Intel Thunderbolt Firmware Update

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This package contains the Intel Thunderbolt 3 firmware update. The Thunderbolt firmware allows the operating system to access the Thunderbolt Controller.
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Fixes & Enhancements

- Improved the compatibility of the system with Thunderbolt devices.
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Version

4.40.33.001, A06

Release date

13 May 2019

Download Type

Firmware

Category

Chipset

Importance

Recommended
Dell Technologies recommends applying this update during your next scheduled update cycle. The update contains changes to maintain overall system health. It ensures that the system software remains current and compatible with other system modules (firmware, BIOS, drivers, and software) and may include other new features.
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File Format: CPG BIOS Executable for Windows/DOS
File Name: Intel_TBT3_FW_UPDATE_NVM40_DTHJR_A06_4.40.33.001.exe
File Size: 1.73 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This file format consists of a BIOS executable file. The Universal (Windows/MS DOS) format can be used to install from any Windows or MS DOS environment.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
aed8422625c167e1388d53f621aeb978
SHA1:
a709e005f155bc00ad3978c9803503f621340b37
SHA-256:
c2ddedb74525b9130a93eaac12cb68ff4f9c35395f65c02ec2135ec5f08b1d5e

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- It is recommended that you install the latest version of the Thunderbolt driver (if the system supports) before you install this package.
To find the Thunderbolt driver, click This Device on the Drivers and Downloads page. From the Category dropdown, select Chipset for Thunderbolt driver. If you are not on the Drivers and Downloads page, identify your product.
- This driver takes no more than 1 minute to be installed on your system. You can install the updates in the background while using the system.
Intel Thunderbolt Controller
Intel(R) Thunderbolt(TM) Controller
Thunderbolt Firmware Update Executable for Windows

Note: Your system requires a restart after installing the driver. The restart can be deferred but must be completed to ensure that the update is installed.

Download
1. Click Download File.
2. When the File Download window is displayed, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.

Installation
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file.
2. Double-click the new file.
User account control window is displayed.
3. Click Yes.
Dell Firmware Update Utility | System Thunderbolt window is displayed.
4. Click Update.
The firmware gets updated.
5. Click Restart to complete the installation.

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