1. Maximize the use of Microsoft Surface across external displays
Microsoft Ignite 2016
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Maximize the use of Microsoft Surface across external displays
Craig Tellalian
Surface Global Blackbelt
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2. Background on device connections, cables, and adapters
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Background on device connections, cables, and adapters
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3. Visual interfaces DVI VGA HDMI DisplayPort
There are three variants of the DVI connector: DVI-A, DVI-D, and DVI-I. DVI-A is an analog-only connection
HDMI
Because HDMI and DVI are similar, you can convert from HDMI to DVI by adding the appropriate adapter
DisplayPort
The signal that originates from a DisplayPort can be easily converted to DVI by using a DisplayPort to DVI adapter. However, the inverse is not true. When you have to convert a DVI signal to DisplayPort, you must use a Dual-Link DVI to DisplayPort converter. You can also use a mini-DisplayPort to DisplayPort adapter.
TIP: Use an active adapter rather than a passive adapter to avoid common video problems

4. Cables and adapters Dual-link DVI-D to DVI-D (M-M)
Dual-link DVI-D to Mini-Display Port Cable (M-M)
Mini Display Port to Display Port cable
Dual-link DVI-D to DisplayPort (M-M)
Single-link DVI-D to HDMI (M-M)
Active Mini Display Port to HDMI adapter (M-F)
Mini Display Port to VGA Adapter
Mini Display Port to HDMI Adapter
Active Mini DisplayPort to DVI-D adapter (M-F)

5. Multi-monitor options
Extend your Display via
DP1.2 Daisy Chaining
. . . via Surface Dock
Throw your screen wirelessly via Miracast
. . . via MST Hub
. . . via DisplayLink over USB

6. Video display scaling challenges
23” HD, 1920 x 1080
95 DPI
63 DPI
48 DPI
27” WQHD, x 1440
108 DPI
72 DPI
54 DPI
32” UltraHD, x 2160
138 DPI
92 DPI
69 DPI
12.3” SP4, 2738 x 1824
267 DPI
178 DPI
134 DPI
13.5” SBook, 3000 x 2000
Scaling
DPI
Samsung 23” full-HD, Samsung 27” WQHD, Sharp PN-K321 32” Ultra-HD

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10. Appendices (Backup slides)
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11. Surface Book with Dock Max Configuration Supported: Description:
Up to 1 x 4k at 60Hz
Monitor plugged into mDP port on Dock
Yes
Up to 2 x 4k displays at 30Hz
Monitors plugged into mDP port on Dock
Up to 2 x 2k at 60 Hz
Up to 3* x 60 Hz:
Daisy chained using the mDP port on the Dock
1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port on Dock
2 monitors daisy chained via the 2nd mDP port on Dock
No. The challenge here is there are no 1080p monitors with daisy chaining.
Using MST Hub via one of the Dock mDP ports
2 monitors connected via MST Hub to the 2nd mDP port on Dock
No. You cannot daisy chain from the internal MST Hub in the dock to an external MST hub
Up to 3 x 60 Hz:
Using Surface Book mDP port*
1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port #1 on Dock
1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port #2 on Dock
1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port on Surface Book
No. mDP port on Surface Book is disabled while connected to Dock.
Wired/Wireless combination (up to 3* monitors)
2 plugged in to Dock
One connected using Miracast
[optional] 1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port #2 on Dock
1 monitor connected via Miracast
Yes. This should work
Wired/DisplayLink combination (up to 3* monitors)
One connected via USB DisplayLink adapter
1 monitor connected via USB DisplayLink adapter
Yes. This should work but will place additional overhead on the CPU/memory.
* In all situations with three external monitors, the internal display would need to be switched off/disabled.

12. Surface Pro 4 with Dock Max Configuration Supported: Description:
Up to 1 x 4k at 60Hz
Monitor plugged into mDP port on Dock
Yes
Up to 2 x 4k displays at 30Hz
Monitors plugged into mDP port on Dock
Up to 2 x 2k at 60 Hz
Up to 3* x 60 Hz:
Daisy chained using the mDP port on the Dock
1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port on Dock
2 monitors daisy chained via the 2nd mDP port on Dock
No. The challenge here is there are no 1080p monitors that support daisy chaining.
Using MST Hub via one of the Dock mDP ports
2 monitors connected via MST Hub to the 2nd mDP port on Dock
No. You cannot daisy chain from the internal MST Hub in the dock to an external MST hub.
Up to 3 x 60 Hz:
Using Surface Pro 4 mDP port*
1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port #1 on Dock
1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port #2 on Dock
1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port on Surface Pro 4
Yes. mDP port on Surface Pro 4 is functional while connected to the Dock.
Wired/Wireless combination (up to 3* monitors)
2 plugged in to Dock
One connected using Miracast
[optional] 1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port #2 on Dock
1 monitor connected via Miracast
Yes. This should work
Wired/DisplayLink combination (up to 3* monitors)
One connected via USB DisplayLink adapter
1 monitor connected via USB DisplayLink adapter
Yes. This should work but will place additional overhead on the CPU/memory.
* In all situations with three external monitors, the internal display would need to be switched off/disabled.

13. Surface Pro 3 with [new] Dock
Max Configuration Supported:
Description:
Supported?
Up to 1 x 4k at 60Hz
Monitor plugged into mDP port on Dock
Yes
Up to 2 x 4k displays at 30Hz
Monitors plugged into mDP port on Dock
Up to 2 x 2k at 60 Hz
Up to 3* x 60 Hz:
Daisy chained using the mDP port on the Dock
1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port on Dock
2 monitors daisy chained via the 2nd mDP port on Dock
No. The challenge here is there are no 1080p monitors that support daisy chaining.
Using MST Hub via one of the Dock mDP ports
2 monitors connected via MST Hub to the 2nd mDP port on Dock
No. You cannot daisy chain from the internal MST Hub in the dock to an external MST hub.
Up to 3 x 60 Hz:
Using Surface Pro 3 mDP port*
1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port #1 on Dock
1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port #2 on Dock
1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port on Surface Pro 3
Yes. mDP port on Surface Pro 3 is functional while connected to the Dock.
Wired/Wireless combination (up to 3* monitors)
2 plugged in to Dock
One connected using Miracast
[optional] 1 monitor plugged directly into mDP port #2 on Dock
1 monitor connected via Miracast
Yes. This should work
Wired/DisplayLink combination (up to 3* monitors)
One connected via USB DisplayLink adapter
1 monitor connected via USB DisplayLink adapter
Yes. This should work but will place additional overhead on the CPU/memory.
* In all situations with three external monitors, the internal display would need to be switched off/disabled.

14. DPI Scaling - Helpful reference articles
Scaling in Windows 10 – 12/8/2015 Display
(Initial blog by Steven Wright for those customers not adopting the Anniversary Update)
Scaling changes for the Windows 10 Anniversary Update – 8/16/2016 Display
(Follow-up blog by Peter Felts that discusses what improvements were made in RS1 and what is coming in RS2 or later)
Office roadmap for DPI improvements
(particularly Skype for Business and Powerpoint)

15. Windows Applications and Display Scaling Deeper Technical On-Demand Videos
From Build 2015
Display Scaling: What It Is and What You Need to Know About it to Have Great Visuals
Slide Deck   
From Build 2014
Windows Desktop Development Platform Advancements
 From Build 2013
Making Your Desktop Apps Shine on High- DPI Displays

16. Reference sites Connect Surface to a TV, monitor, or projector
Trouble connecting Surface to a second screen?
Troubleshoot Surface Dock
Display Scaling in Windows 10
Display Scaling: What It Is and What You Need to Know About it to Have Great Visuals