How to add a Network Camera in Windows 11/10

Most of us know how to add a USB Camera to our computers, but what we don’t know is how to add a Network Camera in Windows 11/10. These are different than USB cameras and hence, the setup part is different. In this article, we are going to see how to do the same with ease.

How do I connect my Computer to my Network Camera?

You can easily connect your computer to your Network Camera from the Windows Settings. You just need to make sure that your IP or Network Camera is discoverable, then search for the camera, and add it. It’s a simple procedure that anyone, even one with no prior technical knowledge can do. You just need to go through our guide for your OS and add the camera. It’s easy.

Add a Network Camera in Windows 11/10

It’s quite easy to add a Network Camera in Windows 11/10, you just need to follow the steps mentioned hereinafter and you will be good to go.

Attach Network Camera in Windows 11

If you are using Windows 11, then follow the given steps to add Network Camera to your computer. The steps are quite easy and you just have to follow them. These are the following steps.

1. Open Settings by Win + I.
2. Go to Bluetooth & devices.
3. Then click Camera.
4. Now, click Search for cameras from Add a network camera section.

Just select your camera and add it.

Attach Network Camera in Windows 10

Adding Network Camera in Windows 10 is not a lot different from doing that in Windows 11. You just need to follow the given steps and you will be good to go.

For Windows 10 21H1 and earlier

1. Open Settings by Win + I.
2. Click Devices.
3. Now, click Add Bluetooth or other devices.
4. Select Everything else.

Finally, choose a camera and add it.

For Windows 10 21H2 and higher

1. Launch Settings.
2. Click Devices.
3. Go to Camera.
4. Click Add a network camera.

Finally, select your camera to add it.

How do I add an IP camera to Windows 10 or 11?

You can just follow the procedure mentioned above to add a network camera in this case as well. Just go to the Settings and when adding the camera, select your IP camera and you will be good to go. If you are trying to use your phone’s camera on your computer, then read the steps given there to add your camera as they can differ from app to app.

How do I fix IP or Network Camera not showing on network?

If you can’t find IP Camera when trying to search then check whether your camera is discoverable. You can read the manual given to you when you bought the camera or search the Internet on how to make your camera discoverable. Whatever the case is, your camera should be discoverable.

Also, you need to make sure that you are on the latest version of Windows. So, check for updates and install the latest build. While we are on the subject of updating, you should update your Bluetooth driver as well. If updating is to no avail, then try to reinstall it. Follow the given steps to do the same.

1. Open Device Manager.
2. Expand Bluetooth.
3. Right-click on your Bluetooth driver and select Uninstall device.
4. Then confirm your action.
5. Finally, click on Scan for hardware changes or go to the manufacturer’s website to download your driver. You can also install it from a CD/DVD on your system.

If it doesn’t resolve the issue, then run Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the issue. If nothing works, then check out our guide to fix the Bluetooth issue.

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