The ability to connect a laptop or PC to the Internet using a modem, from anywhere, without being tied to home network, is in constant demand among subscribers. By providing the equipment necessary for this within the tariff plan, operators prudently update its firmware only for their SIM cards. But what to do if during operation you decide to change the operator, but you don’t want to buy a new device? In this article we will look at how you can flash an MTS modem for all SIM cards.

Unlocking HUAWEI modems

In order to flash an MTS modem, you need to change its program to the universal version. Finding it won’t be difficult, just enter the equipment model in a search engine and follow the links provided. In this case, the device software is completely replaced, and at the end we will get a modem without the pre-installed MTS Connect shell. Some universal programs contain basic connection profiles and after installing the firmware you can immediately access the Internet, but with others you will have to configure the connection profile manually. However, the setup process is very simple and will not cause difficulties for most subscribers.

The entire setup process can be divided into several stages:

1. We create a profile name, by default the name of the operator used is written.
2. In the dialing number field, write *99#.
3. Login – mts or beeline, when connecting to Tele2 or Megafon, leave the field empty.
4. The password is the same as the login, including for Megafon and Tele2.
5. We indicate the access point; depending on the planned operator, there may be the following options: Internet.teleru, Internet.mts.ru, Internet.beeline.ru, Internet (Megafon).

After these simple steps, you will have a device in your hands that can work in the cellular network of any telecom operator. This eliminates the need to purchase additional equipment when moving to another operator.

For those MTS subscribers who do not want to deal with changing the firmware of their devices due to fears of receiving a device with system errors, there is a safer way - unlocking using a code. There are many applications on the Internet that allow you to find out the unlock code for your modem. To do this, you must enter the IMEI number indicated on the equipment itself or its packaging. After this, you can insert the SIM card of the operator you need into it and enter the resulting combination of characters in the window that opens. The result of this solution to the issue will be a modem that works with the MTS Connect shell, but is designed for all SIM cards.

Unlocking ZTE modems

Previously, the DC-UNLOCKER program was widely used to flash a ZTE device, but after the introduction of paid use, we had to look for other options. One of them is the UNLOCKER application, which is not difficult to find on thematic forums and websites. In order to unlock the MTS modem, you need to perform several simple steps:

1. Download the UNLOCKER application for ZTE.
2. We insert the modem without a SIM card into the connector of the computer or laptop.
3. We install the factory software and drivers from the modem.
4. Close the standard ZTE program.
5. Turn off the Internet connection and the antivirus program.
6. Launch the UNLOCKER application.
7. In the new window, click the Unlock button and wait for the flashing process to complete.
8. When a positive result is achieved, a Done notification will appear. After this, you can remove the device from the PC connector. Insert another SIM card. Unlocked equipment will work with any operator cellular communications.

Unblocking a modem operating on a 4G network is not difficult; the process of unlocking does not depend on the communication standard used.

Paid firmware method

For those who don't want to get involved software devices and risk entering generated passwords, there is a third way to flash MTS equipment to work with SIM cards of any operators. This option is the most convenient and safe, but, as is usually the case, it requires payment for each use. Purchasing multiple access to program functions is much more profitable than purchasing one-time flashing.

The DC-UNLOCKER application will help you easily and safely reflash the modem even for an inexperienced PC user and computer programs. Let's look at the process of unlocking step by step.

1. We go to the website of the program developer, writing dc-unlocker.com in the address bar of the browser.
2. Click on the Download button at the top of the page.
3. Next, select DC-UNLOCKER client and Download again.
4. In the drop-down list, find the series of your modem and download the installation file.
5. Install and launch the program.
6. In the left field we select the manufacturer, in our case ZTE modems.
7. We indicate the modem model, but it is recommended to set automatic detection.
8. Click the Unlock button in the right field of the program.
9. After notification of successful completion of the process, you can use the communication services of any operator.

It is important to remember that the entire unlocking process is carried out with the modem installed, but without an MTS SIM card. When the device is unlocked, you can insert a SIM card from any other cellular operator and access the Internet.

For many people, purchasing a 3G modem from MTS is the only option for fast and inexpensive Internet access. And it should be noted that this operator provides high speed access to Internet resources - this is evidenced by independent tests of large analytical companies.

When purchasing a modem, we receive not only a subscriber device, but also a SIM card with a specific tariff plan (as a rule, this is). By installing the SIM card inside the modem, we can immediately access the Internet. Next, we just need to top up the account monthly (by phone number) - and we will always have access to the network at hand.

If you purchased an MTS modem and do not know how to configure it for full use, then you may be interested in another article located at the link above. Now let’s imagine a situation where another operator offers more favorable prices for Internet access. Or it turned out that the network access speed of another operator at a given point in the city is much higher. What to do?

A simple answer suggests itself - you need to install a SIM card from another operator in the modem. But when we turn on the modem, we will see that the modem is asking for an unlock code - this means that the MTS operator has locked the modem to work with its SIM cards. How to unlock an MTS 3G modem to work with SIM cards from another operator?

In order to unlock the MTS modem, you will have to use special programs. First of all, we will look at modems from Huawei, and then we will take on modems from the ZTE brand. Their unlocking procedures are different, but the result should be the same - both modems must accept the SIM card of the “foreign” operator.

Some modem models are unlocked directly at MTS offices. To do this, the subscriber signs a corresponding application indicating the IMEI of the device. Within a few days the operator will provide an unlock code.

Unlocking Huawei MTS modems

The easiest way to unlock an MTS modem from Huawei is to find universal firmware for it. It will not only replace the modem firmware, but also replace the built-in MTS connection with a universal program. Moreover, customized profiles may also appear here. If there are no configured profiles, it doesn’t matter - we’ll create a connection profile manually with the following parameters:

• Profile name – we indicate at our discretion, but it is better to enter the name of the operator;
• The dial-up number is *99# (for MTS, MegaFon, Beeline and Tele2 operators);
• Login – mts for the MTS operator, beeline for the Beeline operator. For Tele2 and MegaFon, the login remains empty;
• Password - mts for the MTS operator, beeline for the Beeline operator. For Tele2 and MegaFon, the password remains empty;
• Access point – internet.mts.ru for MTS, internet.beeline.ru for Beeline, internet for MegaFon, internet.tele2.ru for Tele2.

Everything is very simple and accessible.

If you don’t want to tinker with firmware (as a result of unsuccessful firmware you can end up with a “brick” - this is what those affected by changing the firmware of the device are called), you should use online calculators that calculate the unlock code (NCK). There are also special programs on the network that calculate this very code. By the way, the calculation is tied to the IMEI of the modem - this number is indicated on the packaging and on the sticker (on the back cover). We enter the IMEI into the calculator or into the program, enter the unlock code into MTS-Connect and enjoy the unlocked modem.

Do not try to enter numbers at random - after the tenth attempt, the modem will be blocked, as a result of which you will need to reset the built-in counter. If you are afraid to use software to get an unlock code, use free help on specialized forums.

You can download alternative firmware for Huawei modems. The user can choose from several software assemblies, differing in support for certain models. Check the model of the unlockable modem, download the appropriate software and follow the attached instructions.

Unlocking ZTE MTS modems

How to unlock MTS modem from ZTE? We recommend using the DC-Unlocker program, which can unlock modems from the specified brand. In the program settings you can find the option to unlock modems from other brands.

Select the brand of your modem, click on the “Unlock” button - the program will do the rest itself. There are many other ways to unlock MTS modems - they can use various programs, utilities and online services. But if you are afraid to turn your modem into a “brick,” seek help from specialists.

Sooner or later, you will be faced with a situation where another operator has a better connection, better Internet speed, cheaper tariffs and you would like to switch to it, but the problem is that your modem does not work with another operator. If you insert a SIM card from Beeline into a modem from Megafon, it will not work. To correct this situation, you first need to unlock the modem. Many sites offer paid unlocking methods, but I will show you a free method.

The easiest way to unlock a modem is by its IMEI. This option is suitable for many modems. We will assume that you have a Huawei modem. Basically, all modems from Beeline, MTS, Megafon are made by Huawei. Some modems from MTS are made by ZTE, but there are very few of them - this article will not talk about them. You can look at the modem model on the label; it will say something like HUAWEI Mobile Broadband modem 320S. Or maybe E173, E171. The IMEI will be written below on the modem.

First: find out the modem model and EMEI (they are written on the modem).

Then download Huawei Modem 3.5 (link below). This program will replace the program from your operator that you installed when you first connected the modem to your computer. By the way, if you have not installed the official program from the operator, be sure to install it, since drivers for your modem will be installed along with it.

Point by point:

Download Huawei Modem 3.5

Install the office. Program from modem

Install Huawei Modem 3.5

When you launch the installed Huawei Modem, the program will ask you to enter the unlock code. This is what we need to get.

Step two.
You need to download the Huawei Unlock Code Calculator program (link below). It is she who will give the unlock code. It is with the help of this program that supposedly paid unlocking is done on many forums.

After starting the program, you must enter the IMEI of your modem and then click the Calc button. Many numbers and letters will appear in different fields. We only need the v1 code field - this is the unlock code. You need to enter it in the unlock code field in Huawei Modem 3.5

Point by point:

Download Huawei Calculator

Enter your modem IMEI in the IMEI field.

