The third-generation Surface Book, the only Surface Book that supports Windows 11 and the last model of its quirky form factor, received a new firmware update. It contains a new Surface UEFI update and newer Intel Wi-Fi and Bluetooth drivers.
According to the official changelog, the update addresses security vulnerabilities. However, unlike the latest update for the Intel-based Surface Laptop 4, which lists its patched security issues, the latest update for the Surface Book 3 does not specify what exactly was resolved.
Here are the official release notes for the Surface Book 3:
The following update is available for Surface Book 3 devices running Windows 10 October 2022 Update, Version 22H2, or greater.
Improvements and fixes:
- Addresses security vulnerabilities, securing devices from potential threats.
Here is the list of new drivers:
| Windows Update Name | Windows Device Manager |
|---|---|
| Surface - Firmware - 20.105.140.0 | Surface UEFI - Firmware |
| 23.60.0.10 | Intel - net - 23.60.0.10 |
| 23.60.0.1 | Intel Corporation - Bluetooth - 23.60.0.1 |
Here is extra information about the release:
| Supported Configurations | 13-inch Surface Book 3 15-inch Surface Book 3 |
|---|---|
| Supported Windows Versions | Windows 10 version 22H2 and newer Windows 11 version 22H2 and newer |
| Update Size | 1.6 GB (manual installation only) |
| Additional Steps | The update does not require extra steps before or after installation |
| Known Issues | The update does not contain any known issues |
To update your Surface Book 3 with the latest firmware, head to Settings > Windows Update and click "Check for updates." You can also download a manual installation package from the official Surface Support website. It contains all the previous releases, just like cumulative updates for Windows.
The Surface Book 3 is now in its final support year. According to the official documentation, Microsoft will stop issuing firmware updates for the Surface Book 3 on April 1, 2025. However, the computer will continue receiving operating system updates and new features.