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10-14-2025 02:29 PM
Hi @chriscpl,
Welcome to the HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to help you.
The screenshot shows an HP Support Assistant installation summary where the Intel Thunderbolt 3 DCH Driver failed to install with Failure Code: 0.
What Does Failure Code: 0 Mean?
This is a generic installation failure code in HP Support Assistant. It usually indicates:
- The driver package could not be installed due to compatibility issues, corrupted download, or missing prerequisites.
- It’s not a hardware fault; it’s a software/driver installation problem.
How to Fix It
1. Download the Driver Manually
- Go to the official HP driver page for your notebook: 👉 Official HP® Support
- Enter your laptop model and download the latest Intel Thunderbolt 3 DCH Driver.
2. Uninstall Old Thunderbolt Software
- Press Windows + X > Apps & Features.
- Search for Thunderbolt and uninstall any existing Intel Thunderbolt software.
3. Install the New Driver
- Run the downloaded installer as Administrator.
- Restart your laptop after installation.
4. Update BIOS and Chipset
- Sometimes Thunderbolt drivers require the latest BIOS and chipset drivers.
- Download them from the same HP driver page.
I hope this helps.
Take care and have an amazing day!
Did we resolve the issue? If yes, please consider marking this post as "Accepted Solution" and click "Yes" to give us a helpful vote - your feedback keeps us going!
Regards,
VikramTheGreat
I'm an HP Employee.
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10-14-2025 02:29 PM
Hi @chriscpl,
Welcome to the HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to help you.
The screenshot shows an HP Support Assistant installation summary where the Intel Thunderbolt 3 DCH Driver failed to install with Failure Code: 0.
What Does Failure Code: 0 Mean?
This is a generic installation failure code in HP Support Assistant. It usually indicates:
- The driver package could not be installed due to compatibility issues, corrupted download, or missing prerequisites.
- It’s not a hardware fault; it’s a software/driver installation problem.
How to Fix It
1. Download the Driver Manually
- Go to the official HP driver page for your notebook: 👉 Official HP® Support
- Enter your laptop model and download the latest Intel Thunderbolt 3 DCH Driver.
2. Uninstall Old Thunderbolt Software
- Press Windows + X > Apps & Features.
- Search for Thunderbolt and uninstall any existing Intel Thunderbolt software.
3. Install the New Driver
- Run the downloaded installer as Administrator.
- Restart your laptop after installation.
4. Update BIOS and Chipset
- Sometimes Thunderbolt drivers require the latest BIOS and chipset drivers.
- Download them from the same HP driver page.
I hope this helps.
Take care and have an amazing day!
Did we resolve the issue? If yes, please consider marking this post as "Accepted Solution" and click "Yes" to give us a helpful vote - your feedback keeps us going!
Regards,
VikramTheGreat
I'm an HP Employee.
If this reply helped resolve your issue, please select the Accept as Solution as it helps others in the community quickly find the answer they’re looking for.
And if you found this reply helpful, clicking Yes below is a great way to let us know we’re providing the support you need, as it encourages us to keep improving and sharing helpful guidance.