This device is currently within its servicing period, as defined by the Surface devices driver and firmware lifecycle for Windows-based devices. It remains eligible to receive new driver and firmware updates until the end-of-servicing date.
To keep your Surface Laptop for Business 8th Edition with Intel performing at its best, make sure that you have the latest Surface updates.
- How to get updates
- Improvements and fixes in the updates
- Additional steps for the Surface Laptop for Business 8th Edition with Intel
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.
- In the Surface app, expand Help & support to check the update status.
- 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
Note
- Firmware updates can’t be uninstalled or reverted to an earlier version.
- 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.
- After the updates are installed, restart your device to complete the installation process. To restart your device, select Start
, and then select Power > Restart.
Note
- Any critical updates will be installed automatically during the initial setup experience.
Improvements and fixes in the updates
May 2026 updates
May 19 release
The following update is available for Surface Laptop for Business 8th Edition with Intel running Windows 11, Version 24H2 or greater.
Improvements and fixes:
Security:
- Defend against potential threats. We’ve addressed potential security vulnerabilities to help prevent privilege escalation, avoid startup failures, and enhance the overall security of the system.
Reliability:
- Take advantage of connected hubs, docks, displays, and storage. We’ve resolved an issue where a USB hub isn’t detected after updates are installed.
- Enjoy seamless touchscreen functionality. We’ve fixed an issue where screen touches may be inaccurate or undetected.
- Get a smooth touchpad experience. We’ve fixed issues with tactile signals for touchpad actions to improve consistency and accuracy.
Performance and usability:
- Easily customize your keyboard behavior for improved flexibility. Choose the actions you want the Copilot and top-row keys to perform. Your preferences will be stored in the Surface app and applied consistently across different scenarios.
- Get better visibility when using your keyboard. We’ve enabled a dynamic backlight experience that will adjust your keyboard lighting for the best visibility as your environmental lighting conditions change.
This release contains the following components. The specific components installed are based on your device’s configuration:
| Windows Update | Device Manager |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Corporation Driver Update (3.0.8.0) | Windows Studio Effects Driver - Software components |
| Microsoft Corporation Driver Update (3.0.8.0) | Microsoft VoiceClarity APO - Audio Processing Objects (APOs) |
| Microsoft Corporation Driver Update (3.0.8.0) | Windows Camera Effects - Software components |
| Surface Firmware Driver Update (0.0.25.0) | Hynix NVME HFS256GEM3X173N PVC10 Storage Firmware Update - Firmware |
| Surface Firmware Driver Update (0.0.27.0) | Hynix NVME HFS512GEM3X173N PVC10 Storage Firmware Update - Firmware |
| Intel Corporation System Driver Update (20.43.12573.6) | Intel(R) Smart Sound Technology BUS - System devices |
| Intel Corporation Extension Driver Update (32.0.101.8622) | Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for Windows - Extensions |
| Intel Corporation Extension Driver Update (32.0.101.8622) | Intel(R) Arc(TM) B390 GPU - Display adapters |
| Surface Firmware Driver Update (161.7.2.20) | Surface TCON - Firmware |
| Surface Firmware Driver Update (0.0.28.0) | Hynix NVME HFS001TEM3X173N PVC10 Storage Firmware Update - Firmware |
| Surface Firmware Driver Update (2.0.0.0) | Surface Usb4 Dock Firmware Update - Firmware |
| Surface Thermal Driver Update (0.0.10.0) | Surface IHV Power Limit Driver - Thermal |
| Intel net Driver Update (24.30.1.1) | Intel(R) Wi-Fi 7 BE201 320MHz - Network adapters |
| Surface Extension Driver Update (0.0.43.0) | Samsung MZ9L8256HFJD-00BMV NVME 256GB Firmware Update Enumerator - Extensions |
