由于网络摄像头出现故障(malfunctioning webcam),没有什么比开会迟到更令人沮丧的了。即使笔记本电脑上的内置摄像头和第三方摄像头在Windows 10中占有一定的位置,它们偶尔也会出现问题。Windows 10中最常见的与相机相关的错误是 0xa00f4244 未连接相机和相机错误代码 0xa00f4271(camera error code 0xa00f4271)错误消息,并附有声明,我们找不到您的相机。我们为您提供了解决这些错误消息的完美指南。所以,继续阅读!
如何在 Windows 10 上修复 0xa00f4244 未连接相机错误(How to Fix 0xa00f4244 No Cameras Are Attached Error on Windows 10)
与以前的时代相比,今天的时代都是关于通过屏幕、相机和技术进行连接的。屏幕用于呼叫机构和专业聚会。组织和机构通过在线会议相互交流。但是,如果麦克风或摄像头(mic or camera)出现任何错误,那可能会令人担忧。因此,在本文中,我们展示了修复 0xa00f4244 未连接摄像头的所有可能方法,以及如果您在Windows 10上使用摄像头时遇到的(Windows 10)摄像头错误代码 0xa00f4271(camera error code 0xa00f4271) 错误消息(error message)。
如何验证网络摄像头兼容性(How to Verify Webcam Compatibility)
您可以按照下面列出的步骤验证网络摄像头的兼容性。(webcam compatibility)
1. 点击Windows 键(Windows key),输入设备管理器(device manager),然后点击打开(Open)。
2. 展开相机(Cameras )选项。
3. 右键单击网络摄像头设备并选择(webcam device and select) 属性。(Properties.)
4. 切换到驱动程序(Driver)选项卡。单击驱动程序详细信息。(Driver Details.)
5.在文件列表中查找(file list)stream.sys。如果您找到它,则表明您的相机与(camera isn)Windows 10不兼容,您需要购买一个新相机。否则,你都准备好了。
以下是在Windows 10(Windows 10)上修复上述错误消息的所有可能方法。
方法一:基本硬件故障排除(Method 1: Basic Hardware Troubleshooting)
按照给定的基本硬件故障排除步骤来修复错误。
- 如果您遇到诸如相机错误代码 0xa00f4271 之(camera error code 0xa00f4271)类的错误,我们找不到您的相机,这表明Windows在识别您的网络摄像头时遇到问题,请确保您按下电源按钮或翻转将其重新打开的开关( press the Power button or flip the switch that turns it back On)。
- 即使摄像头集成在显示器中,在某些情况下,您可能需要使用特定的网络摄像头连接将显示器连接到(webcam connection)计算机单元。(computer unit)在相机外壳中寻找电缆并将其插入(Look for a cable in the camera casing and plug it in)。
- (Detach)如果已连接电缆,请断开并重新连接。如果原来的USB 端口(USB port)不工作,您可以尝试使用不同的 USB 端口( try using a different USB port)。
方法 2:删除不需要的后台进程(Method 2: Remove Unwanted Background Processes)
按照以下步骤删除不需要的后台进程(background process)以减少高内存使用(memory usage)。
1. 启动 任务管理器(Task Manager),同时按下 Ctrl + Shift + Esc 键(keys) 。
2. 使用高内存定位并选择不需要的(unwanted) 后台(background) 进程。(processes)
3. 然后,点击 结束任务(End task),如图所示。
另请阅读:(Also Read:) 修复 DISM 主机服务进程 CPU 使用率过高(Fix DISM Host Servicing Process High CPU Usage)
方法 3:运行硬件和设备疑难解答(Method 3: Run Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter)
Windows 附带一个内置的疑难解答程序,可以帮助您解决常见的硬件问题。如果您的网络摄像头有问题,值得一试,并且它与各种应用程序兼容。
1. 同时按 Windows + R 键(keys) 启动 运行(Run) 对话框。
2. 键入 msdt.exe -id DeviceDiagnostic 并单击 OK,如图所示。
3. 在这里单击 高级(Advanced) 选项,如下所示。
4. 选中标记为 自动应用修复(Apply repairs automatically)的框 ,然后单击 下一步(Next)。
5.完成该过程后, 重新启动PC(restart your PC)
(Check)通过启动相机应用程序(Camera)检查其他问题。
方法 4:运行 Windows 应用商店应用程序疑难解答(Method 4: Run Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter)
由于Windows 相机(Windows Camera)是Microsoft Store 软件(Microsoft Store software),因此您也应该对其进行故障排除,尤其是当您在运行其他Store 应用程序(Store apps)时遇到困难时。
1. 同时按 Windows + I keys 启动 设置(Settings)。
2. 单击 更新和安全(Update & Security) 磁贴,如图所示。
3.从左侧窗格转到 疑难解答 菜单。(Troubleshoot )
4. 选择 Windows 应用商店应用程序(Windows Store Apps) 并单击 运行疑难解答(Run the troubleshooter) 按钮,如下所示。
