Apps like Skype, Zoom, or browser access may fail if another app holds the camera.
The HP OEM webcam found in the WB918LA is a standard HP TrueVision HD Camera. It is perfectly adequate for video calls, online classes, and casual streaming, but it struggles in low light and is not suitable for high-end content creation.
Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ (3/5) – Decent for basic use, not for quality seekers.
Pros:
Cons:
Best for:
Basic work-from-home meetings, guest logins, or as a spare/backup webcam.
Not for:
Streaming, content creation, high-quality recording, or low-light environments.
Verdict:
If you need a no-frills webcam for standard video calls and already own an HP system, this works. But for the same price, many 1080p third-party webcams (Logitech, Anker, etc.) offer much better image quality and features. Only buy if you’re replacing an identical HP OEM part or getting it very cheap.
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The product number WB918LA#ABM identifies your device as the Compaq Presario CQ1-1007LA All-in-One Desktop PC .
Most HP and Compaq webcams from this era (built for Windows 7) use generic Windows UVC drivers and do not require a separate standalone camera driver. If your camera isn't working, try these steps: 1. Download Official Drivers Visit the Official HP Driver Download page and enter your product number ( ).
Note: If you are using Windows 10 or 11, HP likely does not offer a specific camera driver. The system should automatically install the "USB Video Device" driver. 2. Reinstall via Device Manager If the camera is not detected: Right-click the Start button and select Device Manager. Look for Imaging devices or Cameras.
Right-click your webcam (often listed as "HP Webcam" or "USB Video Device") and select Uninstall device.
Restart your computer; Windows will attempt to reinstall the driver automatically. 3. Check for Privacy Settings
On modern Windows versions, the camera may be disabled by software: Go to Settings > Privacy > Camera. Ensure "Allow apps to access your camera" is turned On. 4. Use Original Software
This model originally shipped with CyberLink YouCam software to manage the webcam. If you have deleted it, you can sometimes find the "Original Software" or "Multimedia" category on the HP Support site for your specific model.
Are you currently using the original Windows 7 that came with the PC, or have you upgraded to Windows 10/11? Download Camera Driver - HP Support Community - 9420969
It looks like you’re trying to identify or find a driver for a webcam labeled with:
"driver camara web hp oem wb918la abm 1 75 top"
Here’s what this likely refers to and how to get the correct driver.
Do not search for “wb918la driver” directly – it likely won’t return official results. Instead:
The camera driver is often bundled with:
Common cause: missing driver after Windows clean install.
Fix:
Since you specifically asked about the driver, here is the technical breakdown:
Here’s a concise review of the HP OEM Webcam (model WB918LA ABM 1.75 Top) based on typical specs and user feedback for this type of integrated or compact HP webcam: