Forgot UEFI password for Surface

Applies To
Surface Pro Surface Laptop Surface Go Surface Studio Surface Book

If you forgot your UEFI password, here's what you can do.

Check with your IT administrator for the password

If your device is managed by someone else, such as your IT department or a different owner, check with them for the password.

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Still having issues?

If these solutions didn't help resolve the problem, then self-repair, service order or in-person support may be available to help you. If your Surface is a business device (owned by an organization), see Surface service options for Business and Education.

Options
Icons showing a wrench icon. Self-repair
Technically experienced and have the right tools? Microsoft has a range of replaceable components and service guides that enable you to carry out some repairs yourself.
Icon showing a truck icon. Send to Microsoft
To send your device in for repair, you'll need to create a service order and print a shipping label. Learn more about how to check your warranty and prepare your device for shipping to Microsoft.
A building icon depicting in-person support. Get in-person support
In some countries or regions, Microsoft has partnered with Authorized Service Providers offering in-person support and repair. Options may include professional hardware inspection, troubleshooting, and system recovery.

Need more help?

Technical support

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For technical support, open the Surface app, describe your problem and select Get Help.

Community support

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Communities can help you ask questions, and hear from experts with rich knowledge. Ask the Community.

Other support

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If you can't use your Surface or have a question about something else, open Get Help to get other support online.

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