Lenovo laptops with Lenovo Vantage installed may require additional permission settings to be enabled in Lenovo Vantage. In addition you may need to allow permission in your operating system to use the webcam and microphone Here are instructions on how to give your web browser permission to use your webcam and microphone: This is required to be done in order to use the camera and speak to users. Solution: You will need to give permission for your web browser to use your webcam and microphone. Problem: How do I give permission for Blackboard Collaborate Ultra to use my webcam and microphone?