5.等待(Wait)几分钟,因为疑难解答程序将开始检测问题(Detecting problems)。
6. 按照屏幕上的说明(on-screen instructions) 解决问题。该过程完成后, 重新启动(restart) 您的 PC(your PC)。
另请阅读:(Also Read:)如何修复在Google Meet中(Google Meet)找不到摄像头(Fix No Camera Found)
方法五:开启相机应用权限(Method 5: Enable Camera App Permissions)
在之前的文章中,我们讨论了在操作系统隐私(operating system privacy)设置中仔细检查相机权限的重要性。仔细检查相机应用程序(Camera app)权限以确保一切正常运行也很重要。以下是您的操作方法:
1.在 Windows 搜索栏中搜索相机。(Camera)点击应用设置(App Settings)。
2. 在应用权限(App permissions)部分下,打开相机(On)、(Camera)麦克风、(Microphone)视频和(Videos)后台应用(Background apps)的开关以启用相应的权限。
方法 6:允许相机访问其他应用程序(Method 6: Allow Camera Access to Other Apps)
(Webcam access)您的设备和应用程序(device and apps)需要网络摄像头访问权限。例如, Microsoft Teams(Microsoft Teams)无法在未经您授权的情况下使用网络摄像头。这反过来可能会导致Microsoft Teams 视频通话(video call)无法正常工作。这反过来可能会导致Microsoft Teams视频通话无法正常工作。否则(.. Otherwise),错误消息(error message)将出现在您的屏幕上。对于刚刚安装重要的Windows 更新(Windows update)或重新安装操作系统(operating system)的人来说尤其如此。
1. 同时按下Windows + I keys打开 设置(Settings)。
2. 单击隐私(Privacy)设置。
3.在左侧面板的应用权限(App permissions)下选择相机。(Camera)
4. 确保通过单击更改(Change)按钮启用此设备的相机访问权限。(Camera access)
5.打开(On)开关以允许应用访问您的相机。(Allow apps to access your camera.)
6. 在 选择哪些 Microsoft Store 应用程序可以访问您的相机(Choose which Microsoft Store apps can access your camera)下,打开相机(On)开关(Camera)。
7. 还打开切换(On)开关以允许桌面应用程序访问您的相机(Allow desktop apps to access your camera)。
另请阅读: (Also Read: )修复 Windows 10 中的 I/O 设备错误
方法 7:更新或回滚相机驱动程序(Method 7: Update or Rollback Camera Driver)
如错误通知(error notice)中所述,您应该验证您的相机驱动程序(camera driver)以确认一切正常。因此,请按照以下步骤更新或回滚摄像头驱动程序(camera driver)以修复 0xa00f4244 或 0xC00D36D5 未连接摄像头错误。
选项 1:更新相机驱动程序(Option 1: Update Camera Driver)
1. 点击 Windows 键(Windows key),输入 设备管理器(device manager),然后点击 打开(Open)。
2. 双击 相机(Cameras) 将其展开。
3. 右键单击您的 相机驱动程序( camera driver) (例如 HP TrueVision HD)并选择 更新驱动程序(Update driver) 选项。
4. 单击 自动搜索驱动程序(Search automatically for drivers) 选项以自动安装驱动程序更新。
5A。现在,驱动程序将更新到 最新版本( latest version),如果它们没有更新。重新启动计算机并再次检查。
5B。如果它们已经处于更新阶段,屏幕将显示以下消息: 已安装适合您设备的最佳驱动程序(The best drivers for your device are already installed)。单击 关闭(Close) 以退出窗口。
选项 2:回滚驱动程序更新(Option 2: Roll Back Driver Updates)
1.导航到 设备管理器(Device Manager) 并像之前一样展开 相机(Cameras) 。
2. 右键单击您的 相机驱动程序(camera driver) (例如 HP TrueVision HD)并选择 属性(Properties)。
3. 切换到 驱动程序选项卡(Driver tab) 并单击 回滚驱动程序(Roll Back Driver) 按钮。
注意(Note):如果“回滚驱动程序(Roll Back Driver)”选项显示为灰色,则表示您的计算机没有预安装的驱动程序文件或从未更新过。在这种情况下,请尝试本文中讨论的替代方法。
4. 选择 为什么要回滚的原因?(Why are you rolling back?) 在 驱动程序包回滚(Driver Package rollback) 窗口中,然后单击 是(Yes) 按钮继续。
5. 最后 重启电脑(restart your PC) ,使回滚生效。
方法8:重新安装相机驱动程序(Method 8: Reinstall Camera Driver)
以下是重新安装摄像头驱动程序(camera driver)以修复 0xa00f4244 未连接摄像头错误的步骤。
1.从 Windows 搜索菜单启动设备管理器。(Device Manager)
2.双击展开相机选项。(Cameras )
3. 右键单击网络摄像头设备并选择(webcam device and select) 卸载设备。(Uninstall Device.)
