Intel Thunderbolt Controller Firmware Update Utility
Restart required Installed This file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.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
4.46.107.022, A06
Release date
08 Sep 2023
Download Type
Firmware
Category
Chipset
Importance
RecommendedDell 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.
Available formats
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File Format:
CPG BIOS Executable for Windows/DOS
File Name:
Intel_TBT3_FW_UPDATE_NVM46_P33PY_A06_4.46.107.022.exe
File Size:
6.06 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:
b14b348280fbd1229c9d4feabec21b32
SHA1:
2259a7f3550470644e6b37a705d2bbd22cd03f58
SHA-256:
0370899bb842fbebbe19d74e526eb5474db519f517666fa161ae34afb21872d2
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Important Information
- 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 and select Chipset from the Category dropdown. 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.
To find the Thunderbolt controller driver, click This Device on the Drivers and Downloads page and select Chipset from the Category dropdown. 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.
Supported Operating Systems
Windows 11
Windows 10, 64-bit
Applies to
Intel Thunderbolt Controller
Intel(R) Thunderbolt(TM) Controller Driver
Installation instructions
Dell Update Package Instructions
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 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.
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.
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 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.
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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