If you’re new to Microsoft Surface products, especially the Surface Pro series, there are many things you need to know to master it. Microsoft launched Surface Pro 9 on October 12th, 2022, at a virtual event.
Now you finished setting up your Surface Pro 9. It’s time to learn more about the device. Below you will see all our published tips, tricks, and guides that are all updated to include specific instructions for the Surface Pro 9. Articles ranged from basic to advanced tips, troubleshooting guides, comparisons, and FAQs.
Table of contents
- Featured Tips and Tricks
- Basic Tips and Tricks
- Advanced Tips and Tricks
- Troubleshooting Guides
- Buyer’s Guides
- FAQs
- Specs Comparisons
- Update History
- Latest Updates
1 Featured Tips and Tricks

Surface Pro 9 detailed specifications
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 launched on October 12, 2022, with the new 13” edge-to-edge PixelSense Flow display, 12-Gen Intel processors, and a 5G option with the new SQ3 processor.

How to claim exclusive offers for Surface Pro 9
Getting Adobe Creative Cloud Photography, Adobe Premiere Rush, and Adobe Fresco for free with an exclusive offer for Microsoft Surface owners.

How to take a screenshot on Surface Pro 9
In this tutorial, we will show you the 6 fast and easy ways to take a screenshot on Microsoft Surface Pro by using the hardware buttons, keyboard, Surface Pen, and built-in Windows 11/10 tools.

How to use Surface Pro 9 as a wireless display
Having a Surface PC? You can configure your Surface as a beautiful portable wireless display or secondary monitor with the mouse, keyboard, touch, and pen support.

How to maximize Surface Pro 9 battery life
This is the ultimate tips to max out your Microsoft Surface battery life as long as possible when you are in the class, meeting or working on the site.
2 Basic Tips and Tricks

How to download & install Surface Pro 9 drivers & firmware
Here we have a list of all download links for each Surface tablet, laptop, PC, and accessories. It is really easy to download and install the latest drivers and firmware on Microsoft Surface devices.

How to adjust Surface Pro 9 screen brightness
Are you getting stuck to lower, increase, turn up, brighten, or change screen brightness on your Surface Pro? In this tutorial, we will show you the 3 easy ways to adjust screen brightness on your Surface Pro.

How to check Surface Pro 9 warranty status
Have trouble with your Surface devices and want to get support from Microsoft? Here is a quick and easy way to check your Surface's warranty status before you make a support request.

How to check Surface Pro 9 battery report
Battery report allows you to learn more about your Surface's battery information and usage history. Read on for more information and how to generate and access the report.

How to download Surface Pro 9 recovery image
In this article, you will find out how to download a right recovery image to create a recovery drive for resetting your Microsoft Surface device.
3 Advanced Tips and Tricks

How to create custom resolutions for Surface Pro 9
In this tutorial, we will guide you how to add and set a right custom resolution to resolve the display scaling issues on your Surface when you working with old applications, multiple displays, and gaming.

How to unlock traditional power plans for Surface Pro 9
In this tutorial, you will learn about what is Connected Standby, Modern Standby and how to unlock all power plans and advanced settings on Microsoft Surface devices.

How to configure Surface Pro 9 UEFI/BIOS settings
Check out our step-by-step tutorial on how to configure Surface Pro 5-9 UEFI/BIOS including managing device boot order, security, and more.

How to prolong your Surface Pro 9 battery with battery limit feature
In this article, we will walk you through how to enable and verify the battery limit feature on supported Surface devices.

How to disable Intel Turbo Boost on Surface Pro 9
In this tutorial, we will briefly introduce to the Intel Turbo Boost Technology and how to disable the feature so your device will run cooler and stay longer when you needed.

How to change asset tag on Surface Pro 9
Microsoft made an easy tool for system administrators to manage asset tags on Microsoft Surface devices, and here is how to do that.
4 Troubleshooting Guides

How to fix Surface Pro 9 that won’t turn on
Follow our in-depth, step-by-step guide on how to fix your Surface Pro that isn't turned on, starting, or waking up from sleep.

How to remove red bar from Surface Pro 9 boot screen
Got an annoying red bar and an unlocked lock icon on your Surface when it startup. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to get rid of that.

How to boot Surface Pro 9 from USB drive
In this article, we will show you how to boot your Surface Pro 4, Surface Pro 5, Surface Pro 6, Surface Pro 7, Surface Pro 8, Surface Pro 9, and Surface Pro X from a USB Drive in three different methods.

How to create & use USB recovery drive to recover a Surface Pro 9
In this article, we will walk you step-by-step through how to create a USB recovery drive, loading recovery image, and resetting your Surface using the USB recovery drive.
5 Buyer’s Guides

Top accessories to boost your Surface Pro 9 productivity and durability
Are you looking for Microsoft Surface Pro 8 accessories? Check out our best pick accessories for your new Surface Pro 8 to get the best protection, entertainment, and productivity.

