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

- Initial release.
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Version

4.56.117.021, A00

Release date

22 May 2020

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_NVM56_FIOFW_A00_4.56.117.021.exe
File Size: 1.89 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:
adbd66df27586a9bc6718e0b4cd7d80c
SHA1:
75c617062ac390869b45382e16c601a229ba3cc6
SHA-256:
0a18b413fce1a6c949d6f429556de305b1b7535865890805279ea71026416688

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The Thunderbolt Controller driver must be installed before installing this update.
To find the Thunderbolt Controller driver, click This Device on the Drivers and Downloads page. From the Category dropdown, select Chipset for Thunderbolt driver update. If you are not on the Drivers and Downloads page, identify your product.
Dell Update Package Instructions

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 and double-click the new file.
2. Read the information in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites that are identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.

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