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when accidentally switched from facial recognition to PIN code

hi, does anyone know how to recover PIN code for surface 11?.......the one after you enter A1,B2,C3....I normally have facial recognition enabled, but a work colleague was trying to get a VPN sorted on it....and now I cannot remember what the code…

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asked 2026-07-23T04:39:13.9766667+00:00
duanos77 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-07-24T09:14:47.5466667+00:00
Carl-L 18,330 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Surface Pro- Keyboard doesn't work, trying to get replacement

My keyboard for my surface pro 11 no longer works. What is the best way/number to contact for a replacement? I still have the one year warranty

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asked 2026-07-21T07:12:24.3333333+00:00
Daniel Deo 0 Reputation points
edited an answer 2026-07-23T01:34:43.0933333+00:00
Clary-N 13,440 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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NEW SURFACE PRO IS A HORRIBLE!

I purchased newest Surface Pro. Currently own a Surface pro 6, and 9, both great! The new Surface bought 7/20/2026,. WHAT A MESS! The cord is short, NO PLUG, I can't use my old cords(why?). And the charge TAKES ALL NIGHT TO CHARGE. Unless this us…

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asked 2026-07-21T20:46:18.2933333+00:00
DALE FRIESEN 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-07-22T00:07:58.9033333+00:00
S.Sengupta 31,626 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
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Problems with Recommerce trade-in platform

Hello, this 3rd party platform that handles trade-in are complete cons and thieves on top of that. Almost impossible to contact and when they finally reply they give conflicting information. I sent in a trade-in that qualifies for a bonus as advertised…

Surface | Other
asked 2026-03-28T17:16:27.6666667+00:00
SS 20 Reputation points
commented 2026-07-17T17:35:39.72+00:00
Thiemo 0 Reputation points
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keycap hing

my key cap hing broke on my microsoft surface 7 how can I order a new one to replace it?

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asked 2026-07-17T00:51:47.8266667+00:00
Michael Bell 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-07-17T10:55:51.2033333+00:00
Barb Bowman 80,795 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
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ARM Surface issues

When I bought my last Surface (my third) I had no idea I was buying an ARM equipped unit. Why doesn't Microsoft highlights the Surfaces that are ARM equipped. I keep on having issues caused by the at times insufficient performance of the ARM processor.…

Surface | Other
asked 2026-07-10T02:14:31.2566667+00:00
Andrea GG 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-07-16T12:43:17.3666667+00:00
Lychee-Ng 24,300 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Unable to raise an order for my Surface Pro 9 unit online, and serial number can't get verified over the phone - help

Hi All, My Surface Pro 9 is giving out loud fan noises when the fan spins up. It's still under Microsoft Complete warranty, so I was trying to find a way to send it in for warranty. I'm based in Singapore by the way. When I try to raise a Service Order,…

Surface | Other
asked 2026-07-10T07:56:29.89+00:00
Eric Chng 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-07-16T10:11:04.84+00:00
Vikki-T 7,390 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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How can I Disable touchscreen on my Secure access Workstation.

I am unable to disable the touchscreen of my SAW machine as I am not an admin on this machine. Can anyone help me with this.

Surface | Other
asked 2026-07-10T13:38:19.9133333+00:00
Shubham Agrawal (Tata Consultancy Services Ltd) 0 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
answered 2026-07-13T10:55:24.5466667+00:00
Lychee-Ng 24,300 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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Trying to check out with purchases but keep getting blocked from doing so with error explanation: Error - CV: CASMicrosoftCV272dd9eb.1.42.

After going through the steps to build a surface tablet to purchase (finalize add-ons/accessories), When I click "review cart and check out" I am hit with the following message: Error - CV: CASMicrosoftCV272dd9eb.1.42.

