Bootcamp Thunderbolt Driver for Windows 10: A Solution to End the Frustration

Are you tired of struggling to get your Thunderbolt device working on your MacBook Pro running Bootcamp and Windows 10? You're not alone. Many users have experienced issues with Thunderbolt devices in Bootcamp, including frequent disconnections and errors in Device Manager. However, I'm excited to share a solution that has worked for me after weeks of troubleshooting.

I recently came across an article by Leandro Glossman called 'Custom updated Tb3 drivers' that provided the key to getting my 10G Ethernet Adapter working reliably in Bootcamp. The adapter is a Cable Matters Thunderbolt 3 10G Ethernet Adapter, and I was able to get it up and running at 10Gbe speeds without any issues.

The solution involves using self-signed Intel drivers specifically modified for use on the MacBook Pro and other devices that may be compatible. These drivers are available in version 1.41.987.0, which is the latest release from Intel. I was able to get these drivers working by following Leandro's instructions, which you can find in his article.

The process of getting the adapter working was not without its challenges. I tried downgrading and upgrading to every driver I could find, including those from Marvel (which acquired Aquantia), but none of them worked reliably. Every time I thought I had found a solution, a reboot would disable the device and show errors in Device Manager.

However, after using the self-signed Intel drivers modified for use on the MacBook Pro, I've been able to get my 10G Ethernet Adapter working perfectly every time. This fix seems to work not just for this specific adapter but also for other 10G Thunderbolt network adapters that use Aquantia chipsets, which could be all of them.

In conclusion, if you're struggling to get your Thunderbolt device working in Bootcamp on a MacBook Pro, I highly recommend following Leandro's instructions and using the self-signed Intel drivers. This solution has worked for me after weeks of frustration, and I'm confident it will work for you as well.

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