If paired with security the Firmware updater driver does works. [BETA] Updated binary firmware updater
If your issue was the speed though, it wont help with that, it will be just as slow.
Sometimes if you power cycle the hub and the device about 10 minutes before attempting the update it will help with the speed.
Using a USB stick as a secondary controller and then bringing it close to the device with a laptop is the best way to do updates.
