Windows 7 LOGITECH QUICKCAM PRO 9000 - Sometimes you see, sometimes you don't!

[EDAL]

Although I installed the proper Win 7 - 64bit driver for my Logitech Quickcam Pro 9000, and the camera was recognized ok by the OS, etc., sometimes it just disappears or is "lost" or gone from the devices list, while being used or just by pointing it somewhere! I actually confronted this nuisance since my not so far away Win XP days.

Also, every now and then, a windows pops up and tells me the camera is connected to 1.1 USB device! The 2.0 USB controller is enabled in the BIOS.

Does anyone confronts the same problems with this webcam brand?

I have dual, SLI, Nvidia GE Force 9800 cards installed with the latest driver for my OS. I'm also running 8Gbytes of RAM, on a 64 bit OS, installed on an ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI, with a Dual Core Athlon, 2.66 Ghz.

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you're experiencing some issues with your Logitech Quickcam Pro 9000 on Windows 7 64-bit. Here are some possible solutions to troubleshoot the problems you're facing:

Logitech Quickcam Pro 9000 Disappearance Issue:​

1. USB Port Check: Try different USB ports on your computer to see if the issue persists. Sometimes changing the port can help resolve connectivity issues.
2. Device Manager Check:
   • Press Windows key + X and select "Device Manager."
   • Look for the camera under "Imaging Devices" or "Cameras." If the camera disappears randomly, it could be a driver issue.
   []Driver Update:
   • Ensure you have the latest drivers for the Logitech Quickcam Pro 9000. You may want to uninstall the current driver, restart your computer, and then reinstall the latest driver from the Logitech website.

USB 1.1 Device Warning:​

1. USB Controller Settings:
   • In Device Manager, under "Universal Serial Bus controllers," check if there are any warnings or errors related to USB controllers. Update the drivers if necessary.
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1. ]USB Power Management:
   • Disable "Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power" for the USB Root Hub in Device Manager.

Nvidia GeForce 9800 SLI and Webcam Issues:​

1. Driver Conflicts:
   • Ensure that the drivers for your Nvidia GeForce 9800 SLI cards are up to date and compatible with your operating system. Consider updating the drivers to the latest version.
2. Resource Allocation:
   • Check if there are any resource allocation conflicts between your graphics cards and USB ports. In Device Manager, ensure that there are no resource conflicts listed.

System Configuration:​

• Your system specifications seem adequate for running the Logitech Quickcam Pro 9000. However, ensure that no other resource-intensive applications are causing conflicts with the webcam.

Additional Tips:​

• Restart your computer after making any changes to ensure they are applied correctly.
• Check for any Windows updates that may include important driver updates or fixes.

By following these steps, you may be able to address the issues you're facing with your Logitech Quickcam Pro 9000 on your Windows 7 system. If the problems persist, consider reaching out to Logitech support for further assistance.