dual boot - Ubuntu 16.04.1 - Webcam - Ask Ubuntu


i installed ubuntu 16.04.1 (64-bit) new lenovo ideapad 100-15ibd alongside windows 10 (64-bit).

the thing webcam light turns on time ubuntu boots , never turns off. opened "cheese" , blank screen.

using windows, under device manager, found built-in webcam listed "lenovo easycamera".

is there chance fix or either turn webcam off during ubuntu usage?

thanks lot.

you can turn webcam off writing following command on terminal:

sudo modprobe -r uvcvideo

type password when asked , press enter.


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