Camera | USB Swing Not Showing in Device Manager

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If your USB Swing camera is not appearing in Device Manager, it means the PC is not detecting the camera at all. This typically points to a hardware connection issue rather than a software problem. Follow these steps to diagnose and resolve the issue. 

USB Swing Not Showing

  1. Re-seat the Cables
    • Unplug and reconnect all USB cables connected to the camera.
    • Ensure the connections are secure and fully inserted.
      • Tip: Sometimes, simply re-seating the cables can restore the connection.
  2. Use Independent USB Ports
    • USB Swing cameras should be connected to independent USB ports to avoid bandwidth conflicts.
    • Refer to your PC’s motherboard or port layout to identify which ports are independent.
      • Example: Ports 2 & 4 are typically independent.

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  3. Use Blue USB Ports (SuperSpeed)
    • Plug the cameras into blue-colored USB ports, which indicate USB 3.0 SuperSpeed.
    • These ports offer higher data transfer rates and better performance than black (USB 2.0) ports.
  4. Try Different Ports or Swap Connections
    • Move the camera to a different USB port.
    • Swap the ports between cameras to see if the issue follows the port or the camera.
  5. Test on Another PC
    • If possible, plug the camera into a different computer.
    • If it works there, the issue may be with the original PC’s USB controller or configuration.
  6. Ensure Windows is Up to Date
    • Go to "Settings" > "Windows Update" and install any available updates.
    • You can also search for additional updates by following these instructions: General Additional Updates to the PC
    • Updated system files and drivers can resolve detection issues.
  7. Check Cable Management and Setup
    • Ensure the cabling is neat, secure, and not overly long or tangled.
    • Poor cable management can lead to signal degradation or intermittent connections.

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If you are still having issues with the USB Swing camera, please reach out to Trackman Support by submitting a support ticket here.

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