4.取消选中 删除此设备的驱动程序软件( Delete the driver software for this device)选项,然后单击卸载(Uninstall)按钮。
5. 然后,重新启动您的电脑(restart your PC)。
6. 打开设备管理器( Device Manager)并右键单击相机(Camera)设备并选择扫描硬件更改(Scan for hardware changes)。
Windows将自动安装网络摄像头驱动程序。
另请阅读:(Also Read:)什么是设备驱动程序(Device Driver)?它是如何工作的?
方法 9:执行注册表调整(Method 9: Perform Registry Tweak)
按照以下步骤执行注册表调整(registry tweak)以修复 0xa00f4244 未连接相机错误。
1. 同时按下Windows + R keys打开运行(Run)对话框。
2.输入 regedit(regedit )并点击OK。
3.在用户帐户控制(User Account Control)提示中单击是。(Yes)
注意:通过单击(Note:) File,然后单击Export来(Export)备份(Take Backup)您的注册表。如果出现问题,您可以轻松恢复它。此外,以防万一,您可以构建一个还原点(Restore Point)。
4. 通过单击注册表编辑器(Registry Editor )窗口的顶部窗格粘贴以下路径:(path)
Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\WOW6432Node\Microsoft\Windows Media Foundation\Platform
5. 右键单击右窗格中的空白区域。(empty space)
6A。如果您的系统中有 32 位处理器,请从列表中选择新建(New),然后选择DWORD(32 位)(DWORD (32-bit))。
6B。如果您的系统中有 64 位处理器,请从列表中选择New,然后选择QWORD (64-BIT)。
7. 将此值重命名为EnableFrameServerMode。
8. 右键单击新生成的EnableFrameServerMode值并选择Modify...选项。
9. 将数值数据(Value data)更改为0。
10. 单击确定(OK)保存更改并重新启动您的 PC(restart your PC)。
方法 10:修复损坏的文件(Method 10: Repair Corrupt Files)
您的操作系统(operating system)可能包含直接连接到已损坏或丢失的Windows 相机软件的文件。(Windows Camera software)但是,由于SFC(系统文件检查器(System File Checker))和DISM,您可以解决 0xa00f4244 no camera are attach 问题,而无需第三方应用程序(部署映像服务和管理(Deployment Image Servicing and Management))。
1. 按 Windows 键(Windows key),键入 命令提示符(Command Prompt) 并单击 以管理员身份运行(Run as administrator)。
2.在 用户帐户控制(User Account Control) 提示中单击 是。(Yes)
3. 键入 chkdsk C: /f /r /x 命令并按 Enter 键(Enter key)。
4. 如果系统提示您, Chkdsk cannot run...the volume is... in use process,然后,键入 Y 并按 Enter 键(Enter key)。
5. 再次键入命令: sfc /scannow 并按 Enter 键(Enter key) 运行 系统文件检查器(System File Checker) 扫描。
注意:(Note:) 系统扫描将启动,需要几分钟才能完成。同时,您可以继续执行其他活动,但请注意不要意外关闭窗口。
完成扫描后,它将显示以下任一消息:
- Windows 资源保护未发现任何完整性违规。(Windows Resource Protection did not find any integrity violations.)
- Windows 资源保护无法执行请求的操作。(Windows Resource Protection could not perform the requested operation.)
- Windows 资源保护发现损坏的文件并成功修复它们。(Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files and successfully repaired them.)
- Windows 资源保护发现损坏的文件,但无法修复其中一些。(Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of them.)
