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Brink · May 10, 2020

September Updates for Surface Pro 4, Surface Book, and Surface 3

We have new updates for Surface Pro 4, Surface Book and Surface 3 devices. Click the links below to go to the specific location for your device on the Download Center. At the Download Center, click Details then click + More to see all available downloads for the device. For all devices you can follow the similar deployment process that is used for Surface Pro 3 described at Surface TechCenter.

[table][tr][td]Updates for Surface Pro 4 devices The following will be listed as multiple updates when you check for updates in Windows, or when you view your Windows update history after installing the updates:

Intel Corporation driver update for Intel(R) Precise Touch Device

Microsoft driver update for Surface Integration

Microsoft driver update for Surface Integration Service Device

Microsoft driver update for Surface Pen Pairing

Microsoft driver update for Surface Management Engine

Microsoft driver update for Surface UEFI

Microsoft driver update for Surface Integration

Microsoft driver update for Surface Integration Service Device

The ZIP and MSI files are available at Download Surface Pro 4 Drivers and Firmware from Official Microsoft Download Center

SurfacePro4_Win10_161201_0.zip

SurfacePro4_Win10_161201_0.msi

For reference, here are the full update names with version numbers:

Intel(R) Precise Touch Device (v1.1.0.246) improves touch stability when the device resumes operation from sleep or hibernation.

Surface Integration (v1.0.97.0) optimizes screen brightness when the device resumes operation from sleep or hibernation.

Surface Integration Service Device (v1.0.115.0) ensures the default Balanced power plan is set correctly when the operating system is updated.

Surface Pen Pairing (v1.0.56.0) improves pen pairing with the device.

Surface Management Engine (v11.0.15.1003) improves stability and performance when you change between power states.

Surface UEFI (v106.1281.768.0) improves stability and performance when you change between power states.

Surface Integration (v1.0.103.0) improves the device usability and battery life.

Surface Integration Service Device (v1.0.146.0) makes sure the default Balanced power plan is set correctly when the operating system is updated.

[/td] [/tr] [tr][td]Updates for Surface Book devices The following will be listed as multiple updates when you check for updates in Windows, or when you view your Windows update history after installing the updates:

Intel Corporation driver update for Intel(R) Precise Touch Device

Microsoft driver update for Surface DTX

Microsoft driver update for Surface Integration

Microsoft driver update for Surface Integration Service Device

Microsoft driver update for Surface Pen Pairing

Microsoft driver update for Surface Management Engine

Microsoft driver update for Surface UEFI

Microsoft driver update for Surface Integration

Microsoft driver update for Surface Integration Service Device

The ZIP and MSI files are available at Download Surface Book Drivers and Firmware from Official Microsoft Download Center

SurfaceBook_Win10_161200_0.zip

SurfaceBook_Win10_161200_0.msi

For reference, here are the full update names with version numbers:

Intel(R) Precise Touch Device (v1.1.0.246) improves touch stability when the device resumes operation from sleep or hibernation.

Surface DTX (v1.3.422.1) optimizes log file storage space management.

Surface Integration (v1.1.309.0) optimizes screen brightness when the device resumes operation from sleep or hibernation.

Surface Integration Service Device (v1.0.115.0) ensures the default Balanced power plan is set correctly when the operating system is updated.

Surface Pen Pairing (v1.0.56.0) improves pen pairing with the device.

Surface Management Engine (v11.0.15.1003) improves stability and performance when you change between power states.

Surface UEFI (v90.1281.768.0) improves stability and performance when you change between power states.

Surface Integration (v1.1.315.0) improves the device usability and battery life.

Surface Integration Service Device (v1.0.146.0) makes sure the default Balanced power plan is set correctly when the operating system is updated.

[/td] [/tr] [tr][td]Updates for Surface 3 (Wi-Fi) devices running Windows 10 This update will be listed as “Microsoft Driver Update for Surface USB xHCI Host controller” when you view your update history. The ZIP and MSI files are now available on the Download Center Surface 3 Wi-Fi – Download Surface 3 Wi-Fi from Official Microsoft Download Center to download:

Surface3_WiFi_Win10_161250_0.zip

Surface3_WiFi_Win10_161250_0.msi

For reference, here is the full update name with version number:

Surface USB XHCI Host controller (v1.0.1.1) improves modem stability.

