Surface storage

Pre-installed software and apps use a significant amount of the internal disk space on your Surface.

Applies to

Surface Book, Surface Pro 4, Surface Pro 3, Surface 3, Surface Pro 2, Surface Pro.

Operating system:

How much disk space do I have?

The amount of free disk space available for your music, photos, videos, and other content depends on which Surface you have.
Model
Available disk space
Surface Book
128 GB
256 GB
512 GB
Surface Pro 4
128 GB
256 GB
512 GB
Surface Pro 3
64 GB
36 GB
128 GB
96 GB
256 GB
211 GB
512 GB
450 GB
Note
1 GB = 1 billion bytes

How can I add storage space?

If you need more storage space, you can use one of the following storage options:

  • OneDrive: Save your files on OneDrive—free cloud storage that comes with your Microsoft account.
  • MicroSD card: Insert a microSD memory card into the microSD card slot on your Surface. If you have a Surface Book, you can use a full-size SD card.
  • USB flash drive or hard drive: Insert a USB flash drive or hard drive into the USB port on your Surface.

For more info about adding storage space, see Surface storage options.

What software and apps come with my Surface?

Apps to help you stay connected, entertained, informed, and productive come pre-installed and ready to use on your Surface.

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