Unlocking E173 Megafon Russia. Free unlocking of Huawei modems

In this article, we will tell you how to unlock almost any Huawei 3G modem for free, without having any special knowledge or skills. In we have already talked about our service for unlocking Huawei modems, which allows you to generate unlock codes (NCK codes) for 3G Huawei modems according to the old and new algorithm, here we will dwell in more detail on its use.

Almost any mobile operator blocks its modems, preventing you from using a SIM card from another operator. Which is actually obvious, because... often from operators cellular communication there are special conditions and promotions, thanks to which the modem can be sold at a significant discount, which also implies that in the future it will only be used with SIM cards of this operator. Locking the modem under specific operator(the so-called simlock) is a standard function provided by the modem manufacturer, but most modems also support inverse function, i.e. unlocking. When you install a SIM card from another operator and launch the Internet connection program supplied with the modem, a window appears prompting you to enter an eight-digit code. This code is called the unlock code, or NCK, Unlock code. After entering this code, the blocking on the operator is removed and the modem begins to “understand” any SIM cards. Let's figure out how to get an unlock code for a Huawei modem.

The first thing you need to do is find out the IMEI of your modem. IMEI - international identifier mobile equipment, unique for each device using it, is a 15-digit number. You can see it next to serial number modem on the case or under the cover covering the SIM card. For example, for the Huawei E173 modem from Megafon it is located here:

Or find out programmatically, using any terminal program. To do this, you need to connect your modem to your computer, go to Device Manager -> Modems. Find there HUAWEI device Mobile Connect - 3G Modem and in the properties on the modem tab, determine the COM port that is used by the modem:

In our case, this is COM9. Then open any terminal program, for example, Hyper Terminal (a standard terminal program included in Windows 95, 98, ME, XP), PuTTy or My Huawei Terminal. We will look at connecting to a modem using PuTTy as an example. The first thing we will do is enable local echo mode in the terminal emulator settings so that we can see the commands we type:

Then connect to the modem:

And enter the command ATI:

If we did everything correctly, we will receive a response from the modem containing our IMEI (as in the figure above). IN in this case we have determined that our IMEI is 863448016071935.

To determine IMEI, you can use more in a simple way, download from the official website latest version DC Unlocker Client, launch it and click the find button:

When your modem is detected, in the window below we will see the IMEI of the modem, as well as additional information. In particular, we see that voice functions in this modem are blocked (Voice feature: disabled), the modem itself is locked to the operator ( SIM Lock status: locked) and the remaining number of attempts to enter the unlock code (unlock attempts left: 10). To prevent the user from simply brute-force entering the code, the manufacturer has introduced a limitation: by default, 10 attempts to enter the unlock code are available, each time you enter the unlock code incorrectly, the number of these attempts is reduced by one. If you have 0 attempts left to enter the unlock code, you will no longer be able to unlock this modem by simply entering the code, be careful!

Now let's move on to getting the unlock code. Here it is necessary to make a reservation that there are two “types”. Unlock code using the old algorithm (OLD Algo Unlock Code) and unlock code using the new algorithm (NEW Algo Unlock Code). This is due to the fact that for old modem models (old firmware versions) the codes were calculated using the old algorithm, for new modems (modems with new version firmware) - new. Here's a short list of matches:

OLD Algo Unlock Code- E150, E1550, E155, E156, E156G, E160, E160G, E161, E166, E169, E169G, E170, E172, E176, E180, E182E, E196, E226, E270, E271, E272, E510, E612, 18, E620 , E630, E630+, E660, E660A, E800, E870, E880, EG162, EG162G, EG602, EG602G, Vodafone K2540, Vodafone K3515, Vodafone K3520, Vodafone K3565, Vodafone K3715, etc. These are modems with the old algorithm.
NEW Algo Unlock Code- E137, E171, E173Cs-1, E1732, E173, E1815, E272, E303, E303 HiLink, 320s(E3121), E3131(420d), E3276, E352, E353, E355, E357, E362, E363, E367, , E369, E372, E392, E397, E398, E586, E5776 (821FT), E5776s-22, E589, E589u-12, etc.