Protect Surface Pro 9 display with one of these screen protectors
Definitely, you really don't want your Surface Pro 8 or Pro 9's screen to be scattered or damaged, right? Let's check out our recommended film and tempered glass screen protectors that provide extra filters and protection to the Surface Pro 8/9's screen.

Carry a Surface Pro 9 with one of these bags and backpacks
Are you looking for a perfect bag or backpack for your Surface Go, Pro, Laptop, or Book? Here we have classified bags into sizes so you can find the best fit for your Surface model.

Expand your Surface Pro 9 connectivity with these adapters, hubs, and docking stations
Are you looking for the best USB hubs for your Surface devices? Here are our favorite Surface USB adapters, USB hubs, and docking stations.

Best power banks for Surface Pro 9
Are you looking for a perfect power bank to charge your Surface on the go? Here we have listed down our best-picked portable battery packs that can properly charge your Surface devices.

Best external monitors for Surface Pro 9
Boosting your Surface productivity with our recommended monitors range from best budgets to best 4K monitors that will work perfectly with your Surface.

Best External Hard Drives for Microsoft Surface
Do you need extra storage for your Surface PC? Check out our best-picked External Hard Drives and SSD that work perfectly with your Surface devices.

Best wireless mouse for Surface Pro 9
Microsoft Surface with Windows works even better with a right computer mouse. Here we have a list of Bluetooth wireless mice with a variety of portability, shapes, and functionalities.

Best external keyboards for Surface Pro 9
Are you looking for a keyboard to complete your Surface desk setup? Here are our top picks keyboards that will work and look great on your desk.
6 FAQs
- Can you upgrade RAM on Surface Pro 9?
- Can you upgrade Surface Pro 9 SSD?
- Does Surface Pro 9 have 4G LTE or 5G cellular connection?
- Does Surface Pro 9 Have a Headphone Jack?
- Does Surface Pro 9 have Face Unlock?
- Does Surface Pro 9 have SD Card Slot?
- Does Surface Pro 9 have USB-A port?
- Does Surface Pro 9 have USB-C port?
- How long will the Surface Pro 9 be supported?
- What is the Difference Between Surface Pro 9 for Consumer vs. Business?
- What’s ports on Microsoft Surface Pro 9?
- When Did the Surface Pro 9 Come Out?
7 Specs Comparisons
Popular Comparisons for Surface Pro 9
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Popular Comparisons for Surface Pro 9 5G
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8 Update History
- Surface Pro 9 5GView
Improves device stability. , addresses Hello face recognition issue, enables support for new docking accessories, and improves Surface Dock 2 stability.
- Surface Pro 9View
Enables the automatic download of Intel® Connectivity Performance Suite (ICPS) application on Surface Pro 9 consumer devices running Win 11 and have a hard disk capacity greater than 256 GB. ICPS is a software solution that improves PC networking performance by creating a personalized network experience based on each user's unique situation and improves device stability and wireless connection reliability.
- Surface Pro 9 5GView
Improves product experience, addresses system performance, stability, and resolves system bug checks, addresses critical security vulnerability, and more.
9 Latest Updates

Surface Pro 9 5G gets new (September 10, 2023) firmware updates
Microsoft is now rolling out the September update to Surface Pro 9 5G devices to improves device stability. , addresses Hello face recognition issue, enables support for new docking accessories, and improves Surface Dock 2 stability.

Surface Pro 9 5G recieves new (July 28, 2023) firmware updates
Microsoft is now rolling out the July 2023 update to Surface Pro 9 5G devices to improves stability and addresses system bug check.

Microsoft rolled out new firmware updates (July 17, 2023) for Surface Pro 9
Microsoft is now rolling out the July update to Surface Pro 9 devices to enables the automatic download of Intel® Connectivity Performance Suite (ICPS) application on Surface Pro 9 consumer devices running Win 11 and have a hard disk capacity greater than 256 GB. ICPS is a software solution that improves PC networking performance by creating a personalized network experience based on each user's unique situation and improves device stability and wireless connection reliability.

Surface Pro 9 5G June 2023 update is now available to install via Windows Update
Microsoft is now rolling out the June update to Surface Pro 9 5G devices to improves product experience, addresses system performance, stability, and resolves system bug checks, addresses critical security vulnerability, and more.

Surface Pro 9 gets new (May 15, 2023) firmware updates
Microsoft is now rolling out the May update to Surface Pro 9 devices to improves device stability.

How to manage asset tag on Microsoft Surface devices
Microsoft made an easy tool for system administrators to manage asset tags on Microsoft Surface devices, and here is how to do that.
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