Press Calc, then open Huawei Modem and in the unlock code entry window enter the code from the v1 code field

What to do if the modem unlock window does not appear.

The first thing is not to panic. To unlock the modem, you need to download the Huawei Modem Terminal program. If at the second point the code entry field appears, and you unblocked modem, you no longer need to do what is written here.

After you have opened the program Huawei Modem Terminal, select your modem, it will be called something like this: HUAWEI Mobile Connect - 3G and click the Connect button
Then enter the command below AT, to check the connection with the modem. The modem should respond to this command: OK.

To unlock the modem, write in the console: AT^CARDLOCK=YOUR_V1_CODE and press Enter. If the modem answers OK, then everything is fine, you have successfully unlocked your modem completely free of charge! In another way, the code from field v1 is called NCK. This was the old version of Huawei Unlocker, this article uses the new version. So if you're looking NCK code, then the code from v1 is what you need.

If you have problems with unlocking, be sure to write in the comments.

Mobile routers purchased from one of the operators are configured to work only with a specific SIM card. That is, when you buy a Megafon router, it will be authorized to work with a SIM card from this company. But often during use, certain imperfections emerge and I want to know how to unlock the Megafon, MTS, Tele2, Beeline modem in order to change the traffic source.

Prevent disaster

Usually in all reviews of certain USB routers in bold A warning is highlighted not to insert another card into the device, otherwise a failure will occur.

But where did ours go? And today we will still try to unlock the Megafon modem. For MTS, Beeline and Tele2, the principle of action will be the same, since all companies use routers manufactured by Huawei, they just brand and program them in their own way.

When you insert a foreign SIM card into the modem, it requires you to enter an unlock code. A total of 10 attempts are given for the correct combination.

In this article we will look at all the ways to get the coveted code and safely unlock the MegaFon 4G modem.

Using Huawei Unlock Code Calculator

If you are sure that your device belongs to Huawei, immediately start testing this method. Use the online version of Huawei Unlock Code Calculator.

• Go to the website;
• Enter in the appropriate column Have a modem;

IMEI is the personal number of each gadget. In routers it can be found on the inside of the cover.

• After entering, click Calk.

The program will calculate codes V1, V2 and V201. Now it's time to insert a new SIM card into the modem and connect it to the PC. The Internet connection management program will automatically launch.

A window for entering the code should appear in the upper right corner. Enter each of the options given by the program one by one, one of them should work.

Now that the program has accepted the code, this means that you have managed to unlock the Megafon modem and reflash it for another operator.

Nuances

Users often complain that this method is only effective for older device models; they say it is not suitable for new ones because the code entry window does not pop up.

If you are facing such a situation, here is the solution for you. Download from the official website of the manufacturer latest version manager HUAWEI programs Modem and launch it. The software will be able to adapt to drivers of any generation of modems and will display a field where you can enter the unlock code.

DC-Unlocker and its capabilities

You will need this program if the previous method did not bear fruit. The fact is that this is a universal unlocker for any type of USB device from absolutely any manufacturer.

Why wasn't it suggested in the first paragraph? Because it's paid service, and we know how much you don’t want to pay extra. But there are some tricks here too. First things first.

• Launch the software, connect the USB to the computer, and click on the magnifying glass in the program window. The free fields will be automatically filled in (IMEI is also considered automatic) and the robot will display all the data about the device.
• Now below the data enter this text: at^nvwrex=8268,0,12,1,0,0,0,2,0,0,0,a,0,0,0. Directly copy it from here. If everything went well, then you used our lifehack for free unlocking.

If a failure occurs, it means that your device model is so encrypted that you will have to use only paid legal methods.

To do this, register on the developers’ website, pay the required amount in euros, and you will be provided with a login and password, which you will need to enter into the program fields. After clicking the Unlock button, you will be the owner of an updated, re-flashed gadget.

Preparing for work

And now the mobile router is free and open to new unknown worlds of all cards and operators; all that remains is to make the final network settings.

Go to the Internet management program and create a new Internet profile in it. Please indicate:

• Name (to your taste);
• Call number: *99# ;
• Name the access point (APN) according to the operator name. So for MTS it will be internet.mts.ru, respectively for Beeline - internet.beeline.ru, for Tele2 - internet.tele2.ru.
• The login and password will be equal to the operator's name. For example, mts.

Save the default settings and connect to the Internet.

Now you know how to unlock a MegaFon modem (or any other operator) yourself and can choose optimal operating conditions.

I have been following new developments in the field for many years now. mobile technologies. Previously, this was my hobby, but now it has grown into a professional blog, where I am happy to share the information I have accumulated with you. All instructions, life hacks, selections best programs And tariff plans I checked it personally on myself.