[/td] [/tr] [tr][td]Updates for Surface 3 (LTE) devices Windows 10 These will be delivered as multiple updates when you view the update history and will be listed as:

Microsoft Driver Update for Surface USB xHCI Host controller

Intel Corporation driver update for Intel(R) USB Flash Loader utility

Windows 8.1 This update will be listed as “System Firmware Update – 9/26/2016” or “System Hardware Update – 9/26/2016” when you view your update history. The ZIP and MSI files are now available on the Download Center. Please use the link that corresponds to your device: Surface 3 (AT&T 4G LTE) – Download Surface 3 LTE - ATT from Official Microsoft Download Center to download:

Surface3_4GLTE-ATT_Win10_161250_0.zip

Surface3_4GLTE-ATT_Win10_161250_0.msi

Surface3_4GLTE-ATT_Win8x_161250_0.zip

Surface3_4GLTE-ATT_Win8x_161250_0.msi

Surface 3 (Non-AT&T 4G LTE) – Download Surface 3 LTE - North America Carrier Unlocked from Official Microsoft Download Center to download:

Surface3_4GLTE-NorthAmericaUnlocked_Win10_161250_0.zip

Surface3_4GLTE-NorthAmericaUnlocked_Win10_161250_0.msi

Surface3_4GLTE-NorthAmericaUnlocked_Win8x_161250_0.zip

Surface3_4GLTE-NorthAmericaUnlocked_Win8x_161250_0.msi

Surface 3 (4G LTE) Outside North America – https://aka.ms/s3row to download:

Surface3_4GLTE-RestOfTheWorld_Win10_161250_0.zip

Surface3_4GLTE-RestOfTheWorld_Win10_161250_0.msi

Surface3_4GLTE-RestOfTheWorld_Win8x_161250_0.zip

Surface3_4GLTE-RestOfTheWorld_Win8x_161250_0.msi

Surface 3 (Verizon 4G LTE) – https://aka.ms/drivers/surface3vz to download:

Surface3_4GLTE-VZ_Win10_161250_0.zip

Surface3_4GLTE-VZ_Win10_161250_0.msi

Surface3_4GLTE-VZ_Win8x_161250_0.zip

Surface3_4GLTE-VZ_Win8x_161250_0.msi

For reference, here are the full update names with version numbers: Windows 10

Surface USB XHCI Host controller (v1.0.1.1) improves modem stability.

Intel(R) USB Flash Loader utility (v1.0.1.2) improves modem stability.

Windows 8.1

Intel(R) USB Flash Loader utility (v1.0.1.2) improves modem stability.

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Source: September Updates for Surface Pro 4, Surface Book, and Surface 3 Surface

Brink · May 10, 2020

New Update for Surface Book 2 on Windows 10 April 2018 v1803 - May 9 Surface

We’ve released a new update for Surface Book 2 devices with Windows 10 Version 1803 and above. This update includes a new driver for Surface Integration that improves hibernation on Windows 10 April 2018 Update.

This update is available in MSI format from the Surface Book 2 Drivers and Firmware page at the Microsoft Download Center. Click Download to download the following file:

SurfaceBook2_Win10_17134_1802209_1.msi

For your reference, here is the driver version and improvement provided:

Surface Book 2:

Surface Integration v4.7.136.0 improves hibernation on Windows 10 April 2018 Update.

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Source: Update for Surface Book 2 (09 May 2018) Surface

See also: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4055398

Brink · May 10, 2020

Surface Book 2 now available

Surface Book 2, the most powerful Surface ever, goes on sale today! Here are the 5 things that set Surface Book 2 apart from the pack.