| 15-inch: Surface Firmware Driver Update (1.0.3.2) | Surface RF - Firmware |
| 13-inch: Surface Firmware Driver Update (1.0.3.3) | Surface RF - Firmware |
| Realtek Extension Driver Update (10.0.344.1) | Realtek SDCA XU Audio Driver - Extensions |
| Realtek AudioProcessingObject Driver Update (14.5269.2469.792) | Realtek Audio Effects Component - Audio Processing Objects (APOs) |
| Realtek Semiconductor Corp. Extension Driver Update (1.0.0.249) | Realtek Speaker - Extensions |
| Realtek Semiconductor Corp. Extension Driver Update (10.0.215.1) | Realtek SoundWire Streaming Device Extension - Extensions |
| Intel net Driver Update (24.30.1.1) | Intel(R) Wireless Bluetooth(R) - Bluetooth |
| 13-inch: Surface Firmware Driver Update (7.0.0.10) | Surface Touch - Firmware |
| Surface Firmware Driver Update (0.2.1482.1) | Surface ME - Firmware |
| Surface Extension Driver Update (1.89.37.0) | Intel(R) Smart Sound Technology OED - Extensions |
| Intel Corporation System Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) | Camera Sensor vd55g1 - System devices |
| Intel Camera Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) | Intel(R) PTL AVStream Camera - Cameras |
| Intel Corporation System Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) | Intel(R) Imaging Signal Processor - System devices |
| Intel Corporation System Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) | Intel(R) Control Logic - System devices |
| Intel Corporation System Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) | Camera Sensor OV02C10 - System devices |
| Intel Corporation Extension Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) | Intel(R) PTL AVStream Camera - Extensions |
| Intel Corporation Extension Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) | Surface IR Camera Front - Extensions |
| Intel Corporation Extension Driver Update (71.26100.23.20568) | Surface Camera Front - Extensions |
| Surface Monitor Driver Update (3.4.24.0) | Surface Panel Driver V2 - Monitors |
| Surface System Driver Update (3.3.36.0) | Surface Display Hardware Driver - System devices |
| 15-inch: Surface Firmware Driver Update (2.0.6.0) | Surface Touch - Firmware |
| Surface Extension Driver Update (0.0.8.0) | MPTF Telem Blob Extension - Extensions |
| Surface System Driver Update (0.1.4.0) | Surface Thermal Service - System devices |
| Surface System Driver Update (10.105.54.0) | Surface System Telemetry Driver - System devices |
| Surface Extension Driver Update (0.0.48.0) | Surface Panel - Extensions |
| Surface Extension Driver Update (0.0.44.0) | Surface Panel - Extensions |
| 13-inch: Surface Firmware Driver Update (2.0.0.0) | Surface Touch - Firmware |
| Surface Firmware Driver Update (6.30.48.0) | Surface System Aggregator - Firmware |
| Surface Thermal Driver Update (144.0.13.0) | MPTF Core - Thermal |
| Surface Firmware Driver Update (2.0.1.0) | Surface TCPM - Firmware |
| Surface Firmware Driver Update (1.0.0.0) | Surface Elabeling (STAMPS) - Firmware |
| Surface System Driver Update (144.0.37.0) | Surface Integration - System devices |
| Surface System Driver Update (6.217.6.0) | Surface Integration Service - System devices |
| Surface Firmware Driver Update (12.6.143.0) | Surface UEFI - Firmware |
| Surface Firmware Driver Update (144.880.53.0) | Surface Touchpad - Firmware |
Additional steps for Surface Laptop for Business 8th Edition with Intel
We’re committed to continuously delivering new features and improvements for your Surface device. We are working on enhancements to experiences related to gaming, display, touchpad, audio, and more.
If you need help with these or other experiences, open the Surface app to find more information and to check for available updates.
- In the Surface app, expand Help & support to check the update status. If there are updates available, select the Check for updates button to open Windows Update and install the available updates.
- After checking for updates, select Get help in the Surface app and tell us what the problem is so we can get you the right help and support.