How to Upload Pictures to a Computer From a Camera With Windows 2000

With older operating systems such as Microsoft Windows 2000, you will need to check the compatibility with more modern computer peripherals such as digital cameras. The first thing you will need to do is make sure drivers exist for Windows 2000 and your digital camera. Once you have made a connection, the transfer process is much the same as with newer operating systems. You access the virtual drive via "My Computer."

Instructions

1. Search your preferred Internet browser for drivers in the following format, "camera make model windows 2000 drivers." Download the drivers, if they are listed, to your computer and double-click the set up file to install them. Drivers are typically stored on a manufacturer's website, but older camera drivers may be found on third party sites.

2. Connect your camera via USB or serial cable, depending on the connection type, once the drivers have been installed.

3. Switch your camera on and browse through the menu to see if it has a "Computer" option. This will link it to your computer.

4. Double-click "My Computer" on your desktop, then double-click the camera when it has appeared. You can now copy the photos from your camera to your computer.

Tips & Warnings

• If you cannot find a driver for your camera to connect to your Windows 2000 operating system, purchase an external SD memory card reader to connect to the USB port on your computer. When you purchase a card reader compatible with Windows 2000, it should come with the necessary drivers on an install disc. Attach the reader, insert your camera's memory card, and open the external device (memory card reader) when it appears on your computer. Copy the photo's from here.