Add a Bluetooth device

Devices that use Bluetooth® wireless technology such as phones, wireless headsets, and wireless mice and keyboards can be used with your Surface.

Step 1: Make sure your Bluetooth device is on and discoverable

Turn on the device, and then make it discoverable. To learn how to make a device discoverable, check the info that came with your Bluetooth device or go to the manufacturer’s website.

Step 2: Make sure Bluetooth is on

1. Open the Settings charm, and then tap or click Change PC Settings.
2. Tap or click Wireless.
3. Make sure Bluetooth is set to On.

Step 3: Add the Bluetooth device

1. Tap or click Devices (in PC settings).
2. Tap or click Add a device.
3. Select your Bluetooth device from the list of wireless devices.
4. If the accessory requires a passcode (sometimes called a pairing code), you’ll be prompted for it. If you don’t know the passcode, check the info that came with your device or go to the manufacturer’s website.

Tips

• When connecting a phone, make sure your phone is unlocked and showing the Bluetooth settings screen.
• If you add a Bluetooth keyboard, you can disable your Touch Cover or Type Cover by folding it back or removing it.
• If Windows isn't finding a device you want to add, see Why isn't Windows finding my device?
  For more info about device installation problems, see What if a device isn't installed properly?

Compatibility

Surface RT is compatible with devices that are certified for Windows RT. These devices are marked with the certified for Windows RT logo. Some of your current devices might not work with Windows RT. To check what's compatible, see the Windows Compatibility Center.

Surface Pro is compatible with devices that are certified for Windows 8. To see what’s compatible with Windows 8, see the Windows Compatibility Center.