Dell Inspiron 15-N5040 Support Question
Dell Inspiron 15-N5040 Support Question
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Question posted by mohitkhatri221010 on March 27th, 2012
Download Webcam Driver
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Answer #1: Posted by DCatDell on May 2nd, 2012 5:48 AM
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Question: Where do I get the drivers for my webcam?
Answer: In Windows 7 the drivers are built in (native) for most computers, for Windows Vista and XP they can be downloaded from the Dell Drivers and Downloads page under the Input section and is listed as, Applies to: Integrated Webcam,
for more information refer to the Troubleshooting Webcam Issues section.
To uninstall the Dell webcam central software, perform the following steps:
- Click Start.
- Click Control Panel.
- Using the drop-down menu next to View by: in the upper-right corner, select Large Icons.
- Click Programs and Features.
- Click Dell Webcam Central.
- Click Uninstall.
- Confirm the uninstall process by clicking OK.
- Once uninstalled restart the computer.
To download the latest version of Webcam Central for your Dell computer, perform the following steps:
Note:
The following steps will only work with Internet Explorer. It will not work in Firefox or Google Chrome browsers. Also the registration process requires a download and scan of your Dell computer and can take up to five minutes to perform.
- Navigate to the Dell Support Website
- Click My Account in the upper right corner and sign in with your Dell My Account in the popup box provided.
- Under the My Software section on the right side of the page, click "Download Factory Installed Software (My Dell Downloads)".
- Click the checkbox that agrees to the Terms and Conditions of the My Dell Downloads website and click Register System at the bottom of the page
- At the My Download Locker page, click the registered system that corresponds with the computer you are downloading Webcam Central to.
- Under the Title section, look for Dell Webcam Central. There may be more than one listing for this software title.
- Select the listing with the latest version number in the Version column. Click the checkbox under the Download column for this software, and at the bottom of the page click Download Now.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
- Once the Dell Webcam software is installed restart the computer.
When these steps do not resolve the issue, a diagnostic test is available for the webcam. refer to the How to Run the Dell PC Diagnostics for Webcam Issues section.
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Related Dell Inspiron 15-N5040 Manual Pages
Owners Manual - Page 1
P18F002; P18F003 Dell Inspiron M5040/15-N5040/ 15-N5050 Owner's Manual
Regulatory model: P18F
Regulatory type: P18F001;
Owners Manual - Page 2
... start button logo are not followed.
Regulatory model: P18F
Regulatory type: P18F001;
Reproduction of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, and Inspiron™ are trademarks of your computer.
P18F002; WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Bluetooth® is strictly forbidden. is a registered...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... 9
Recommended Tools 9 Turning Off Your Computer 9 Before Working Inside Your Computer 10
2 Battery 13
Removing the Battery 13 Replacing the Battery 14
3 Keyboard 15
Removing the Keyboard 15 Replacing the Keyboard 17
4 Memory Module(s 19
Removing the Memory Module(s 19 Replacing the Memory Module(s 20
5 Optical Drive 23
Removing the Optical Drive...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... USB Board 44
12 Thermal Cooling Assembly 45
Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 45 Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 46
13 Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only 47
Removing the Processor Module 47 Replacing the Processor Module 48
14 Hinge Cover 51
Removing the Hinge Cover 51 Replacing the Hinge Cover...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... computer. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard. 3 Turn the computer over and open the display as far as a connector on page 13.
Keyboard
15 CAUTION: The keycaps on your computer). 3
Keyboard
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the keyboard to the palm rest...
Owners Manual - Page 19
...-accessible SODIMM sockets, labeled DIMM A and DIMM B, that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your computer. See "Removing the Battery" on page 15.
See the Specifications at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to the system board...
Owners Manual - Page 23
... the optical drive to the computer base. 5 Using a plastic scribe, push the notch on page 13. 3 Remove the keyboard. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 15. 4 Remove the screw that secures the optical drive to release it from
the optical-drive compartment. 6 Slide the optical drive out of the optical-drive...
Owners Manual - Page 25
... of the computer when it was sold, the Mini-Card slot may or may not have a Mini-Card installed. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 15. 4 Disconnect the antenna cables from sources other than Dell. 6
Wireless Mini-Card
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with...
Owners Manual - Page 28
...7 Replace the battery. 4 Press the other than Dell, you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities.
28
Wireless Mini-Card
See "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 14. The ...-Card to the system board.
5 Connect the appropriate antenna cables to the computer. 8 Install the drivers and utilities for the Mini-Cards supported by your computer, as required. NOTE: If you are installing...
Owners Manual - Page 30
CAUTION: Pull on the plastic tab on top of the connectors to avoid damaging the connectors. 6 Lift the connector latch that secures the power-button board cable and touch-pad cable to the connectors on the palm-rest assembly. See "Removing the Keyboard" on page 15. 5 Remove the two screws on the system board and remove the cables.
30
Palm-Rest Assembly 4 Remove the keyboard.
Owners Manual - Page 37
... when the drive is On or in "Before You Begin" on the new hard drive.
Hard Drive
37 Damage due to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on page 9. 2 Remove the battery. CAUTION: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer). Exercise care when handling the hard drive. See "Removing...
Owners Manual - Page 47
... thermal pads. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13. 3 Follow the instructions from step 3 to servicing that shipped with your computer. Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only)47 Removing the Processor Module
1 Follow the instructions in your computer). See "Removing the Thermal
Cooling Assembly" on your computer. CAUTION: Only a certified service...
Owners Manual - Page 48
Be careful not to illustrate proper installation is shipped.
48
Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only) CAUTION: When removing the processor module, pull the module straight up. NOTE: If you install a new processor, a new thermal-cooling assembly including an affixed ...
Owners Manual - Page 49
..." on page 46. 5 Follow the instructions from step 3 to step 7 in damage to the system board. 4 Replace the thermal cooling assembly. Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only)
49
NOTE: The pin-1 corner of the processor module has a triangle that no stray screws remain inside the computer. See "Replacing the Battery" on...
Owners Manual - Page 50
50
Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only)
Owners Manual - Page 55
... yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on page 13, before working inside the computer. 15
Display
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your computer.
Owners Manual - Page 67
... 3 to step 6 in -1 media card reader. 3 Remove the battery.
CAUTION: Handle components and cards by your computer). See "Removing the Thermal
Cooling Assembly" on page 15. 5 Remove the memory module(s). For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on page 29. 8 Follow the instructions from the 3-in "Removing the...
Owners Manual - Page 70
... ensure that the main battery is installed properly.
2 Turn on the computer. 3 Press during POST to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate to the computer. 15 Turn on page 32.
10 Replace the optical drive. See "Entering the Service Tag in the Set Service
Tag field.
70
System Board Entering the...
Owners Manual - Page 71
... file on the top right of results appear on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. e Click Confirm. 4 A list of the menu. 18
Flashing the BIOS
The...when an update is located on the computer. 2 Go to your desktop. 7 Click Close if the Download Complete window appears. b Select the type of your computer. NOTE: If you have your computer is ...
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