6. 扫描完成后, 重新启动(restart) 您的 PC(your PC)。
7. 再次 以管理员身份启动命令提示符(Command Prompt as administrator) 并依次执行给定的命令:
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /scanhealth
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /startcomponentcleanup
注意:(Note:) 您必须具有有效的Internet 连接(internet connection)才能正确执行DISM命令。
另请阅读:(Also Read:)如何修复 Omegle 相机(Fix Omegle Camera)无法正常工作
方法 11:修复 Microsoft Store(Method 11: Repair Microsoft Store)
此解决方案将恢复Microsoft Store及其所有组件,并允许您的相机被识别。
1. 打开命令提示符(Command Prompt),如方法 16(Method 16)所示。
2. 依次键入以下每个命令(commands)后按Enter 键(Enter key):
net stop bits
net stop wuauserv
net stop appidsvc
net stop cryptsvc
Del "%ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Application Data\Microsoft\Network\Downloader\*.*"
rmdir %systemroot%\SoftwareDistribution /S /Q
rmdir %systemroot%\system32\catroot2 /S /Q
regsvr32.exe /s atl.dll
regsvr32.exe /s urlmon.dll
regsvr32.exe /s mshtml.dll
netsh winsock reset
netsh winsock reset proxy
net start bits
net start wuauserv
net start appidsvc
net start cryptsvc
方法 12:运行恶意软件扫描(Method 12: Run Malware Scan)
您的计算机可能在您不知情的情况下感染了恶意软件。因此,恶意代理可能已阻止连接到相机应用程序(Camera app)的关键系统功能和服务,这解释了为什么 0xa00f4244未连接相机(No Cameras)问题(Attached problem)消息仍然存在。但是,您可以通过运行病毒扫描并删除任何感染来恢复计算机设置。如果您没有安装第三方防病毒程序(antivirus program),则可以使用Windows Defender。
1. 同时按Windows + I keys 启动 设置(Settings)。
2. 在这里,单击 更新和安全(Update & Security) 设置,如图所示。
3. 转到 左侧窗格中的Windows 安全性。(Windows Security)
4. 单击右窗格中的 病毒和威胁防护(Virus & threat protection) 选项。
5. 单击 快速扫描(Quick Scan) 按钮搜索恶意软件。
6A。扫描完成后,将显示所有威胁。单击(Click)当前威胁(Current threats)下 的 开始操作 (Start Actions )。
6B。如果您的设备中没有威胁,设备将显示 无当前威胁 (No current threats )警报。
另请阅读:(Also Read:) 修复在(Fix Laptop Camera)Windows 10上未检测到笔记本电脑摄像头
方法 13:卸载损坏的应用程序(Method 13: Uninstall Corrupt Apps)
如果您最近安装了一些第三方软件,它可能无法在Windows 10上正常运行,从而导致各种复杂情况。它们甚至会导致相机应用程序(Camera app)崩溃,出现 0xa00f4244 未连接相机或相机错误代码 0xa00f4271(error code 0xa00f4271)错误消息。但是,通过删除冲突的应用程序(conflicting apps),您可以解决问题。
1. 按 Windows 键(Windows key),键入 应用程序和功能(apps and features),然后单击 打开(Open)。
2. 点击有 冲突的应用程序(conflicting app) (例如 Roblox Player)并选择 卸载 (Uninstall )选项,如下图所示。
3. 再次单击 卸载(Uninstall) 以确认如上所示。
4. 按照 屏幕上的说明(on-screen instructions) 完成卸载过程(uninstallation process)。
5.重新启动您的 PC(Restart your PC)并再次尝试使用相机(Camera)应用程序。
方法 14:更新 Windows(Method 14: Update Windows)
按照给定的步骤运行Windows 更新(Windows update)以修复 0xa00f4244 未连接相机或相机错误代码 0xa00f4271(error code 0xa00f4271)错误。
1. 同时按 Windows + I keys 启动 设置(Settings)。
2. 单击 更新和安全(Update & Security) 磁贴,如图所示。
3. 在 Windows 更新 (Windows Update )选项卡中,单击 检查更新(Check for updates) 按钮。
4A。如果有新更新可用,请单击 立即安装(Install Now) 并按照说明进行更新。
4B。否则,如果Windows是最新的,那么它将显示 您是最新的(You’re up to date) 消息。
5. 完成后,打开相机应用程序(Camera app)并查找任何问题。
另请阅读:(Also Read:)如何在 Omegle 上启用相机
方法 15:卸载最近的系统更新(Method 15: Uninstall Recent System Updates)
最近推出的系统更新(system update)可能不完全兼容Windows 10,从而导致Microsoft Store 应用(Microsoft Store apps)出现问题。说起来可能很棘手,但是如果您在完成系统更新(system update)后立即开始收到 0xa00f4244 no camera are attach 或 camera error code 0xa00f4271错误代码,这很有意义。要对此进行测试,您可以按照给定的步骤卸载最新的 Windows 更新。
1. 按 Windows 键(Windows key),键入 控制面板(Control Panel),然后单击 打开(Open)。
2. 选择 View by > Large icons,选择 程序和功能(Programs and Features)设置。
3. 在左侧面板中选择查看已安装的更新。(View installed updates)
4. 要对更新进行排序,请单击Installed On列。
5. 双击列表第一次更新(first update)。单击“是”(Yes)确认将其删除。
6.重新启动(Restart)计算机并启动相机(Camera)应用程序。
方法 16:重置相机应用程序(Method 16: Reset Camera App)