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asked 2026-07-12T17:19:06.4866667+00:00
Max Busching 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-07-13T10:46:01.88+00:00
S.Sengupta 31,626 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
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Kindle access issues

I recently bought a Windows 11 Surface Pro after receiving a message that it would no longer support the Kindle app as of June 30, 2026. I'm working on my master's and use it for my texts. Now I cannot access Kindle from my new Surface Pro. I checked for…

Surface | Other
asked 2026-07-03T18:19:10.3533333+00:00
KAM 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-07-10T15:01:15.96+00:00
A & H Hatton 6 Reputation points
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my surface tablet has a virus

need phone support to help me get rid of a virus that has effected my tablet

Surface | Other
asked 2026-07-07T16:09:50.4166667+00:00
Rick Liley 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-07-10T08:02:45.0266667+00:00
Clary-N 13,440 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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surface serial hub driver code 10

device cannot start (code 10) status_device_power_failure hi! I need help how to fix this. I think i've tried everything already but nothing works.

Surface | Other
asked 2026-03-02T20:21:09.3766667+00:00
dR 10 Reputation points
edited a comment 2026-07-07T06:19:40.22+00:00
Mario 0 Reputation points
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Upgrade SSD for Surface Pro 12th gen Intel

I am going to take the plunge and update from my Surface Pro 7 to the newest Surface Pro 12th gen Intel. I do music production and need the compatibility. I need to immediately upgrade the SSD to 2 TB. From AI searches I get this result. **Replacement…

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asked 2026-06-30T22:54:20.52+00:00
Lorne White 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-07-01T03:19:24.8433333+00:00
S.Sengupta 31,626 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
3 answers

Camera Green Screen Haze

My camera is showing a green hugh on the screen. Ive tried all the settings, cleaned over the lense, ran trouble shooting and just cannot seem to get it to a normal picture. Makes me look very sick ! Any ideas or feedback to help fix the issue would be…

Surface | Other
asked 2026-06-25T16:44:14.96+00:00
Andy Pratt 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-30T03:47:48.0466667+00:00
Clary-N 13,440 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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how to get serial number from order number

how do I get serial number of a surface pro from the order number

Surface | Other
asked 2026-06-25T18:19:23.94+00:00
James Knowles 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-06-26T01:00:45.1433333+00:00
S.Sengupta 31,626 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
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Surface Pro UEFI Password Locked – Proof of Ownership Available, Need Assistance Resetting UEFI Password

Hello Microsoft Community, I am seeking assistance with a Microsoft Surface device that I legally own. The device is currently protected by a UEFI (BIOS) password that I personally set in the past, but I can no longer remember the password.…

Surface | Other
asked 2026-06-25T10:53:00.3466667+00:00
Ibrahim Ibrahim 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-06-25T15:27:28.91+00:00
Barb Bowman 80,795 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
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Feedback on Current Microsoft Surface Business Approach

Hello, I would like to share some feedback regarding the current situation around Microsoft Surface, as it is raising concerns not only on our side but also among other partners and distributors. At present, we are experiencing several challenges: The…

Surface | Other
asked 2026-06-23T14:37:10.7566667+00:00
Katty Lootens 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-06-24T10:46:32.5166667+00:00
Barb Bowman 80,795 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
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Invoice for purchased items

Hello, How do I find Invoice for Microsoft Surface that I bought. I can't see the invoice in order hostory. I have been waithing for day after items had been delivered but no joy Thank you

Surface | Other
asked 2026-06-20T16:04:12.56+00:00
Elvis Abia 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-23T14:01:21.5066667+00:00
Lychee-Ng 24,300 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
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My Microsoft surface screen is coming off

My Microsoft surface screen is popping out I need help

Surface | Other
asked 2025-06-02T23:09:48.64+00:00
Samie Martinez 5 Reputation points
answered 2026-06-18T18:27:52.35+00:00
Mary Iffrig 0 Reputation points
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Surface serial hub code 10 (invalid to operate)

I have a Surface Pro 5th gen (2017), I have some problem here. The driver "surface serial hub" suddenly shows code 10 when i update my drivers. It won't show the battery icon but the keyboard works fine, i tried everything from uninstall and…

Surface | Other
asked 2026-06-14T05:03:03.32+00:00
wowowow 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-06-17T14:34:30.8133333+00:00
Thomas4-N 19,510 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator