257 questions
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Apple Music not playing thru earphones
I'm using Apple Music on Surface Laptop 4, Windows 10 22H2. The sound was playing when I connected with the Airpod Pro but not with the 3.5mm headphones. I tried to tbs but show no error.
Surface | Surface Laptop | Sound and camera
asked 2026-04-18T13:27:58.0966667+00:00
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Joy Dang
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answered 2026-04-19T01:53:25.12+00:00
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S.Sengupta
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surface laptop usb ports not working
I have a surface laptop and surface docking stations in two locations. On both docking stations surface dock USB ports stopped working some time over the past two months. Perhaps a windows update caused this?
Surface | Accessories | Surface Dock
377 questions
asked 2026-04-18T16:21:06.3166667+00:00
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Rob Paladino
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answered 2026-04-19T01:24:01.78+00:00
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Surface Pro 7 with Surface Thunderbolt Dock wont display on 2 monitors
I see that others have had this same issue in the past. If I plug a Surface Pro 8 into the Surface Dock both external monitors work. When I plug my Surface Pro 7 in, only one of the external monitors will work at a time. If I switch the surface dock…
Surface | Accessories | Surface Dock
377 questions
asked 2026-04-18T18:24:28.1033333+00:00
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Matt Rossmeissl
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answered 2026-04-19T01:15:07.2866667+00:00
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2026-04 Security Update (KB5083769) (26200.8246) - Install error - 0x800736b3
The title is clear, the machine is a Surface Pro 9 - 5G with 64 bit ARM:Details from Surface App: Device information: Device name: JIM-SP9 Serial number: 0F011PN223900E Surface model: Surface Pro 9 With 5G Model 1997 SAM: 5.100.139 UEFI:…
Surface | Surface Pro | Install and update
3,371 questions
asked 2026-04-18T19:26:30.43+00:00
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Jim Bateman
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answered 2026-04-19T01:06:29.2766667+00:00
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My photos, pics and video
My new Surface laptop has neon green streaks in words, pics, videos, etc. What is going on. How do I fix it?
Surface | Surface Laptop | Display and screen
1,203 questions
asked 2026-04-18T20:00:01.0966667+00:00
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Holly Millett
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answered 2026-04-19T00:37:45.8966667+00:00
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How to fix screen jumping and screen flickering on Surface Pro 4?
The screen on my Surface Pro 4 jumps and flickers constantly. How can I fix this, please??
Surface | Surface Pro | Display and screen
3,569 questions
asked 2026-04-18T21:03:04.7366667+00:00
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Vicky Olson
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answered 2026-04-19T00:16:11.1366667+00:00
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My laptop turns on again after a shutdown when plugged out
This is my specs Device Name DESKTOP-52DF3DK Processor Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-6500U CPU @ 2.50GHz 2.60 GHz Installed RAM 16.0 GB (15.9 GB usable) Storage 466 GB HDD WDC WD5000LPLX-08ZNTT0 Graphics Card AMD Radeon (TM) R7 M370 (2 GB), Intel(R) HD Graphics…
Surface | Surface Laptop | Power and battery
987 questions
asked 2026-04-18T08:34:53.09+00:00
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Abdul Hadi
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answered 2026-04-18T13:11:54.1233333+00:00
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Thomas4-N
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My laptop has a glitchy blue tinge
I have the laptop surface edge 7 and the screen has displayed like this before and has simply stopped by turning it off and on again but that doesn’t work this time I have tried updating it restarting it ect and nothing works what can I do?
Surface | Surface Pro | Display and screen
3,569 questions
asked 2026-03-24T16:00:51.72+00:00
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Sophie Cooper
0
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commented 2026-04-18T10:13:06.1766667+00:00
Sophie Cooper
0
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I can’t logon to my windows 11 Surface Pro
I’m unable to log on to my Surface Pro. See attached jpeg screen print. i will need to talk to customer support to resolve this issue. Please provide a customer support phone number. IMG_0811.jpeg Moved from: Windows for home | Windows 11 | Accounts,…
Surface | Surface Pro | Performance and maintenance
2,302 questions
asked 2026-04-17T18:49:37.24+00:00
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Tom Walczyk
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edited an answer 2026-04-18T07:43:57.3566667+00:00
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Clary-N
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Bitlocker recovery key
No changes to the device. Bitlocker now needs a recovery key. the Recovery Key ID does not match the device in either Entra or the personal account. and the Recovery Keys (for 10 devices I have registered, none have recovery keys?
