Microsoft 1645 Users Manual

Surface 3 User Guide

With Windows 8.1

Published: 2015

Version 1.0

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Contents

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Meet Surface 3

Surface 3 features 1

Set up your Surface 3

The basics

Power and charging 4

Get online: networking

Accounts and sign in

Additional accounts 6

Get to know Windows

Start screen 9

Open an app 10

Charms 10

The familiar desktop 10

Learn more about Windows 11

Keep your Surface up to date

Install updates manually 11

View your update history 11

Make sure you have the latest Surface updates 12

Surface Pen and OneNote

Set up Surface Pen 12

Surface Pen features 13

Explore OneNote 14

Use Surface Pen in other apps 14

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Type Cover keyboard and touchpad

Touchpad 16

Storage

How much space do I have? 17

OneDrive: Your personal cloud

Save and open files 17

Get to your files from anywhere 18

Connect accessories and devices

Connect a TV, monitor, or projector 19

Connect a USB accessory (printer, mouse, and more) 21

Add a Bluetooth accessory 21

Add an audio accessory 21

Print or scan 22

Surface audio features

Adjust the volume 22

Record audio 23

Set the default audio device 23

Change which sounds play 24

Cameras and the Camera app

Take a photo 24

Take a panorama 24

Record a video 25

Take a photo or video from the lock screen 25

Adjust the focus 25

Apps on your Surface

Find and open an app 26

Switch between apps 26

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Close an app 27

Change settings for an app 27

Built-in apps 28

Microsoft Office 32

More installed apps 32

Install more apps 34

Customization and settings

Personalize your lock screen 36

Personalize your Start screen 36

Adjust your touchscreen settings 37

Sync your settings 37

Add a language 37

Desktop settings 38

Accessibility

Ease of Access on the sign-in screen 39

Care and cleaning

Protect your Surface from viruses 39

Touchscreen care 40

Cover care 40

Battery care 40

Registration, repair, and warranty

Repair 41

Warranty 41

More help

Meet Surface 3

Surface 3 features

Power button

Press the power button to turn Surface 3 on. When Surface 3 is on, press

Windows button

The Windows button takes you to the Start screen, where you can open

Touchscreen

Use the 10.8” ClearType full HD Plus display, with its 3:2 aspect ratio and

Kickstand

Flip out the 3-position kickstand to work or play comfortably at your desk,

Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Surface supports standard Wi-Fi protocols (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) and

Cameras

Surface 3 features an 8 megapixel rear-facing camera with autofocus, and

Microphone

A stereo microphone you can use for calls and recordings.

Stereo speakers and

Stereo speakers with Dolby® enhanced sound let you listen to music,

Meet Surface 3, the tablet that can replace your laptop. Use this guide to get started with your Surface 3. For more Surface 3 details and how-to info, go online to Surface.com.

and hold the power button to shut down. You’ll also use the power button to put Surface to sleep, and to wake it when you’re ready to start working again.

your apps quickly, search your Surface or the web, and more. If you’re already at the Start screen, the Windows button takes you back to the last app you were using.

1920 x 1280 resolution display, to watch HD movies, browse the web, and use your favorite apps.

10-point multi-touch lets you use your fingers to select, zoom, and move things around.

on the couch, or while giving a hands free presentation.

Bluetooth® 4.0. Connect to a wireless network and use Bluetooth devices such as keyboards, mice, printers, and headsets.

a 3.5 megapixel fixed focus front-facing camera Both cameras record video in 1080p, with a 16:9 aspect ratio (widescreen). Front and back privacy lights help make sure there are no surprises.

headset jack

podcasts, and audio books. For a little more privacy, plug your favorite headset into the headset jack.

Ports and connectors

Surface 3 has the ports you expect in a full-feature laptop:

Software • Windows 8.1 operating system

your

Processor

The Intel® Quad Core Atom™ processor provides the speed and

Memory and storage

Choose from 2 GB RAM with 64 GB storage or 4 GB RAM with 128 GB

• Full-size USB 3.0 port

Connect a USB accessory—like a mouse, printer, Ethernet adapter, USB drive, or smartphone.

• Micro USB charging port

Charge Surface 3 using the Micro USB charging port and included Micro USB power supply. (The charging port is only for charging Surface 3 and not for transferring data).

• MicroSD card slot

Use the microSD card slot for extra storage and transferring files.

• Mini DisplayPort version 1.1

Share what’s on your Surface screen by connecting it to an HDTV, monitor, or projector (video adapters are sold separately).

• Cover connectors

Add a thin, backlit, click-in keyboard—Surface 3 Type Cover (sold separately) also helps protect your touchscreen while you’re on the go.

