Intel Thunderbolt Controller Firmware Update Utility

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

- Fixed the issue where incomplete information is displayed in the Dell Firmware Update Utility. This issue occurs after updating the operating system to Windows 11, version 22H2.
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Version

4.46.135.008, A06

Release date

08 Sep 2023

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_NVM46_5CJ3T_A06_4.46.135.008.exe
File Size: 6.16 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:
336dfe653c30ff1209974b4ee302aef5
SHA1:
a5dd01b701367041ff8bdc8cef0c3aed3c536c7c
SHA-256:
23df3f30dff30dcdc0af9f883fc6b11ebf214a38f94a349b23517995bb2ddab7

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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 and select Chipset from the Category drop-down. If you are not on the Drivers and Downloads page, identify your product.
Intel Thunderbolt Controller
Intel Thunderbolt Controller Driver
Thunderbolt Firmware Update Executable for Windows

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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