Intel Thunderbolt Firmware Update Utility

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

- Improved compatibility of the system with Thunderbolt devices.
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Version

4.33.14.003, A05

Release date

03 May 2018

Download Type

Firmware

Category

Chipset

Importance

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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_NVM33_4KCK2_A05_4.33.14.003.exe
File Size: 554.35 KB
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:
089ef86c0c387cae951153deed3e39c1
SHA1:
295f46caf0e31710abde2222c2c3a9092f52dd3d
SHA-256:
c1143d653ba265e7850753b268c0afdde49b24ebe8ee64c65f6a37f43a1c0bc3

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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 drop-down, select Chipset for Thunderbolt driver. If you are not on the Drivers and Downloads page, identify your product.
Intel Thunderbolt Controller
Intel(R) Thunderbolt(TM) Controller
Firmware upgrade through the Windows utility

Procedure
1. Run the utility to start the firmware update process.
2. On the first screen, if the target SSD is not listed, select it and then click Update.
The next screen is a warning message. It states the risks and reminds user to back up important files before proceeding.
3. Click OK to proceed.
Firmware upgrade proceeds. When the firmware upgrade process completes, you are prompted to reboot the system.
4. Close all open applications, and save your work before rebooting the system.
The system reboots and loads the firmware. Once the firmware update is complete, a message saying the firmware update done is displayed.
5. Sign in to the operating system.
6. To confirm that the firmware update was successful, open Device manager > open SSD> click Properties> choose hardware ID under Details and check the firmware version.

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