Windows 8.1 provides and endless array of options for entertainment and productivity at school, home, or on the go.

• Apps

Use the variety of built-in apps featured on your Start screen, and install tons more apps from the Windows Store.

Since Surface 3 runs Windows 8.1, you can install and use favorite desktop apps.

power you need for smooth, fast performance.

storage. See Surface storage on Surface.com for info on formatted storage capacity.

Sensors

Four sensors—compass, ambient light sensor, accelerometer, and

Set up your Surface 3

If you have a Surface 3

Grab the power supply, plug

Press the power button to turn

gyroscope—enable apps to do things like track motion and determine location.

Type Cover, click it into place and open the kickstand.

the Micro USB connector into the Micro USB charging port, and plug the other end of the cable into an electrical outlet.

Surface 3 on.

Windows starts, and guides you through the setup process.

Use the Surface 3 touchscreen or Surface 3 Type Cover to enter info during the setup process. To set up Surface 3, you’ll also need:

• An Internet connection (recommended). Setup will automatically try to connect to a

network. If your network requires a password, you’ll need to have it handy. If you don’t have an Internet connection, you can still set up your Surface, but you won’t get the latest Windows and Surface updates until you’re online.

• An account name. If you have a Microsoft account, use it to set up your Surface 3. A

Microsoft account is an email address and password you use to sign in to other Microsoft services like Xbox, Hotmail, Outlook.com, OneDrive, Skype, or Windows Phone. If you don’t already have a Microsoft account, we recommend you can create one during setup. If you prefer, create a local account. For more info, see Microsoft account or local

account?

For more info on getting set up, see Set up your Surface on Surface.com.

The basics

Power and charging

To charge Surface 3:

To check the battery level, open the desktop and select

Make your battery last

Touch, keyboard, pen, and mouse

1. Plug the Micro USB connector into the Micro USB

charging port on Surface 3.

2. Plug the full size USB connector on the other end

of the cable into the power supply.

3. Plug the power supply into an electrical outlet.

It takes 2-4 hours to charge Surface 3 fully from an empty state, but can take more time if you’re actively using Surface 3 for power intensive activities like gaming or video streaming.

Note Be sure to use only the included power supply and charging cables for charging your Surface 3. We don’t recommend using any other chargers or charging cables with Surface 3.

the battery status icon in the right side of the taskbar.

For info on how to conserver power and make your Surface battery last longer, see Surface Pro

and Surface 3 battery and power on Surface.com. To learn about settings that control how your

Surface uses power, see Power plans: Frequently asked questions on Windows.com.

With Surface, you can easily switch between using touch, a keyboard, mouse, or pen.

• Touch. You can use your fingers on the touchscreen, the same as you would on a

smartphone. For example, drag your finger across the screen to scroll. For demos of the gestures you can use, see Touch: Tap, swipe, and beyond on Surace.com.

Get online: networking

Connect to a Wi-Fi network

Connect to a wired network

• Keyboard. Click in a Surface 3 Type Cover (sold separately) or use a full-size USB or

Bluetooth keyboard. There’s also a built-in on-screen keyboard you can use. For more info, see How to use the Surface on-screen keyboard on Surface.com.

• Touchpad or mouse. Use the Type Cover touchpad, or connect a USB or Bluetooth

mouse. See Touchpad use and settings, Connect a USB mouse, printer, and more, and

Add a Bluetooth device on Surface.com more info.

• Surface Pen. Take notes, draw, and mark up documents using Surface Pen (sold

separately). You can jot a quick note in OneNote, even when you have Surface 3 locked. Just click the pen and start writing. Your note will be in the Quick Notes section of OneNote the next time you sign in. For more info, see Using Surface Pen on Surface.com.

1. Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, and select Settings > wireless network .

2. Select a network name, and select Connect. (If you want to connect to this network every

time it's in range, select Connect automatically).

3. If prompted, enter your network security key (network password), and select Next. If you

need help finding your wireless network password, see How to find your wireless

network password on Surface.com.

4. Choose whether to connect to other PCs and devices on the network. Choose No if

you’re connecting to a network in a public place like a café.

1. Plug a USB to Ethernet adapter (sold separately) into the USB port on your Surface.

2. Plug an Ethernet cable into the adapter, and plug the other end of the cable into your

router or an Ethernet network port.

3. Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, select Settings > wired network .

4. If prompted, enter your user name and password.

5. To see if you’re online, go to Start , and open Internet Explorer.

Disconnect from a network

Accounts and sign in

Sign in and sign out

Additional accounts

1. Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, select Settings > wireless network (or

wired network ).

