If Windows starts: Install the latest Surface and Windows updates to help prevent future problems. Select Continue to exit the options screen and continue to Windows. If you see this screen, go to Solution 1. Select the one that matches your problem and follow the troubleshooting steps.īlack, blue, other-dark-colored, or backlit screenįirmware interface (UEFI) configuration screenĪ blue Choose an option screen with options like Use a device and Troubleshoot. If your Surface is turned on but Windows doesn’t start up correctly, you may see one of the screens below. If your Surface stops responding while installing updates: See Trouble installing Surface updates? Which screen do you see?
If Windows starts but then freezes or stops responding: See Windows stops responding on Surface. If you're using a docking station, remove your Surface from it.īefore trying these solutions, make sure that you’ve checked your connections as described in Surface battery won’t charge or Surface won't run on battery. This includes the Type Cover, accessories, adapters, external monitor, and microSD card. Leave your Surface plugged in to the power supply included with the device, then remove all accessories. If Windows doesn’t start correctly when you turn on your Surface, here are solutions for some of the more common screens that might appear.
