WB918LA#ABM is a legacy external webcam model originally designed for use with older systems like Windows Vista or Windows 7. Key Features Plug-and-Play (USB): Connects via a standard Integrated Microphone:

• “ABM 1.23” could be a firmware/revision string printed on board or in driver INF; can indicate firmware build.

• The built-in webcam is not detected in Windows.
• Device Manager shows an unknown device with a Hardware ID containing 1&23.
• The camera app returns a black screen, an error, or a "device not found" message.
• You recently reinstalled Windows (10 or 11) and lost the original OEM drivers.

Method 3: Windows Update Catalog (Advanced)

If HP’s site is slow, you can fetch the raw driver package from Microsoft:

Privacy Settings: Ensure your camera access is enabled in Settings > Privacy & Security > Camera. Third-Party Alternatives