如果有问题导致 0xa00f4244 未连接相机或相机错误代码 0xa00f4271错误代码,您可以从(error code 0xa00f4271)Microsoft Store快速重置相机应用(Camera app)设置。但是请记住,所有应用程序数据都将被擦除。这是你必须做的:
1. 点击 开始(Start),输入 相机(camera),点击 应用设置(App settings)。
2. 向下滚动 设置(Settings) 窗口,然后单击 重置部分下的(Reset section)重置(Reset) 按钮 。
3. 再次单击重置(Reset) 按钮确认提示 。
4. 重置需要时间。完成后, Reset(Reset) 选项 附近会出现 一个 勾号。(tick mark)关闭 窗口(window) 并重试。
方法 17:重置为默认 BIOS 设置(Method 17: Reset to Default BIOS Settings)
一些客户报告说,将BIOS设置恢复为默认设置修复了 0xa00f4244 No Cameras are Attached 问题(Attached problem)消息。这是一个简单的过程,只需点击几下。这是你必须做的:
1. 进入BIOS 模式(BIOS mode),重新启动计算机并立即按下屏幕上显示的键。
2.进入 BIOS菜单(BIOS menu)后,进入 Advanced BIOS Features,如图。
3.找到(Locate)并启用重置配置数据(resets configuration data)的选项。
4. 退出到Windows并保存当前的BIOS 设置(BIOS setup)。
5.最后,打开相机(Camera)应用程序并检查问题是否仍然存在。
另请阅读:(Also Read:) 修复网络摄像头在(Fix Webcam)Windows 10中不起作用
方法 18:重新安装相机应用程序(Method 18: Reinstall Camera App)
0xa00f4244 没有连接相机错误或相机错误代码(error or camera error code)0xa00f4271 问题有时很难通过重置选项(reset option)解决。因此,请按照下面列出的步骤重新安装相机应用程序(camera app)。
1.在 Windows 搜索栏中搜索相机。(Camera)点击应用设置(App Settings)。
2. 单击终止(Terminate)。
3. 右键单击开始按钮(Start button)。单击应用程序和功能。(Apps and Features.)
4. 找到并选择相机(Camera)应用程序。
5. 点击卸载(Uninstall)。
6.确认卸载(Uninstall)应用程序并重新启动您的PC(reboot your PC)。
7.从 Windows 搜索栏中启动Microsoft Store 。
8. 按右上角的搜索按钮并输入(Search button and typing) Windows Camera来选择此程序。
9. 之后,单击获取(Get),然后单击安装(Install)。
如果相机应用程序的(Camera app)卸载按钮(Uninstall button)在应用程序和功能(Apps and Features)下显示为灰色,您可以使用PowerShell强制程序卸载。
专业提示:从 PowerShell 重新安装相机应用程序(Pro Tip: Reinstall Camera App from PowerShell)
或者,您可以按照给定的步骤从Windows PowerShell安装(Windows PowerShell)相机应用程序(camera app)
1. 按Windows 键(Windows key),键入powershell,然后单击以管理员身份运行(Run as administrator)。
2. 键入以下命令(command)并按Enter 键(Enter key)。
Get-AppxPackage -allusers | Select Name, PackageFullName
3. 确定Name和PackageFullName列并向下滚动。
4. 复制Microsoft.WindowsCamera的PackageFullName。
5. 现在,输入以下命令(command)并按Enter 键(Enter key)。
Remove-AppxPackage PackageFullName
注意:(Note:)将PackageFullName替换为您复制的名称。
6. 接下来键入给定的命令(command)并按Enter 键(Enter key)安装相机应用程序。
Add-AppxPackage -register “C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\PackageFullName\appxmanifest.xml” -DisableDevelopmentMode
注意:(Note:)同样,将PackageFullName替换为您复制的名称。
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How to Fix 0xa00f4244 No Cameras Are Attached Error on Windows 10
In contrast to prior ages, today’s era is all about connecting through screens, cameras, and technology. Screens are used to call institutional and professional gatherings. Organizations and institutions communicate with each other through online meetings. But if there is any error in the mic or camera then, it may be worrisome. So in this article, we have shown all the possible methods to fix 0xa00f4244 no cameras are attached, and camera error code 0xa00f4271 error message if you are getting while using the Camera on Windows 10.
How to Verify Webcam Compatibility
You can verify the webcam compatibility by following the steps listed below.
1. Hit the Windows key, type device manager, and click on Open.
2. Expand the Cameras option.
3. Right-click the webcam device and select Properties.
4. Switch to the Driver tab. Click Driver Details.
5. Look for stream.sys in the file list. If you find it, it signifies your camera isn’t compatible with Windows 10, and you’ll need to get a new one. Otherwise, you’re all set.
