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Microsoft Surface Docking Station 2

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Use Surface Dock

Surface Devices Surface

The Surface Dock is designed so you can switch quickly from your Surface on the go to using it
as a full desktop PC. If you have a docking station, see Use Surface docking station.

Get to know your Surface Dock


Use the Surface Dock to connect your Surface to full-size monitors, an ethernet connection,
external speakers, and more. It also charges your Surface. If you're not sure which dock you have,
go to Identify your Surface Dock and features.

Ports
Get to know the ports on your Surface Dock.

Power The power jack connects your dock to


jack its power supply.
USB-C Port Use this port to connect USB-C
(on Surface accessories.
Dock 2)
The USB-C ports on the back of
Surface Dock 2 can be connected to an
external monitor. Depending on your
monitor's video output ports, you may
need a display adapter (sold separately).
Mini Use this port to connect to your external
DisplayPort monitor. Depending on your monitor's
(on Surface video output ports, you may need a
Dock) display adapter (sold separately).
USB ports Transfer large files to an external drive,
connect a USB printer or headset,
charge accessories, and more.
Audio port Connect your favorite audio
accessories, such as wired speakers or
headphones, to your dock’s 3.5mm
audio port.
Ethernet When you need the reliability and speed
port of a wired network connection, connect
your Surface to a wired network using
the ethernet port.

Set up your Surface Dock


After you've unpacked your dock, put it where you want on your desk and leave out any
necessary cords or cables to get to them easily. Now you're ready to set it up.

Set up your workspace and plug in

1. Plug the AC end of the dock power cord into a power source, then plug the other end into the
power jack on the dock.

2. If you want to use a wired network connection, connect a network cable to the Ethernet port.

3. Connect your USB computer peripherals to the USB ports.

4. Connect a video cable from your monitor to the Mini DisplayPort on your Surface Dock. If you
have Surface Dock 2, connect the video cable to the USB-C port on the back.
If your monitor cable doesn't have either of these connectors, you'll need to buy another cable
or an adapter. For more info on adapters, go to Connect Surface to a TV, monitor, or projector.

5. Connect any audio accessories, such as wired speakers or headphones.

Without external speakers, you may not hear audio when you're using your Surface. To learn
how to switch to the built-in speakers on your Surface, go to Troubleshoot Surface Dock and
docking stations.

Connect your Surface to your dock


After you've set up your workspace, connect the SurfaceConnect on the dock to your Surface. If
you have a Surface Pro, you can leave the microSD card in the microSD card slot.

Set up your monitor


After you’ve connected your Surface and your external monitor to the dock, you can choose what
to display on each screen. Here’s how:

1. Go to Start > Settings > System > Display .

2. Under Multiple displays, choose one of the following options:

Duplicate these displays. Your screen appears on two screens.

Extend these displays. Your screen is spread over two screens, and you can drag items
between the two screens.

Show only on __. Your screen appears on the selected screen, and the other screen is
blank.

Note: To learn how to change the screen resolution, go to Trouble connecting Surface to a second
screen.

Get the latest Surface and Windows updates


To make sure your Surface is working properly, get the latest updates. For more info, see Install
Surface and Windows updates. When updating, make sure your Surface is connected to your
Surface Dock and is getting power.

For more info on updating your Surface Dock, go to Update your Surface Dock.

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