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Apr 4, 2023 · Learn how to update the drivers on your Microsoft Surface device. Keeping its operating system updated helps protect your files and personal information.
- Overview
- Prepare your Surface before updating
- Automatically update Windows 10, Windows 11, and Surface drivers and firmware
- Manually update Surface drivers and firmware
- Imaging support
- Related topics
Updates keep your Surface performing its best. Along with software updates for Windows 10 or Windows 11, it's important to make hardware updates, also known as updates for drivers and firmware.
You can quickly check the health of your Surface drivers and firmware using the Surface app.
1.In the Surface app, expand Help & support to check if the update status is "You're up to date" or something else.
2.If needed, select the option to update the devices.
Should your device need an update, in this article, you'll find the steps to prepare your Surface before updating and then you'll learn about the update options:
•Automatically update Windows 10, Windows 11, and Surface drivers and firmware •Manually update Surface drivers and firmware You'll find the links for drivers after choosing your Surface model in the dropdown list in this section.
To prepare for updates:
•Attach your Surface Type Cover or Surface Dock (if you have one) so it gets the latest updates, too.
•Make sure you have an internet connection.
•Plug your Surface into an outlet and make sure it's charged to at least 40 percent before installing updates. Keep your Surface plugged in and turned on while it's updating.
After following the preparation steps, see Update Windows to learn how to check for updates and install them. Or select the Check for Windows updates button below to open Windows Update in Settings.
After the updates have finished installing, we recommend that you install all available optional updates. To install optional updates, go to the Search box in the taskbar, type View optional updates and select it from the list of results. If updates are available in Driver updates, ensure that all “Surface” named drivers have been installed.
Manual updates are useful if you need to update an offline device, update many devices that are all the same model, or if you’re creating system images for your organization.
First, you'll need some info about your device:
1.Find your Surface model and OS build: If you don't know your Surface model or OS build information, look in the Surface app. To open it, select Start , enter surface, and select Surface to open the app. If the app doesn't open, get it from Microsoft Store.
2.In Device information, select View More and look at the value next to Surface model and OS build.
Now you're ready to start the manual update.
1.To find the link for the driver you need, select the dropdown list below and then scroll through it to find the type of Surface you have. After you've selected it, you'll see the available links for that type of Surface device model. Select the link for your model to get the latest firmware and drivers for sound, display, ethernet, and Wi-Fi.
If you’re an IT professional and you're preparing or updating custom Windows images for your Surface devices, see Manage and deploy Surface driver and firmware updates.
If you’re having trouble installing an update, try running the Windows Update automatic troubleshooter, which can fix some common update problems: Select Start > Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot , or select the button below.
Jul 3, 2024 · In this video tutorial, you'll learn the steps to prepare your Surface before updating, how to automatically update Windows 10, Windows 11, and Surface drivers and firmware (Recommended), and how to manually update Surface drivers and firmware (Advanced).
Oct 9, 2021 · You can wait for Windows Update to offer the Upgrade in Settings > Update & Security > Windows Updates > Check for Updates. If it passes PC Health Check and you want to pro-actively install it yourself then you can use the Installation Assistant, or download the ISO or bootable media from the Media Creation Tool here:
Find out what's included in each update and how to manually update your Surface. Select your device from the following list to see its update history. If you don't know your Surface model, find out which Surface model you have.
Dec 22, 2023 · If you own a Surface laptop, it may be time to upgrade to Windows 11 —the latest operating system that includes enhanced features and a sleek interface. In this guide, we'll teach you how to upgrade to Windows 11 on your Surface device. Check for compatibility.
