Surface Laptop 6 for Business update history
Applies To
Surface Laptop 6 - 13 inch Surface Laptop 6 - 15 inchSurface devices will receive driver and firmware updates until the date listed in the Surface devices driver and firmware lifecycle for Windows-based devices.
To keep your Surface Laptop 6 for Business performing at its best, make sure that you have the latest Surface updates.
How to get updates
Surface updates are released in stages—not every Surface will receive updates at the same time, but they'll be delivered to all devices. If you haven’t previously received updates, you can manually update by following the steps at Download drivers and firmware for Surface.
You can quickly check the health of your Surface drivers and firmware using the Surface app.
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In the Surface app, expand Help & support to check the update status.
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If there are updates available, select the Check for updates button to open Windows Update and install the available updates.
If you don't have the Surface app installed, you can download the Surface app from the Microsoft Store. After the download is complete, select Start and enter Surface in Search. Then, select the app from the list of results
Notes:
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Firmware updates can’t be uninstalled or reverted to an earlier version.
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When you install the latest update, you'll also get all the previous updates if your Surface doesn't have them already. Only updates that apply to Surface will be downloaded and installed.
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After the updates are installed, restart your device to complete the installation process. To restart your device, select Start , and then select Power > Restart.
Improvements and fixes in the updates
November 2024 updates
November 18 release
The following update is available for Surface Laptop 6 for Business running Windows 10, Version 22H2 or greater.
Improvements and fixes:
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Enhances the overall security posture of the devices, protecting customers from potential threat.
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Improves the display experience by reducing the frequency of screen flickering.
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Addresses a performance issue with Citrix Workspace* application exhibiting sluggish behavior when interacting with a virtual desktop.
This release contains the following components. The specific components installed are based on your device’s configuration:
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Windows Update Name |
Device manager |
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Intel Corporation - Extension - 32.0.101.5972 |
Intel(R) Arc(TM) Graphics - Extensions |
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Intel Corporation - Display - 32.0.101.5972 |
Intel(R) Arc(TM) Graphics - Display adapters |
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Surface - Extension - 6.200.6.0 |
Microsoft Devices Telemetry Service - Extensions |
October 21 release
The following update is available for Surface Laptop 6 for Business running Windows 10, Version 22H2 or greater.
Improvements and fixes:
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Addresses system performance issue when the system is running in Recommended power mode.
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Enhances the Battery Smart Charging feature by activating protection only when necessary, which helps extend the battery's lifespan and maintain its health.
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Addresses security vulnerabilities, securing devices from potential threats in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth components.
This release contains the following components. The specific components installed are based on your device’s configuration:
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Windows Update Name |
Device manager |
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Surface - Firmware - 10.203.139.0 |
Surface System Aggregator - Firmware |
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Surface - System - 120.6.44.0 |
Surface Integration - System devices |
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Intel - net - 23.60.0.10 |
Intel(R) Wi-Fi 6E AX211 160MHz - Network Adapters |
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Intel Corporation - Bluetooth - 23.60.0.1 |
Intel(R) Wireless Bluetooth(R) - Bluetooth |
September 12 release
The following update is available for Surface Laptop 6 for Business running Windows 10, Version 22H2 or greater.
Improvements and fixes:
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Circumvents the situation where the fan remains operational even when not required.
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Enhances user experience by regulating system temperature when an external monitor is connected.
This release contains the following components. The specific components installed are based on your device’s configuration:
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Windows Update Name |
Device manager |
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Surface - Firmware - 120.0.15.102 |
Surface SMF - Firmware |
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Surface - Firmware - 120.0.13.105 |
Surface SMF - Firmware |
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Surface - Firmware - 10.102.139.0 |
Surface System Aggregator - Firmware |
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Surface - SurfaceSystemManagement - 3.205.6.0 |
Surface SMF Core Driver - Surface System Management |
July 15 release
The following update is available for Surface Laptop 6 for Business running Windows 10, Version 22H2 or greater.
Improvements and fixes:
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Addresses audio cracking and distortion during Teams call.
