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This article offers several ways to connect a Surface Laptop to one or more monitors.
You’ll likely need a video adapter.
The Surface Laptop 4’s USB-C port is used to output video.
Connect a USB-C cable to the Surface Laptop’s USB-C port.
The USB-C cable must be compatible with DisplayPort alternate mode.
Most are, but some less expensive ones cut this feature.
Check the USB-C cable’s specifications, if available.
If your monitor has a USB-C video input, connect the USB-C cable directly to the monitor.
The Surface Laptop will detect the display automatically.
Our guide toadding a second monitor in Windowswill help you find and choose the correct options.
Nearly all modern monitors support DisplayPort input but use a full-size DisplayPort connection instead of Mini DisplayPort.
You’ll need a MiniDP to DisplayPort cable.
Older monitors without DisplayPort will also require a DisplayPort toVGAorDVIadapter.
Connect the Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort cable to the Surface Laptop’s corresponding output port.
Plug the Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort cable into your monitor’s DisplayPort input.
It’s the custom, magnetically attached port used to charge and power the Surface Laptop.
The Surface Dock can handle up to two 4K monitors in addition to the Laptop’s built-in display.
Microsoft offers two Surface Dock models.
Connect the Surface Dock to the Surface Laptop via the Surface Connect port.
Connect each monitor to the Surface Dock.
If you’re using adapters, connect the adapters to the Surface Dock first, then connect your monitors.
The laptop will detect each display automatically.
Be sure to double-check the hub or dock’s video capabilities.
In some situations, you’re able to connect multiple monitors via daisy chain.
All Surface Laptop models support this.
It involves attaching one monitor to another monitor.
On your Surface, openAction Center>Connectand find your gadget and accept the connection.