Surface | Surface Laptop | Safety and security
321 questions
asked 2026-04-18T00:09:27.1+00:00
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BERNHARDT, THOMAS H
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answered 2026-04-18T00:38:14.1633333+00:00
S.Sengupta
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Proposal Submission: TIME Key and WEATHER Key Innovations
I am trying to submit a proposal for two new keyboard innovations (the TIME Key and the WEATHER Key), but I need guidance on the correct process and the appropriate Microsoft team to contact. I want to ensure my concept is reviewed by the right…
Surface | Accessories | Surface mice and keyboards
654 questions
asked 2026-04-17T02:03:58.22+00:00
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Johnstead Safitoa
20
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accepted 2026-04-17T02:21:35.0066667+00:00
Johnstead Safitoa
20
Reputation points
2 answers
Recovering Clipboard Items Beyond 25 Saved or Pinned in History
Hello - Recently learned that the Clipboard doesn't save items past the last 25 captured with Snipping Tool (Windows Logo Key + Shift + S on a Surface Pro). Really appreciative of any help recovering an item beyond this history, one that was never…
Surface | Surface Pro | Performance and maintenance
2,302 questions
asked 2026-04-15T20:21:01.58+00:00
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C-5786
0
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commented 2026-04-17T01:38:31.4633333+00:00
S.Sengupta
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replacement battery for surface pro 7.
I need a quote on a replacement battery for a surface pro 7, it was purchased in 2022 and is now outr of warranty. What is the non profit tax exempt price for this and how do I go about getting this done. I was o with an associate and he sent me to this…
Surface | Surface Pro | Power and battery
2,470 questions
asked 2026-04-16T19:43:32.3933333+00:00
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Molly Crimmins
0
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answered 2026-04-17T01:24:16.5366667+00:00
S.Sengupta
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RETURNPURCHASE
surface Pro is not what I wanted received it today and want to return it for full refund
Surface | Other
1,404 questions
asked 2026-04-17T00:20:21.5766667+00:00
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Fran Singleton
0
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answered 2026-04-17T01:16:50.2433333+00:00
S.Sengupta
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Long booting time on Surface Go 3
Hi, Recently, I’ve been experiencing very long booting times on my Surface Go 3. I tried repairing Windows and even reinstalling the entire system, but the booting was still much slower than before. Finally, I decided to perform a full recovery…
Surface | Surface Go | Performance and maintenance
286 questions
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El teclado y Mouse de mi Surface no funciona, no reacciona para nada.
El teclado de mi Surface no esta funcionando, no escribe nada, el mouse tampoco funciona, no hace el recorrido del cursor y al dar clic no hace ninguna función.
Surface | Accessories | Surface mice and keyboards
654 questions
asked 2026-04-14T21:46:22.9266667+00:00
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Sergio Arturo Jimenez Arreola
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commented 2026-04-16T07:11:11.4933333+00:00
Clary-N
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Using the Surface Laptop
When closed the gap between the lid and base making opening it up to use the laptop very difficult. How can this be improved?
Surface | Surface Laptop | Performance and maintenance
1,275 questions
asked 2026-04-15T10:54:50.18+00:00
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John A C Beattie
20
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commented 2026-04-16T06:35:46.0766667+00:00
John A C Beattie
20
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3 answers
BITLOCKER CAN NOT CONNECT TO NETWORK
When I started my device, it prompted me for my BITLOCKER recovery ID. after inputting, the system indicates diagnosing, then attempts to connect to network. After a brief time system says cant connect and sets a timer for 30 mins. I have tried…
Surface | Surface Pro | Safety and security
715 questions
asked 2025-08-26T16:55:12.7166667+00:00
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Tom A
35
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answered 2026-04-16T01:19:28.2+00:00
S.Sengupta
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Surface laptop for business PIN error
Surface laptop for business…
Surface | Surface Laptop | Install and update
871 questions
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How do i fix my laptop surface go 2 when it suddenly freezed in windows logo?
I tried entering automatic repair mode, but it didn't work as well as UEFI with a USB, which I really finished installing Microsoft creation installation, and even checked the folders. I recently downloaded the new BIOS for it on Microsoft's website…
Surface | Surface Go | Performance and maintenance
286 questions
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