This release contains the following components. The specific components installed are based on your device’s configuration:
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Windows Update Name |
Device manager |
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Windows 10: Intel Corporation - ComputeAccelerator - 31.0.100.1688 |
Intel(R) AI Boost - Neural processors |
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Windows 11: Intel Corporation - ComputeAccelerator - 32.0.100.2267 |
Intel(R) AI Boost - Neural processors |
June 06 release
The following update is available for Surface Laptop 6 for Business running Windows 10, Version 22H2 or greater.
Improvements and fixes:
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Improves device's ability to regulate temperature effectively when linked to a Surface Dock, optimizing performance and longevity.
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Fixes an issue that incorrectly changed the form factor of the Notebook to that of a Convertible.
This release contains the following components. The specific components installed are based on your device’s configuration:
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Windows Update Name |
Device Manager |
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Surface - System - 3.204.34.0 |
Surface Hot Plug - KIP - System devices |
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Surface - Surface System Management - 8.163.8.0 |
Surface Thermal Zone Sensor Driver - Surface System Management |
April 09 release
The first update is available for Surface Laptop 6 for Business running Windows 10, Version 22H2 or greater.
This update improves user experience and device stability in the following areas:
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Camera and Windows Studio Effects
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Battery and charging
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Thermal and power management
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Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
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Display
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Audio
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Windows Update Name |
Device Manager |
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Intel Corporation - Bluetooth - 23.30.0.3 |
Intel(R) Wireless Bluetooth® - Bluetooth |
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Intel - net - 23.30.0.6 |
Intel(R) Wi-Fi 6E AX211 160MHz - Network adapters |
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Surface - System - 2.0.48.0 |
Surface Display Hardware Driver - System devices |
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Intel Corporation - Extension - 31.0.101.5333 |
Intel(R) Arc(TM) Graphics - Extensions |
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Surface - Battery - 2.134.21.0 |
Surface Battery - Batteries |
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Intel Corporation - Display - 31.0.101.5333 |
Intel(R) Arc(TM) Graphics - Display adapters |
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Surface - Firmware - 0.5.2107.1 |
Surface ME - Firmware |
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Surface - Surface System Management - 8.96.22.0 |
Surface Thermal Policy Driver - Surface System Management |
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Surface - System - 120.6.37.0 |
Surface Integration - System devices |
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Surface - Firmware - 53.4.139.0 |
Surface Keyboard - Firmware |
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Surface - Firmware - 12.14.143.0 |
Surface UEFI - Firmware |
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Microsoft Corporation - Software Component - 1.0.38.0 |
Windows Studio Effects Driver - Software components |
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Microsoft Corporation - Software Component - 1.0.38.0 |
Windows Camera Effects - Software components |
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Intel(R) Corporation - MEDIA - 20.40.10149.10 |
Intel Smart Sound Technology for USB Audio - Sound, video and game controllers |
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Intel(R) Corporation - System - 20.40.10149.10 |
Intel Smart Sound Technology OED - System devices |
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Intel(R) Corporation - MEDIA - 20.40.10149.10 |
Intel Smart Sound Technology for Bluetooth Audio - Sound, video and game controllers |
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Intel(R) Corporation - System - 20.40.10149.10 |
Intel Smart Sound Technology BUS - System devices |
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Intel(R) Corporation - MEDIA - 20.40.10149.10 |
Intel Smart Sound Technology for Bluetooth LE Audio - Sound, video and game controllers |
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Surface - Surface System Management - 1.173.46.0 |
Surface SMF Intel CPU Client Driver (Microsoft) - Surface System Management |
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Dolby - Audio Processing Object - 3.30514.620.0 |
DolbyAPO SWC Device - Audio Processing Objects (APOs) |
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Surface - Firmware - 10.14.139.0 |
Surface System Aggregator – Firmware |
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Surface - Firmware - 120.0.15.91 |
Surface SMF – Firmware, 15” |
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Surface - Firmware - 120.0.13.91 |
Surface SMF – Firmware, 13.5” |
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Surface - Firmware - 6.22.1.1 |
Surface Retimer – Firmware |
Additional steps for Surface Laptop 6 for Business
We are listening, and quality is a top priority. We want to let you know about additional information and steps that may be required after installing the latest update.
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We recommend that you restart your Surface to complete any remaining part of the installation. To restart your device, select Start, and then select Power > Restart. If you still feel that your Surface device is not working correctly, visit our help page for Surface devices, choose how you would like to get support, enter what you need assistance with, and then follow the recommended help or articles.
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