Is the webcam being recognized in Control Panel/Device Manager - under 'Imaging Devices'?
Have you tried reinstalling the webcam drivers/software you might have received with the laptop?
You can download the latest versions from the Inspiron 1525 from this link
Drivers and DownloadsThe Dell 'Webcam Manager'
software is listed under 'Applications', and the drivers are listed under 'Input Device Drivers' (integrated webcam).
Select the appropriate OS version (i.e. Vista 32bit), download and install those two (drivers
first)
Note: When you click the respective download links,
don't use the Dell Download Manager!! It's known to cause various problems. Use the 'download in internet browser' option instead.
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