How to Set up Windows Hello on Surface Book/Pro 4

Lucas Watson

Updated: January 11, 2024

Windows Hello, Microsoft's biometric authentication system integrated into Windows 10/11, provides secure device access through facial recognition or fingerprint scanning. This tutorial demonstrates how to configure Windows Hello on Surface Pro 4 and Surface Book models for password-free login optimization.

How to Set Up Windows Hello on Surface Devices: Step-by-Step Guide

Compatible with Surface Pro 4, Surface Book, and devices featuring fingerprint sensors, Windows Hello enhances security through hardware-backed identity verification. Ensure your Surface meets Microsoft's system requirements before proceeding.

Step 1: Access biometric settings via Start → Settings (gear icon) → Accounts

Step 2: Select Sign-in options → Create backup security credentials by clicking Add under PIN section

Step 3: Under Windows Hello, you can select either Fingerprint or Face. Click the Add button to add a fingerprint or the Set Up button to set up facial recognition.

Step 4: Complete biometric enrollment - Choose between Windows Hello Face (IR camera) or Fingerprint Recognition following on-screen prompts

Implement secure authentication: From your lock screen, position your face within the camera frame or swipe registered fingerprints. Successful recognition triggers instant login without manual password entry.