Setting up a simple webcam – if your computer doesn’t already have one built in – isn’t difficult as long as you stick to the easy steps. Most of Webcames are easy to use & are easy to install.

We at Quantum have brought quick step-by-step instructions that you need to follow & prerequisites that are required.

Things Needed:

•  a computer that’s connected to the internet
• Quantum webcam
• appropriate software.

Since your prerequisite are ready lets start with installation process 😀

The following assumes that you’re using a PC running Windows. NB: Instructions will differ for machines running Windows 8. If you run Windows 8 and need a little help, our community can answer your questions. 

Step 1: Buy Quantum webcam (, either online or a local computer shop. Webcams come in all shapes and sizes, and vary from basic models to more complicated ones that come with extra gadgets such as motion detectors. Prices vary a lot, too. Make sure that the one you choose has a built-in microphone if you want to use your webcam for chatting to friends and relatives.

Step 2: Carefully read the installation instructions before attempting to install the webcam.

Step 3: Make sure you have everything to hand that you’ll need to complete your installation. The webcam should come with a USB cable that will connect it to your computer (except if you have a wireless version).

Step 4: The webcam package includes a CD containing important software. Insert this into your computer’s CD drive. The set-up program should run automatically, but if it doesn’t, click Start and then My Computer. Double-click on the disk drive as this will prompt the files to run on the CD.

Step 5: Make sure that you follow meticulously the steps of the software program – you’ll be installing the drivers that allow your computer to communicate with the webcam. It may be important to plug in the webcam in a certain order with other cables and equipment, so only plug it in when prompted to do so.

Step 6: Now position your webcam. If it has a monitor clip, attach it securely to the top of your screen pointing at your face (see left for an example). Adjust it so that that people at the other end can see your whole face and not just your forehead.

Once you’ve adjusted it to your satisfaction, don’t fiddle with it during a call – there’s nothing more irritating to the person you’re talking to than to spend a call looking, first, at the light fitting and then at the carpet while you’re chatting.

If your webcam doesn’t have a clip, make sure it’s sitting firmly on a flat surface so that your web pictures are level. The tops of older-style CRT monitors are perfect for webcams to sit on.

Remember that everyone will see whatever is behind you, so keep it tidy – and think about getting dressed!

Step 7: Now you’ve completed the set-up, it’s time to see the results! Click Start again and find your webcam program. Double-click on it and the program will open up.

You are all set to chat with your friends or do Video-calling with your loved one or Join some video conference with Quantum!