Surface Laptop 5 Battery Upgrades and Random Shutdown Fixes
If you’re experiencing unexpected shutdowns with your Surface Laptop 5 while it’s plugged in, there’s good news. Microsoft has rolled out a crucial firmware update aimed at resolving these shutdown issues, enhancing battery performance, and mitigating a notable security vulnerability.
Key Improvements in the Latest Firmware
The firmware update is tailored for Surface Laptop 5 devices running Windows 10 version 22H2 or higher. Here’s a summary of the key improvements and fixes included in this update:
Official Changelog
- The Smart Charging feature is enhanced, activating protective measures only when necessary to prolong battery life and health.
- A fix has been implemented for the Smart Charging mode to ensure it accurately reflects its status when changes are made via the Surface App.
- A significant security vulnerability within the Surface System Aggregator Module has been addressed through reinforced authentication protocols.
- Resolves issues related to the device shutting down unexpectedly while connected to a power source.
Driver Details
In conjunction with firmware improvements, new drivers have been introduced. Below are the relevant details:
| Update via Windows Update | Driver in Device Manager |
|---|---|
| Surface – Firmware – 15.204.139.0 | Surface System Aggregator – Firmware |
Additional Information for Users
Here’s a quick overview of the update specifics:
| Compatible Devices | 13-inch and 15-inch Surface Laptop 5 |
|---|---|
| Supported OS Versions | Windows 10 version 22H2 and newer, Windows 11 version 22H2 and newer |
| Update Size | 595 MB (manual installation required) |
| Installation Notes | No additional steps are required once the update is downloaded. |
| Known Issues | No current known issues are associated with this update. |
How to Update Your Device
To update your Surface Laptop 5, navigate to Settings > Windows Update. For users who prefer offline installations, Microsoft offers downloadable packages containing all firmware updates for the Surface Laptop 5, which can be accessed on the official Surface Support website.
Surface Laptop 5 Lifecycle
Launched on October 25, 2022, the Surface Laptop 5 is designed for a standard support lifecycle of six years, which means it will receive updates until October 25, 2028.
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