Microsoft Surface Pro Getting Started Manual

Page 56 Networking Surface has built-in Wi-Fi that you can use to connect to a wireless network. Once connected, you can browse the Internet, get apps from the Windows Store, send email, and access other computers and devices on your network. Connect to a wireless network Use the following steps to connect to a wireless network: 1. Swipe in from the right-edge of the screen, tap Settings, and then tap or click the wireless network icon ( ). A list of available wireless networks appears. 2. Tap or click the network that you want to connect to. 3. Select Connect automatically ...

Page 62 Clean and care for Surface To keep your Surface looking and working great, clean the touchscreen and keyboard frequently, and keep Surface covered when you’re not using it. Touchscreen care Scratches, finger grease, dust, chemicals, and ultraviolet light can affect the performance of your touchscreen. Here are a few things you can do to help protect the screen:  Clean frequently The Surface touchscreen has been coated to make it easier to clean. You don’t need to rub hard to remove fingerprints or oily spots. To avoid scratches, use a soft, lint-free cloth to ...

Page 25 Tips  To quickly pause audio, press the volume rocker and then tap the on-screen pause button.  To mute audio, press the mute key on Touch Cover or Type Cover (F1). Add sound accessories The headset jack works for both audio output and microphone input. You can plug headphones or a headset with a microphone into the headset jack or the USB port. For bigger sound, connect an external USB or Bluetooth speaker. For more info, see the Add, view, and manage your devices section in this guide. ...

Page 63 Battery care Surface has an internal lithium-ion battery.  Operating temperature Surface is designed to work between 32°F and 95°F (or 0°C to 35°C). Lithium-ion batteries are sensitive to high temperatures, so keep your Surface out of the sun and don’t leave it in a hot car.  Recharge anytime The battery doesn’t need to be empty or low before you recharge. You can recharge the battery whenever you’d like. However, it’s best to let the battery run down at least once per month before you recharge it.  Battery lifespan The battery has limited rech ...

Page 48 Add, view, and manage your devices and printers You can add wired and wireless devices, see all connected devices, and troubleshoot a device that isn't working properly in the Devices and Printers section of Control Panel in the desktop. Devices can include mobile phones, music players, cameras, external drives, keyboards, and mice. Add a device You can add devices using PC Settings or Control Panel. Add a device using PC Settings 1. Open the Settings charm and then tap or click Change PC settings. 2. Tap or click Devices, and then tap or click Add a device. Add a dev ...

Page 13 Touch: swipe, tap, and beyond These are some new touch interactions that you can use with Windows: What we say How to do it What it does Tap Tap once on something. Opens what you tap. Press and hold Press and hold your finger down for a few seconds. Shows options related to what you’re doing (like right-clicking with a mouse). Slide to scroll Drag your finger across the screen. Scrolls through what’s on the screen. Pinch or stretch Pinch your thumb and forefinger together or move them apart. Zooms in or out of a website, map, or picture. ...

Page 6 Add your email accounts The first time you start the Mail app, you're prompted to set up an account. You can add accounts from Outlook, Hotmail, Google, AOL, Yahoo!, and even your work email. To add an email account to the Mail app: 1. From the Start screen, tap or click Mail. 2. Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, tap or click Settings, and then tap or click Accounts. 3. Tap or click Add an account, and then select the type of account you want to add. 4. Type your email address and password, and then tap Connect. Most accounts can be added with only your user ...

Page iii Contents Meet Surface ....................................................................................................................................... 1 How does Windows RT differ from Windows 8 Pro? ..................................................... 2 Surface accessories ...................................................................................................................... 2 Get Help and Support ................................................................................................................ 3 Setup ........................... ...