Surface storage/reader components
Surface hardware differs substantially by generation, and many models do not include a memory-card slot. Microsoft provides Windows Update and downloadable driver/firmware packages only for listed Surface models and supported Windows releases. Confirm that the exact Surface has a reader and use its model-specific package; this family name does not imply a universal storage or card-reader component.
Family profile
- Reference coverage
- 10, 11
- Hardware category
- Card Readers
- Manufacturer
- Microsoft Surface
- Related families listed
- 12 in this category, 14 elsewhere from Microsoft Surface
This coverage label describes releases discussed by this publication, not certified compatibility. Confirm the exact device or PC model, hardware revision, current Windows release, and current package requirements on the publisher source before making a change. Windows 10 Home and Pro reached end of support on October 14, 2025. Extended security updates and other editions have separate lifecycle terms; a driver listing does not extend Windows support.
Microsoft Surface storage/reader components at a glance
| Detail | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Reader type | Integrated Surface storage and reader components |
| Connection | Internal, validated as one Surface driver set |
| Driver needed | Yes, delivered as part of the set |
| Driver source | Windows Update, or Microsoft's per-model package |
| Wake-from-sleep | Varies by Surface generation and applicable package |
| Speed ceiling | Set by the Surface generation's hardware |
How to tell this is what you have
- First verify that the exact Surface model has a memory-card slot
- Use the model-specific Microsoft driver and firmware page
Worth knowing: Surface accessory and storage components are delivered via Windows Update and Microsoft's model driver package.
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Official sources and citations
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- Microsoft Surface downloads and documentation
Microsoft Surface: Use this publisher-maintained page to match the exact Microsoft Surface model and operating-system release before selecting a package.
- Windows 10 Home and Pro lifecycle
Microsoft Lifecycle: Lifecycle documentation for Windows 10 Home and Pro; separately governed editions and servicing channels can have different dates.
- USB class drivers included in Windows
Microsoft Learn: Class-driver context for conforming USB devices; this does not establish features or support for an unnamed reader.
- Surface drivers and firmware by model
Microsoft documentation: Model selector; confirm that the exact Surface generation contains the relevant reader.
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Other card readers families to compare
Microsoft Surface storage/reader components next to the other 12 families in this category
| Family | Manufacturer | Reference coverage | How you recognize it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Surface storage/reader components (this page) | Microsoft Surface | 10, 11 | First verify that the exact Surface model has a memory-card slot |
| Realtek PCIe/USB Card Reader Controller | Realtek | 10, 11 | May list a Realtek PCIe or USB card reader controller in Device Manager |
| Dell integrated media card reader driver (Latitude, XPS, Inspiron) | Dell | 10, 11 | Only configurations physically equipped with a reader apply |
| HP integrated media card reader driver (EliteBook, Pavilion, ENVY) | HP | 10, 11 | Slot on an EliteBook, Pavilion, or ENVY chassis |
| Lenovo integrated card reader driver (ThinkPad, IdeaPad, Yoga) | Lenovo | 10, 11 | Slot on a ThinkPad, IdeaPad, or Yoga chassis |
| ASUS integrated card reader driver (Zenbook, Vivobook, laptops) | ASUS | 10, 11 | Slot on a Zenbook or Vivobook chassis |
| Acer integrated card reader driver (Aspire, Swift, Predator) | Acer | 10, 11 | Slot on an Aspire, Swift, or Predator chassis |
| MSI integrated card reader driver (laptops) | MSI | 10, 11 | Slot on an MSI laptop chassis |
| Gigabyte / Aorus integrated card reader driver (laptops) | Gigabyte | 10, 11 | Slot on a Gigabyte or Aorus laptop |
| Kingston USB card readers (Workflow / MobileLite) | Kingston | 10, 11 | External USB reader on a cable, not a built-in slot |
| Samsung microSD USB reader/adapter | Samsung | 10, 11 | Compact USB adapter for a single microSD card |
| SanDisk / Western Digital USB card readers (ImageMate) | Western Digital | 10, 11 | External ImageMate USB reader |
| ASRock desktop board USB/card reader header support | ASRock | 10, 11 | Front-panel reader wired to a motherboard USB header |
Other Microsoft Surface families in the catalog
Microsoft Surface hardware documented outside card readers
| Family | Category | Reference coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Surface Audio | Audio & Sound | 10, 11 |
| Microsoft Surface Graphics | Graphics & Video | 10/11 only where the selected package lists this GPU or PC model |
| Microsoft Surface USB and Dock Firmware | USB & Thunderbolt | 10/11 only where listed for the exact controller or device package |
| Microsoft Surface Wi-Fi and Ethernet | Network & Wi-Fi | Varies by exact adapter, system or board model, package, and release; verify the official support page |
| Microsoft Surface Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Varies by exact radio or peripheral model, package, and release; verify the official support page |
| Microsoft Surface Platform Drivers | Motherboard Chipset | 10/11 only where listed for the exact platform package |
| Microsoft Surface Touchpad Driver | Touchpads | 10, 11 |
| Microsoft Surface Keyboard Driver | Keyboards | 10, 11 |
| Microsoft Surface Camera Driver | Webcams | 10/11 only where the exact camera or PC model lists support |
| Microsoft Surface Uefi (Semm/Dfci-managed devices) | Bios & Uefi | releases supported for the exact Surface model |
4 further Microsoft Surface families are listed on the Microsoft Surface manufacturer page.