Many are interested in the question of how to unlock a modem from a Chinese manufacturer Huawei for free, without having any special skills. It is best to use special programs for such manipulation that select codes to lift the ban. Unlocking a Huawei modem is a snap. More details below.
Introduction
Almost all mobile operators prefer to block their devices in order to prevent its use by another provider. This can be explained logically.
As a rule, operators sell routers with a share, that is, much cheaper than they actually cost. Of course, the point is to use them only with their SIM cards. Locking is considered a standard function, which has been provided since the creation of software (firmware) for it. However, who said that there is no reverse option - unlock the Huawei modem?
Many operators sell modems that require the introduction of a special code when inserting a “foreign” SIM card. This allows you to unlock the device and work with any providers.
How to find out IMEI devices?
In order to get the unlock code, you must determine the IMEI modem. What is it? This is a unique identifier for a mobile device consisting of 15 characters. You can recognize it by looking at the device.
For example, a Huawei E173 modem is located under the main cover. If there is no way to see the code, then learn IMEI programmatically. To do this, you need to connect your modem to the computer, go into its properties and determine the port that is used for the device.
Now you need to open the terminal program, which is standard for some operating systems - Hyper Terminal, PuTTy and so on. If it is not, then you can download it from the Internet. This Huawei modem unlock program is easy to manage. First you need to enable the local echo, then you can see all the commands that are entered from the keyboard. After connecting the modem, enter ATI. If everything is correct, the program will display a dialog box in which the device’s IMEI is indicated.
There is an easier method to get this code. You need to download a program called DC Unlocker Client. After a successful download, click on the "Find" button. The software will find the used router and show all the information about it, including IMEI. You can immediately find out how many attempts there are to enter the unlock code (there are only 10 of them according to the standard). If they do not remain, then the modem cannot be removed from the modem using this method.
Unlock code
How to get the unlock code for Huawei modem? It can be of two types. If the modem is an old model, then you need a combination created by the OLD Algo Unlock Code algorithm, if new - NEW Algo Unlock Code.
In order to get an unlock code, you need to download any “Unlocker” or find an online resource that can give the right combination. It is necessary to enter the device’s IMEI in a special field, click on the button “Calculate”. In response, the program or site will generate code.
Modem unlock
How exactly to unlock Huawei modems for use in working with other operators? There are quite a few tips on the Internet, but most of them do not provide clear instructions. It will be presented in the article below. Let's consider each step in detail. It should be noted that unlocking the Huawei E171 modem is no different from the methods described below.
Anyone who takes the risk of such a step should remember that unlocking is dangerous for the modem. There is a possibility that he will eventually stop working.
The principles of unlocking the modem from this Chinese manufacturer are not much different from the methods used for devices of any other companies. However, the router is not weak protection, so you have to tinker a bit.
There is a possibility that at the beginning of the flashing the modem will give an error code "2". This problem is easy to solve. It is enough to reconnect the device and install the connection manager. The software must be “native”, otherwise there will be an error during the download process. As a rule, it indicates the absence of administrator rights or the absence of a modem. The "native" manager installs all the necessary drivers and programs necessary for working with the router. Only thanks to them can the device be flashed seamlessly.
Next, you need to change the manager to the necessary one, which will allow you to work with other operators. There is likely to be an endpoint in customization. If, after inserting a SIM card, the router knocks an error, then you should consider the two methods described below that will help resolve this situation.
Do not forget that unlocking the Huawei 827F modem and others should be done without inserted SIM cards, an external drive. On the device you need to turn off "Antivirus", the Internet. It is best to complete this process on a computer that is connected to the network using a cable, and not on a laptop. In addition, it is advisable to use an uninterruptible power supply. Otherwise, during an emergency power outage, the modem may fail.
Method No. 1
An excellent solution for unlocking a modem is to download firmware that has already been created to work with a specific operator. It must be installed on the router. After inserting a SIM card, the owner will see the code that is requested to unlock the device. How to solve this? It is enough to launch a special “Unlocker”, which, thanks to its mechanisms, is able to select the desired code. This is done using IMEI. There are free options on the Internet, so don’t give away money if they will be required for some program resource.
Method No. 2
Another effective solution that will allow you to easily unlock your own modem. You will need a program that checks the router to see if it works with SIM cards of “foreign” operators. If he can do this, then there is no problem. If not, you need to download "Unlocker", which by IMEI will be able to create code such as NSK. After that, you should return to the above program and enter a combination in it. Next, click on the "Unlock" button. After that, the router is unlocked. In exactly the same way, you can unlock the Huawei Megaphone modem.
Method 3
It is necessary to download certain programs, as well as manuals for working with them. First, install the firmware from the manufacturer, then use the utility for creating codes such as NCK, Flach by IMEI. You will also need a program for the correct work of the manager and instructions for flashing the device.
Now that everything is already installed, you need to remember the IMEI of the router. Next, you need to run "Unlocker". You should also enter the previously recorded device code here - a dialog box will open. After that, the user needs to click on "Unlock". Another dialog box appears, in which two sets of numbers will be presented. You should remember the second. What to do next, unlocking the “MTS” modems of Huawei?
You should run the firmware downloaded earlier. If she did not request a code for unlocking, then the installation path is simple. You must accept the terms of the agreement, wait for the download to finish. It will beat error number 2, however, after it installation continues, and eventually the router will be re-flashed. After that, you need to disconnect the modem and reconnect it. Now you need to change the connection manager so that after inserting a “foreign” SIM card, he requested an unlock code. After installing the new software, you need to disconnect the router and reconnect it. A dialog box opens in which you will need to enter the unlock code. Previously, there was an instruction to remember him - the second in "Unlocker". It remains to reconnect the device again, to install more successful firmware on it, if necessary. After that, the device will be ready to work with any operator.
Router firmware for operators of other countries
Recently, an urgent discussion has been the issue of flashing the Huawei router for operators of other countries. This process is simple, similar to the usual process described above. Therefore, below we will consider the three most effective methods by which you can unlock Huawei 4G modems .
Method No. 1
You need to find the connection manager that can support the operators of interest. There are drawbacks, for example, on the Internet such software for routers from "Huawei" is quite difficult to find. On some models it simply is not. But among the advantages, I would like to note that when using this option, even when changing the operating system or computer, you will not have to re-register all the data.
Method No. 2
You need to find firmware that will allow you to manually enter all the data and specify the necessary operators. This will unlock the Huawei modem. Of the minuses of this method, it should be noted that you should know all the settings for accessing the network. After changing the operating system or computer, you will have to re-enter all the data. From the pros: in a few minutes you can access the Internet of any operator in the country. The method is not bad and is in demand.
Method 3
The latter method involves editing any open source firmware. Then you can independently “pour” it into the modem and work with it. However, it is difficult, and you need to have some kind of skills. In the presence of "extra" money, you can always contact the one who will do it for the user. Unlocking the Huawei modem, as it has already become clear, is completely easy.
Summary
As already understood, the process of unlocking modems is quite simple. There are different ways, but their technologies are almost the same, which guarantees their implementation. Do not fork out for an expensive modem with the already available function of working with other operators, because you can only try to unlock your own. This is nothing complicated. It is almost impossible to bring the router into a non-working state using the methods described above.