Below are all the possible methods to fix the said error message on Windows 10.
Method 1: Basic Hardware Troubleshooting
Follow the given basic hardware troubleshooting steps to fix the error.
- If you face errors like camera error code 0xa00f4271, we can’t find your camera, it indicates that Windows is having problems recognizing your webcam, be sure you press the Power button or flip the switch that turns it back On.
- Even though the camera is incorporated into the display, you may need to connect your monitor to the computer unit using a specific webcam connection in some circumstances. Look for a cable in the camera casing and plug it in.
- Detach and reconnect the cable if it was already attached. If the original USB port isn’t working, you might try using a different USB port.
Method 2: Remove Unwanted Background Processes
Follow these steps to remove unwanted background process to reduce high memory usage.
1. Launch Task Manager, press the Ctrl + Shift + Esc keys at the same time.
2. Locate and select the unwanted background processes using high Memory.
3. Then, click End task, as shown highlighted.
Also Read: Fix DISM Host Servicing Process High CPU Usage
Method 3: Run Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter
Windows comes with a built-in troubleshooter that may help you fix common hardware problems. It’s worth a chance if you’re having issues with your webcam, and it’s compatible with a variety of apps.
1. Press Windows + R keys simultaneously to launch the Run dialog box.
2. Type msdt.exe -id DeviceDiagnostic and click on OK, as shown.
3. Here click on the Advanced option, as highlighted below.
4. Check the box marked Apply repairs automatically and click on Next.
5. Once the process is completed, restart your PC
Check for other issues by launching the Camera app.
Method 4: Run Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter
Because Windows Camera is a Microsoft Store software, you should troubleshoot it as well, especially if you’re having difficulties running other Store apps.
1. Press Windows + I keys simultaneously to launch Settings.
2. Click on the Update & Security tile, as shown.
3. Go to Troubleshoot menu from the left pane.
4. Select Windows Store Apps and click on the Run the troubleshooter button as highlighted below.
5. Wait for a few minutes as the troubleshooter will start Detecting problems.
6. Follow on-screen instructions to fix the issue. Once the process is complete, restart your PC.
Also Read: How To Fix No Camera Found In Google Meet
Method 5: Enable Camera App Permissions
In a prior article, we discussed how critical it is to double-check camera permissions in your operating system privacy settings. It’s also crucial to double-check the Camera app permissions to ensure that everything is in functioning order. Here’s how you can do it:
1. Search for Camera in Windows search bar. Click on App Settings.
2. Under the App permissions section, switch On the toggle for Camera, Microphone, Videos, and Background apps to enable the respective permissions.
Method 6: Allow Camera Access to Other Apps
Webcam access is required by your device and apps. Microsoft Teams, for example, cannot use a webcam without your authorization. which in turn might cause Microsoft Teams video call not working issue.. which in turn might cause Microsoft Teams video call not working issue.. Otherwise, the error message will appear on your screen. It’s especially true for people who’ve just installed a significant Windows update or reinstalled the operating system.
1. Press Windows + I keys together to open Settings.
2. Click on the Privacy setting.
3. Select Camera under App permissions in the left panel.
4. Make sure that Camera access for this device is enabled by clicking on Change button.
5. Switch On the toggle to Allow apps to access your camera.
6. Under Choose which Microsoft Store apps can access your camera, switch On the Camera toggle.
7. Also switch On the toggle to Allow desktop apps to access your camera.
Also Read: Fix I/O Device Error in Windows 10
Method 7: Update or Rollback Camera Driver
You should verify your camera drivers to confirm that everything is in working order, as stated in the error notice. So, follow these steps to update or roll back camera driver to fix 0xa00f4244 or 0xC00D36D5 no cameras are attached error.
Option 1: Update Camera Driver
1. Hit Windows key, type device manager, and click on Open.
2. Double-click on Cameras to expand it.
3. Right-click on your camera driver (e.g. HP TrueVision HD) and select the Update driver option.
4. Click on Search automatically for drivers option to install the driver updates automatically.
5A. Now, the drivers will update to the latest version, if they are not updated. Restart the computer and check again.
5B. If they are already in an updated stage, the screen displays the following message: The best drivers for your device are already installed. Click on Close to exit the window.
Option 2: Roll Back Driver Updates
1. Navigate to Device Manager and expand Cameras as earlier.
2. Right-click on your camera driver (e.g. HP TrueVision HD) and select Properties.
3. Switch to the Driver tab and click the Roll Back Driver button.
Note: If the option to Roll Back Driver is greyed out, it indicates that your computer does not have the pre-installed driver files or it had never been updated. In this case, try alternative methods discussed in this article.
