Intel(R) Thunderbolt 3 Firmware Update

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This package contains the firmware update for Intel Thunderbolt 3. It is supported on Dell Latitude, Precision, and XPS systems that run Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 operating systems. This package improves compatibility of the system with Thunderbolt devices.
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Fixes & Enhancements

Fixes:
- Not Applicable.

Enhancements:
- Improves compatibility with Thunderbolt devices.
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Version

4.40.21.001, A01

Release date

01 Apr 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.
Available formats

File Format: CPG BIOS Executable for Windows/DOS
File Name: Intel_TBT3_FW_UPDATE_NVM40_7T18J_A01_4.40.21.001.exe
File Size: 1.68 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:
8ec7d8c4c46200c2e0590cc748ba4141
SHA1:
2a8e5db7a15278225f2d83b94d3b09e2c45dfde3
SHA-256:
16b6b470c757bf0a46019802c3dc27e92bcf835acfdfb39b1ba4d8f8121a1406

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Dell Update Package Instructions

Download
1. Click Download File to download the 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 over 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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