Microsoft has recently released a new firmware update for the Surface Pro 6, and in addition to the typical driver updates, the company also says there's something which everybody should be aware inside.

The new firmware update, that is live at this time for devices running Windows 10 version 20H1 and newer, also includes a vital security patches. As a result, users should update the unit as quickly as possible to ensure their Surface Pros are protected.

Fundamental essentials new driver updates bundled with this release:

Surface - Firmware - 238.167.768.0 - Surface UEFI - Firmware
Surface - Firmware - 11.8.92.4222 - Surface ME - Firmware
Intel - System - 2145.1.42.0 - Intel(R) Management Engine Interface - System Devices
Intel - SoftwareComponent - 1.63.1155.2 - Intel(R) ICLS Client - Software devices

Install the update as quickly as possible

Worthwhile to learn is that the update might not be readily available for all Surface Pro 6 devices right now, as Microsoft explains that it's utilizing a gradual rollout method of make sure everything is being employed as expected for those users.

Quite simply, checking for updates may not bring anything new, but depending on how fast the rollout advances, you ought to be able to see the brand new firmware update a few weeks.

"Surface updates are released in stages-not every Surface will get updates simultaneously, but they will be delivered to all devices. Should you haven't previously received updates, you are able to manually update by following the steps at Download drivers and firmware for Surface," Microsoft explains on the Surface Pro 6 update history page.

"After the updates have completely finished installing, it's a smart idea to install all available optional updates. To set up optional updates, from Search, type View Optional updates and choose it under Best match. If updates can be found in Driver updates, click through to download to ensure that all Surface drivers listed in the discharge have been installed."