4. Select a reason to Why are you rolling back? in Driver Package rollback window and click on the Yes button to continue.
5. Finally, restart your PC to make the rollback effective.
Method 8: Reinstall Camera Driver
Here are the steps to reinstall camera driver to fix 0xa00f4244 no cameras are attached error.
1. Launch Device Manager from the Windows search menu.
2. Expand the Cameras option by double-clicking on it.
3. Right-click the webcam device and select Uninstall Device.
4. Uncheck Delete the driver software for this device option and click on Uninstall button.
5. Then, restart your PC.
6. Open Device Manager and right-click on Camera device and select Scan for hardware changes.
The webcam drivers will be automatically installed by Windows.
Also Read: What is a Device Driver? How Does It Work?
Method 9: Perform Registry Tweak
Follow these steps to perform registry tweak to fix 0xa00f4244 no cameras are attached error.
1. Hit Windows + R keys together to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type regedit and click on OK.
3. Click on Yes in the User Account Control prompt.
Note: Take Backup of your registry by clicking File, then Export. You can easily restore it if something goes wrong. In addition, just in case, you may construct a Restore Point.
4. Paste the following path by clicking in the top pane of the Registry Editor window:
Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\WOW6432Node\Microsoft\Windows Media Foundation\Platform
5. Right-click on the empty space in the right pane.
6A. If you have a 32-bit processor in your system, choose New and then DWORD (32-bit) from the list.
6B. If you have a 64-bit processor in your system, choose New and then QWORD (64-BIT) from the list.
7. Rename this value as EnableFrameServerMode.
8. Right-click the newly generated EnableFrameServerMode value and select the Modify… option.
9. Change the Value data to 0.
10. Click on OK to save changes and restart your PC.
Method 10: Repair Corrupt Files
Your operating system may include files that are directly connected to the Windows Camera software that is damaged or missing. However, due to SFC (System File Checker) and DISM, you may resolve 0xa00f4244 no cameras are attached issue without the need for third-party applications (Deployment Image Servicing and Management).
1. Hit the Windows key, type Command Prompt and click on Run as administrator.
2. Click on Yes in the User Account Control prompt.
3. Type chkdsk C: /f /r /x command and hit Enter key.
4. If you are prompted with a message, Chkdsk cannot run…the volume is… in use process, then, type Y and hit the Enter key.
5. Again, type the command: sfc /scannow and press Enter key to run the System File Checker scan.
Note: A system scan will be initiated and it will take a couple of minutes to finish. Meanwhile, you can continue performing other activities but be mindful of not accidentally closing the window.
After completing the scan, it will show either of these messages:
- Windows Resource Protection did not find any integrity violations.
- Windows Resource Protection could not perform the requested operation.
- Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files and successfully repaired them.
- Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of them.
6. Once the scan is finished, restart your PC.
7. Again, launch Command Prompt as administrator and execute the given commands one after the other:
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /scanhealth
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
dism.exe /Online /cleanup-image /startcomponentcleanup
Note: You must have a working internet connection to execute DISM commands properly.
Also Read: How to Fix Omegle Camera Not Working
Method 11: Repair Microsoft Store
This solution will restore Microsoft Store and all its components, as well as allow your camera to be recognized.
1. Open Command Prompt as shown in Method 16.
2. Press Enter key after typing each of the following commands on by one:
net stop bits
net stop wuauserv
net stop appidsvc
net stop cryptsvc
Del "%ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Application Data\Microsoft\Network\Downloader\*.*"
rmdir %systemroot%\SoftwareDistribution /S /Q
rmdir %systemroot%\system32\catroot2 /S /Q
regsvr32.exe /s atl.dll
regsvr32.exe /s urlmon.dll
regsvr32.exe /s mshtml.dll
netsh winsock reset
netsh winsock reset proxy
net start bits
net start wuauserv
net start appidsvc
net start cryptsvc
Method 12: Run Malware Scan
Your computer may have been infected with malware without your knowledge. As a result, the malicious agent may have blocked crucial system functions and services connected to the Camera app, which explains why the 0xa00f4244 No Cameras are Attached problem message persists. However, you may restore computer settings by running a virus scan and removing any infestations. You can use Windows Defender if you don’t have a third-party antivirus program installed.
1. Hit Windows + I keys simultaneously to launch Settings.
2. Here, click on Update & Security settings as shown.
3. Go to Windows Security in the left pane.
4. Click on the Virus & threat protection option in the right pane.
5. Click on the Quick Scan button to search for malware.
6A. Once the scan is done, all the threats will be displayed. Click on Start Actions under Current threats.
6B. If there is no threat in your device, the device will show the No current threats alert.