2. Select the network with a Connected status, and choose Disconnect.

To sign in:

1. Turn on or wake Surface by pressing the power button.

2. Swipe up on the screen or tap a key on the keyboard.

3. If you see your account name and account picture, enter your password and select the

right arrow or press Enter on your keyboard.

4. If you see a different account name, select the left arrow. Then select your own account,

enter your password, and select the right arrow or press Enter on your keyboard.

To sign out:

• Go to Start , select your account name in the upper-right corner, and then select Sign

out.

Each person who uses your Surface should have his or her own account to sign in. When you set up your Surface, your account is created based on the info you supply.

From this account, you can create, modify, or remove other accounts. If you want, you can give other accounts these abilities too. For details, see Managing accounts.

First, though, think about whether any new account you create will be a local account that works only on this one Surface, or a Microsoft account (an email address and password that you use to sign in to Windows). A Microsoft account is provides the best experience.

Later, you can decide what level of control the account should have: Standard, Administrator, or

Child.

Microsoft account or local account?

Microsoft account

Local account

An email address and password you use to

A user name and password that only works on You can keep your personal settings in sync

You need to personalize each computer

When you sign in to your Surface with your

You’ll need to sign on to services like

Documents, photos, and other files you create

Your files aren’t automatically saved to the If you forget the password for a Microsoft

If you forget the password for your local

Here are some key differences between a Microsoft account and a local account:

sign in on computers running Windows 8.1 or later, and to sign in to other Microsoft services like Xbox, Hotmail, Outlook.com, OneDrive, Skype, or Windows Phone.

with any other PC you have running Windows

8.1 or Windows RT 8.1 that you sign into with your Microsoft account.

Microsoft account, you’re also connected to your OneDrive, Skype, and Windows Store accounts.

are saved to your OneDrive by default. OneDrive is like a local folder that follows you wherever you sign in with your Microsoft account.

this one computer.

individually.

OneDrive, Skype, or Windows Store each time you want to access them.

cloud.

account, you can go to

https://account.live.com/password/reset to

reset your password online.

If you’re not sure whether you have a Microsoft account, or you can't remember the email address you used with those services, you can easily sign up for a new, free email address. See

Create a user account on Windows.com to learn how.

account, Microsoft can’t help you reset your password or access your files.

Account types: Standard, Administrator, or Child

Manage accounts with an Administrator account

The account type determines what you can do using that account. These are the account types you can assign to an account:

• Administrator. When you sign in with an administrator account, you can create, change,

or remove (delete) other accounts, and you can set the account type on other accounts you create. You can also install apps.

The first account on your Surface is always an administrator account. To create a new administrator account, you need to first create the new account, and then edit it to make it an administrator account.

• Standard. People using a Standard account can create and edit files and personalize

their settings, but they can’t create, change, or remove any other accounts. They may not be able to install some apps. When you create a new account, it’s a standard account unless you edit the account to make it an administrator account, or you set it up as a Child account.

• Child. Child accounts are controlled by the Family Safety settings you apply to the

account. See Keep your kids safer on the PC on Windows.com to learn how to turn on Family Safety features.

When you sign in with an Administrator account, you can create, change, or remove other accounts.

To create an account

1. Sign in with an Administrator account.

2. Go to Start , and select PC settings > Accounts > Other accounts > Add an account.

3. Enter the email address the new account will use to sign in to Windows, and select Next.

If you know the email address the new account user uses to sign into Microsoft services, enter it. Or, you can sign up for a new email address, add a child’s account, or sign in without a Microsoft account (not recommended).

To set an account type:

1. Sign in with an Administrator account.

2. Go to Start , and select PC settings > Accounts > Other accounts, and select the

account you want to change.

Get to know Windows

Start screen

Start is the heart of your Surface—it’s

3. Select Edit, and under Account type, choose the account type, and select OK.

To delete an account:

1. Sign in with an Administrator account.

2. Go to Start , and select PC settings > Accounts > Other accounts, and select the

account you want to remove.

3. Select Remove > Delete account and data.

For more on accounts, see All about accounts on Surface.com.

There are several ways to get to Start:

• Tap the Windows button on your Surface.

• Press the Windows logo key on your keyboard.

• Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, and select Start .

• Move your mouse to the lower-left corner of the screen, and select Start .

Customize Start by adding, removing, rearranging, and resizing tiles. For more info, see

Personalize your PC on Windows.com.

where you open apps, check your calendar, mail, and more in live tiles, and get to your favorite websites.

From Start you can search for files, apps, and settings, and search the web.

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