How to Make Older Intel Webcam Models Work With Skype

Skype offers a service for communicating over the internet. You can place video calls around the world for free to other Skype users. All you need are an internet connection, a webcam and a microphone to use Skype. An old Intel webcam can work for Skype calls. However, Skype must be setup to recognize the webcam for the service to function.

Instructions

1. Update the latest drivers from Intel so that the webcam possesses compatibility with newer software.

2. Open Skype. In the top menu, click "Tools." Go to "Options." Click "General" and select "Video Settings."

3. Click "Enable Skype Video." Connect the webcam to the computer. You should now see yourself through the webcam's display in the "Video Settings" screen. Place a call with Skype and the webcam now should send video during the call.

References

• Jerry Leventer: Webcam for Skype