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Starting today, you can get your hands on the most powerful Surface ever, Surface Book 2. We built this Surface for people who need the performance and graphics processing power to work, create, and game from anywhere. Now anyone who needs desktop-class power, from designers, developers, and engineers to scientists, artists, and gamers can have the freedom and flexibility of a laptop and tablet. Whether you choose the 13-inch or the 15-inch (US only), here are 5 reasons to love the new Surface Book 2.

It’s really powerful – Surface Book 2 is the most powerful Surface ever. It has four times the processing power and more than five times the graphics performance of the original Surface Book. It has up to twice the total processing of similarly spec’d MacBook Pros1. With quad-core 8th Gen Intel Core processors, up to 16GB of RAM and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 and 1060 discrete GPUs, Surface Book 2 has the power you’ll need for whatever you do.

It has amazing battery life – Surface Book 2 goes where you go and keeps up with up to 17 hours of battery life 2 (or up to 5 hours on the detached tablet). That’s up to 70% longer than a MacBook Pro 13-inch or 15-inch. With the power slider in Windows 10 (click on the battery icon) you can optimize either for peak performance or longer battery life. And, if you don’t have your Surface power cord, you now have the option to charge via USB-C using a compatible charger.

It plays hard –With an optional NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 with 6GB GDDR5 graphics memory, you’re going to love gaming on Surface Book 2. Our team has been playing Gears of War 4 and Forza Motorsport 7 – both graphically intense games – at 1080p and 60 FPS and they look amazing on the PixelSense display. The 15-inch model even includes Xbox Wireless built-in so you can pair Xbox One Accessories and play wherever you want. Surface Book 2 is also ready for Windows Mixed Reality. Connect a compatible Windows Mixed Reality headset and controllers to experience the most immersive gaming and VR experiences with 100+ degrees view field and 90hz refresh rate.

It’s a creator’s dream – Whether you’re a game developer, digital artist, designer, 3D-modeller, AI developer, photographer, or video guru, Surface Book 2 is what you need to create the amazing. You’ll have all the power you’ll need to run full versions of the software you depend on, a beautiful PixelSense display and awesome keyboard and trackpad. Beyond these, Surface Book 2 lets you create and edit with the optional Surface Pen3, featuring 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity and tilt and on-screen use of the Surface Dial3 The ink experience even extends to Office 365, where we’ve done a ton of work as a company to make sure your work really comes to life.

It’s incredibly versatile – The made waves with its detachable screen, and these new devices continue to offer unmatched versatility. Use Surface Book 2 as a traditional laptop or disconnect the tablet to experience the freedom of the thinnest 8th Gen Intel Core i7 PC available. Turn the screen around and re-attach it for view mode, a great way to share ideas or watch movies at 30,000 feet. Close the device with the screen exposed and your Surface Book 2 becomes a powerful, portable Studio angled just right for drawing and using Dial. Surface Book 2 also includes a full array of ports – two full-size USB 3.1, USB-C, an SD card reader, Surface Connect ports in both the base and tablet and a 3.5mm headset jack.

Surface Book 2 is available today starting at $1,499.99 USD at Microsoft Store, Microsoft.com, and Best Buy in the US, and around the world at select retailers.

I encourage you to see and try one in person. I hope you love it as much as I do.

1 Microsoft Test Lab 3DMark 11 Graphics and LuxMark 3.1 CPU+GPU score comparison, Surface Book 15-inch [Intel i7-8650U with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060] vs. MacBook Pro 15-inch [Intel i7-7567U with AMD Radeon Pro 560], and Surface Book 13” [Intel i7-8650U with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050] vs. MacBook Pro 13-inch [Intel i7-7567U], October 2017.

2 Up to 17 hours of video playback. Testing conducted by Microsoft in October 2017 using preproduction Intel Core i5, 256GB, 8 GB RAM device. Testing consisted of full battery discharge during video playback. All settings were default except: i-Fi was associated with a network and Auto-Brightness disabled. Battery life varies significantly with setting, usage, and other factors.

3 Surface Pen and Surface Dial sold separately.
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Source: 5 reasons you'll love Surface Book 2 - Microsoft Devices Blog

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