looked in the control panel and hardware device manager but theres nothing there for a webcam.
Hi in some BIOS version there is an additional option to enable the webcam.
Please check the BIOS.
If the BIOS would not provide such option well, in such case I would assume that your webcam module is faulty.
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EDIT: If you have recently upgraded to Windows 8 and are experiencing this issue please read this document.
Here are some tips for resolving a webcam not detected problem. I see this question get asked a lot so here are the steps you should take to resolve the issue.
To begin you should make sure the device is being detected by Windows. The following instructions are for Windows 7, but should be very similar for Windows Vista and Windows 8.
Option 1: Check Device Manager to make sure it is working properly.
Click your Start button, type “Device Manager,” and press Enter.
Once Device Manager loads click “View” and then “Show Hidden Devices.”
Locate the “Imaging Devices” section.
Note whether you see the webcam here.
If the webcam is listed, right click it and verify that it is not “Disabled.”
If webcam is listed and not disabled, move onto Option 2. If the webcam is not listed you will move onto Option 4.
Option 2: Allow Windows to Re-install the device.
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If prompted select “remove driver and driver package.”
Reboot your notebook and allow Windows to attempt to reinstall the webcam.
If Windows detects the webcam verify the functionality of the webcam.
If Windows does not detect the webcam and install it move onto Option 3.
Option 3: Manually install the drivers for your webcam.
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Verify functionality.
Option 4: Manually re-detecting the hardware.
Disconnect all external devices.
Shut down the notebook.
Remove the battery and AC power.
Press and hold the power button for 10-15 seconds.
Reinstall the battery and AC power. Then turn the notebook on.
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Selection “Action” and then “Scan for hardware changes.”
If Device Manager detects the hardware allow it to install.
If Device Manager does not detect the hardware see Option 5.
Option 5: System Restore and System Recovery.
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Options 6: Repair or replacement.
If none of these solutions have worked for you it is likely that you are experiencing a hardware failure. It is possible to replace the webcam or reseat a loose ribbon cable. However, this is one of the more difficult repairs on the notebook. If you would like to attempt this repair you can visit your notebook’s support page and navigate to the “Manuals” section. There is normally a “Maintenance and Service Guide” for the notebooks, this will cover the disassembly of the notebook. You can then use HP Parts Surfer to locate the part for your notebook.
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I see that you're having an issue with the webcam in the notebook. If you could, please check and see if the webcam is listed in the device manager. If you don't know how to check for that, you can follow step 1.
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I'll posted the link as an example of how to find a hardware ID in general.
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It is good to hear back from you!
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http://www8.hp.com/us/en/contact-hp/ww-phone-assist.html
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