Dive into the BIOS of Your Surface Book: Here’s How to Access the Advanced Tweaks
What To Know
- While the process may differ slightly depending on the Surface Book model, this guide will provide a comprehensive overview of the various methods for entering BIOS on this popular device.
- Press and hold the Volume Up button while pressing the **Power** button on the Surface Book 2.
- If your Surface Book does not have a TPM chip, you can use one of the other methods described in this guide, such as using the Advanced Startup Options or a USB Recovery Drive.
Accessing the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) on Surface Book is essential for troubleshooting hardware issues, modifying boot settings, and updating firmware. While the process may differ slightly depending on the Surface Book model, this guide will provide a comprehensive overview of the various methods for entering BIOS on this popular device.
Method 1: Using the UEFI Firmware Settings
1. Power off your Surface Book.
2. Hold down the Volume Up button while pressing the **Power** button.
3. Continue holding down the Volume Up button until the UEFI Firmware Settings screen appears.
Method 2: Using the Advanced Startup Options
1. Power off your Surface Book.
2. Hold down the Shift key while clicking the **Restart** button on the Windows login screen.
3. Select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings.
4. Click Restart to enter the BIOS.
Method 3: Using a USB Recovery Drive
1. Create a USB recovery drive using the Microsoft Surface Recovery Image tool.
2. Insert the USB recovery drive into your Surface Book.
3. Power on your Surface Book and press **F12** to boot from the USB drive.
4. Select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings.
Method 4: Using the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE)
1. Power off your Surface Book.
2. Hold down the Volume Down button while pressing the **Power** button.
3. Continue holding down the Volume Down button until the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) screen appears.
4. Select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > UEFI Firmware Settings.
Method 5: Using a Third-Party Boot Manager
1. Install a third-party boot manager such as GRUB or Clover.
2. Configure the boot manager to boot from the BIOS.
3. Restart your Surface Book and select the BIOS option from the boot manager menu.
Method 6: Using a Surface Book 2 with a Surface Dock
1. Connect your Surface Book 2 to a Surface Dock.
2. Press and hold the Volume Up button while pressing the **Power** button on the Surface Book 2.
3. Continue holding down the Volume Up button until the Surface Dock‘s UEFI Firmware Settings screen appears.
Method 7: Using a Surface Book with a TPM Chip
1. Power off your Surface Book.
2. Hold down the Volume Down button while pressing the **Power** button.
3. Continue holding down the Volume Down button until the TPM Setup screen appears.
4. Enter your TPM password (if prompted).
5. Select UEFI Firmware Settings to enter the BIOS.
Final Thoughts
Entering BIOS on Surface Book can be a straightforward process if you follow the steps outlined in this guide. By having access to the BIOS, you can perform various tasks to optimize your device’s performance and troubleshoot any hardware issues.
Quick Answers to Your FAQs
Q: Why am I unable to enter BIOS using the Volume Up button?
A: Make sure you are holding down the Volume Up button before pressing the Power button. If the issue persists, try using a different method.
Q: What should I do if I don’t have a TPM chip on my Surface Book?
A: If your Surface Book does not have a TPM chip, you can use one of the other methods described in this guide, such as using the Advanced Startup Options or a USB Recovery Drive.
Q: Can I make changes to the BIOS settings?
A: Yes, you can make changes to the BIOS settings, but it is recommended to proceed with caution. Only modify settings that you understand and are confident about.
