Microsoft has started rolling out new firmware updates for Surface Pro 11. The latest update is available for Surface Pro (11th Edition) running Windows 11, Version 24H2 or later.
The new firmware update resolves an issue where the display may stop working and show a black screen. and restores the Battery Limit option to the Surface Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) settings, allowing customers to turn the setting on or off. When the Battery Limit option is turned on, the battery stops charging when it reaches 50% of maximum charge capacity. . The update is listed as a “September 16 release” on the Surface Pro 11 Update History page.
Changelog for September 16, 2025 Updates
Microsoft has provided the complete changelog for the new updates. It comprises the name and version listed in Windows Updates and the name mentioned in Device Manager.
| Windows Update Name | Device Manager |
|---|---|
| 175.148.235.0 | Surface UEFI – Firmware |
Getting the Updates via Windows Update
You can get this new Firmware Update via Windows Updates, as we detailed here:
- Go to Start > Settings (Win + I)
- Go to Windows Update and click on the “Check for updates” button
If your Surface Pro did not receive the update, it should now be available on the Windows Update list.
Downloading the Updates from Microsoft
Alternatively, you can download the latest cumulative driver and firmware update for Surface Pro 11 from the Microsoft Download Center via the following links.
- Surface Pro 11 Drivers and Firmware
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=106119 - Surface Pro 11 Download Center
https://surfacetip.com/download/surface-pro-11/
Surface Pro 11 Update History
Strengthen your device’s security. We’ve addressed potential security vulnerabilities that may lead to unexpected shutdowns and privilege escalation. , be productive when using a virtual private network (VPN). We've resolved an issue where devices have no cellular network connectivity when using a VPN, ensure you have the correct connectivity settings. We’ve fixed an issue where your cellular setting changes to SIM card, overriding your previous eSIM selection. , and more.View
- Get improved security to help protect your device from unauthorized access. We’ve addressed a fingerprint authentication bypass security vulnerability to prevent spoofing attacks. and maximize your efficiency with stable keyboard functionality. We’ve resolved an issue where the keyboard stops responding after the device comes out of hibernation.View
- Improves stability so devices connected to Surface Dock 2 can boot successfully with the Preboot Execution Environment (PXE), addresses an issue where the device encounters an error and needs to be restarted, and fixes an issue where the startup process fails.View
- Addresses potential security vulnerabilities related to Qualcomm advisories CVE-2025-27065, CVE-2025-27066, CVE-2025-27073, and CVE-2025-27075 that may cause memory corruption or allow denial of service. and enables shared audio (preview) feature via the Windows Insider Program.View
- Fixes an issue where customers cannot stream video during video conference calls or record video with the Windows Camera app when using Windows Studio effects.View
- Resolves an issue where the display may stop working and show a black screen. and restores the Battery Limit option to the Surface Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) settings, allowing customers to turn the setting on or off. When the Battery Limit option is turned on, the battery stops charging when it reaches 50% of maximum charge capacity. .
- Improves wake-up speed by optimizing power management to delay the system’s transition into hibernate mode.View
- Addresses security vulnerabilities that might expose the system to an insecure state, fixes an issue that caused unexpected shutdowns to occur after updates were installed and shutdowns related to the monitor display, fixes an issue that caused the backlight to flash when devices were used at the lowest brightness level, and enables a new battery-charging feature in the Surface app to extend the battery life and improve flexibility, allowing users to choose options for smart charging, limiting to 80%, or temporarily charging to 100%.View
- Ensures the Surface USB4 Dock for Business is updated with the latest features, improvements, and security patches to maintain its performance, compatibility with other devices, and overall security, improves system stability and display experience by reducing Timeout Detection and Recovery (TDR) events, which led to the system becoming unresponsive or crashing. , supports AI related experience by enhancing the performance and compatibility of the latest NPU models and ensuring alignment with the latest applications. , and enhances the stability of the device, reducing the occurrence of blue screen.View
- Resolves an issue because of which the Wake On LAN (WOL) feature does not function correctly when using Surface Dock 2 or Surface Thunderbolt™ 4 Dock via USB-C while the device is in the Hibernate or Shutdown state. , addresses an issue where the Network BitLocker unlock feature fails when using a Surface Thunderbolt™ 4 Dock during a cold boot. , fixes an issue that was preventing theView
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