Also Read: Fix Laptop Camera Not Detected on Windows 10
Method 13: Uninstall Corrupt Apps
If you’ve recently installed some third-party software, it might not work properly with Windows 10, resulting in a variety of complications. They can even cause the Camera app to crash with 0xa00f4244 no cameras are attached or camera error code 0xa00f4271 error messages. However, by deleting the conflicting apps, you can resolve the issue.
1. Hit the Windows key, type apps and features, and click on Open.
2. Click on the conflicting app (e.g. Roblox Player) and select Uninstall option, as depicted below.
3. Click on Uninstall again to confirm the same as shown above.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the uninstallation process.
5. Restart your PC and try using the Camera application again.
Method 14: Update Windows
Follow the given steps to run Windows update to fix 0xa00f4244 no cameras are attached or camera error code 0xa00f4271 errors.
1. Press Windows + I keys simultaneously to launch Settings.
2. Click on the Update & Security tile, as shown.
3. In the Windows Update tab, click on Check for updates button.
4A. If a new update is available, then click Install Now and follow the instructions to update.
4B. Otherwise, if the Windows is up-to-date, then it will show You’re up to date message.
5. When it’s finished, open the Camera app and look for any issues.
Also Read: How to Enable Camera on Omegle
Method 15: Uninstall Recent System Updates
A system update that rolled out lately might not be fully compliant with Windows 10, resulting in problems with Microsoft Store apps. It can be tricky to tell, but it makes sense if you started receiving 0xa00f4244 no cameras are attached or camera error code 0xa00f4271 error codes right after finishing a system update. To test this, you can uninstall the most recent Windows update by the given steps.
1. Hit the Windows key, type Control Panel, and click on Open.
2. Select View by > Large icons, Select Programs and Features setting.
3. Select View installed updates on the left panel.
4. To sort the updates, click the Installed On column.
5. Double-click the list first update. Click Yes to confirm its removal.
6. Restart your computer and launch the Camera app.
Method 16: Reset Camera App
You may quickly reset the Camera app settings from Microsoft Store if there’s something wrong with it that’s causing 0xa00f4244 no cameras are attached or camera error code 0xa00f4271 error codes. Keep in mind, however, that all app data will be wiped. This is what you must do:
1. Click on Start, type camera, and click on App settings.
2. Scroll down the Settings window and click the Reset button under the Reset section.
3. Confirm the prompt by clicking the Reset button again.
4. Resetting will take time. A tick mark appears near the Reset option after the completion. Close the window and try again.
Method 17: Reset to Default BIOS Settings
Several customers reported that restoring BIOS settings to default fixed the 0xa00f4244 No Cameras are Attached problem message. It’s a simple procedure that just involves a few clicks. This is what you must do:
1. To enter BIOS mode, restart your computer and immediately hit the key displayed on the screen.
2. After you enter the BIOS menu, enter Advanced BIOS Features, as shown.
3. Locate and enable the option that resets configuration data.
4. Exit to Windows and save the current BIOS setup.
5. Finally, open Camera app and check if issue persists or not.
Also Read: Fix Webcam not working in Windows 10
Method 18: Reinstall Camera App
0xa00f4244 no cameras are attached error or camera error code 0xa00f4271 problem is sometimes difficult to resolve with the reset option. So, follow the steps listed below to reinstall camera app.
1. Search for Camera in Windows search bar. Click on App Settings.
2. Click on Terminate.
3. Right-click the Start button. Click on Apps and Features.
4. Find and select Camera app.
5. Click on Uninstall.
6. Confirm to Uninstall the app and reboot your PC.
7. Launch Microsoft Store from the Windows search bar.
8. Select this program by pressing the top-right Search button and typing Windows Camera.
9. After that, click on Get and then click on Install.
If the Uninstall button for the Camera app is greyed out under Apps and Features, you may use PowerShell to force the program to uninstall.
Pro Tip: Reinstall Camera App from PowerShell
Alternatively, you can install the camera app from Windows PowerShell from the given steps
1. Hit the Windows key, type powershell, and click on Run as administrator.
2. Type the following command and press Enter key.
Get-AppxPackage -allusers | Select Name, PackageFullName
3. Identify the Name and PackageFullName column and scroll down.
4. Copy the PackageFullName for Microsoft.WindowsCamera.
5. Now, type the following command and hit the Enter key.
Remove-AppxPackage PackageFullName
Note: Replace the PackageFullName with the name that you copied.
6. Next type the given command and press the Enter key to install the Camera app.
Add-AppxPackage -register “C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\PackageFullName\appxmanifest.xml” -DisableDevelopmentMode
Note: Again, replace the PackageFullName with the name that you copied.
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