Tablet Microsoft Surface Dock 2

The Microsoft Surface Dock 2 is a compact docking station engineered to expand connectivity for Microsoft Surface devices. It uses the Microsoft Surface Connector to provide power and multiple data and display connections, enabling a desktop-style setup for Surface Pro (5th Gen), Surface Pro with LTE Advanced and Surface Laptop (1st Gen). The dock’s black enclosure measures approximately 130 mm x 70 mm x 30 mm and is designed to sit unobtrusively on a desk while consolidating cables and peripherals.

Advantages

The Surface Dock 2 offers a single connection point that delivers power and connects multiple monitors, wired networking and peripheral devices simultaneously. Its compact footprint saves desk space while providing a predictable, durable connection interface. Built to match Surface device requirements, the dock reduces the need for multiple adapters and improves workflow continuity when switching between mobile and desktop use.

Suitable for

• Expanding a Surface tablet into a workstation with external monitors and full-size peripherals
• Home office setups where fast reconnection to a single docking point is needed
• Office environments that require wired Ethernet, additional USB ports and reliable power delivery
• Remote work or hot-desk scenarios where rapid docking/undocking reduces setup time

Key specifications

• Connection type: Microsoft Surface Connector designed for compatible Surface models
• Physical dimensions: approximately 130 mm (width) × 70 mm (depth) × 30 mm (height)
• Colour: black
• Ports and interfaces: multiple data, video and USB connections for peripherals and external displays (exact port count varies by model compatibility)
• Power delivery: supplies power to connected Surface devices through the Surface Connector

How to use

Place the dock on a stable surface near your workspace and connect its power supply. Attach the dock to your Surface device using the Microsoft Surface Connector; once connected, the dock will provide power and enable access to its video outputs, USB ports and network connection. Connect external monitors, keyboard, mouse and other peripherals to the appropriate ports on the dock. When disconnecting, follow a normal device shutdown or eject procedure for any external drives before detaching the Surface from the dock.

Usage recommendations

For reliable performance, use the Surface Dock 2 with supported Surface models and keep the dock’s firmware and the Surface device up to date. Ensure ventilation around the dock and avoid placing heavy objects on top of it. When using multiple high-resolution displays, confirm display settings on the Surface to match desired resolution and refresh rates.