To get the unlock code for your modem, click on the link - Unlocking Huawei modems and enter your IMEI in the 15 Digit IMEI field. note that get a free unlock code using a new algorithm this service allows only from 12:00 to 14:00 (GMT+4), at all other times, instead of an unlock code using the new algorithm, you will be given a link to the trading platform, where by entering your IMEI you can purchase this code for a symbolic amount, which will go to the fund to support the authors of the project. If you access the service from 12:00 to 14:00 Moscow time, then your server status will be displayed as Free, at all other times as Paid:

We enter our IMEI and press the Calculate button, in response we will receive something like the following:

As you can see, the server response contains an unlock code using the new and old algorithm, a Flash Code (the code required to flash the modem) and a Reset Counter Hash (a code for resetting attempts to enter unlock codes, relevant only for old modems). In our Huawei E173 modem, the unlock code is obtained using a new algorithm, i.e. 82828335. Insert another SIM card mobile operator(in our example - not MegaFon), we launch the built-in program for connecting to the Internet, when prompted to enter the unlock code, enter the NCK code we received. Voila, the modem is unlocked. If the prompt to enter the code does not appear, enter the command in the terminal program AT^CARDLOCK="nck code", where nck code is the unlock code we received. Those. for our example we have to enter AT^CARDLOCK="82828335 " (enter this command follows exactly the same way as we entered the ATI command to determine the IMEI of the modem).

If you used DC-Unlocker Client to determine IMEI, then you can enter the unlock code in it by simply typing the unlock command in the command input window:

We remind you that you must enter the AT command with the unlock code without a SIM card or with a non-native SIM card (from another operator). After this, your modem is unlocked.

Also, using AT commands, you can check the lock status of your modem and the number of remaining attempts to enter the unlock code:

AT^CARDLOCK?- Checking the lock status and remaining attempts to enter the unlock code. In response, the modem will issue CARDLOCK: A,B,0, where A is the locking state, B is the number of remaining unlock attempts. A = 2 means that there is no simlock, A = 1 if the modem is locked.

If for some reason you cannot use the service for unlocking Huawei modems for free, you can purchase a Huawei unlock code at trading platform. The code is sold online, without operator participation. Immediately after entering the IMEI and making the payment (the trading platform plati.ru supports many payment systems, payment from the balance cell phone via SMS and many others. other) you will receive the code you purchased (the code is displayed instantly in the “paid item” window). Be careful when entering IMEI.

As is known, due to the widespread use of high-speed mobile internet, today many people use it not only for mobile devices and pocket gadgets, but also on laptops, even personal computers. In the latter case, Internet access is provided by connecting to computer technology USB modems. And Megafon offers a whole line of such devices that allow you to access the Internet from anywhere in Russia where there is coverage.

It is worth noting that the modems offered by the Megafon operator are programmed to work exclusively with this operator, and if users need to change the provider and use the device with its SIM card, any attempts will fail. Therefore, the question of how to flash a Megafon modem for all SIM cards is so popular today.

In general, Megafon offers fairly loyal and comfortable conditions for using the Internet, which should not force people to make their choice in favor of other operators. However, such a trend is observed today, and we want to understand how it is possible to perform such an operation.

How to flash a Megafon E173 modem for all SIM cards

We will consider the information using the example of the popular USB modem model E173.

Instructions for configuring the device are as follows:

Install a SIM card from another operator, which you plan to use in the future to access the Internet, in Megafon modem.
Connect the modem device to your computer (via USB port).
Install standard driver modem, which is located directly on the device. The installation should start automatically. If this does not happen, go to the modem folder in “My Computer” and run the Autorun.exe file.
After installing the driver, the program interface for connecting to the Internet will launch. You can close it.
Now you need to install the firmware update, which can be downloaded with all in the archive necessary files. Unpack the archive and run the file “E173u-1Update_11.126.85.00.209_B427” as an administrator (right-click on the file and select “Run as administrator”).
Accept the terms license agreement by placing a point in the checkbox located first in the list of two available options.
Click on the “Next” button, which will become active after placing the marker in the checkbox.
After installing the firmware, run the “Huawei modem unlocker” file located in the unpacked folder.
Make sure that the modem connected to the computer is identified in the “Detected Modem” field. If this does not happen, you need to click on the “Refresh” button.
Next, click on the “Calculate” button.
The next step is to click on the “Unlock” button.
Wait for the unlocking process to complete. You will be notified of this by a message in the Lock Counter line, which should say: “10 – Left of 10 attempts.”
The program can be closed.

Starting a modem with a “foreign” SIM card

After completing the flashing procedure, you can begin checking the device for functionality with new card another operator. The check is performed as follows:

Run a program optimized for working with the Megafon modem (installed along with the device driver).
Make sure that in the upper left part of the interface there will be information about the operator whose SIM card is installed in the modem. For example, it could be Beeline or MTS.
Click Connect and connect to the Internet.

If you suddenly have problems connecting to the Internet, you can use a third-party driver to operate the modem. You can install it from the same folder that you unpacked from the provided archive. You should run the “Setup.exe” file and install the appropriate program. In the program, you need to select the operator that interests you and click on the “Connect” button to connect to the Internet.

Please note that the information herein is provided for informational purposes only. The site administration does not bear any responsibility for its use.

I received a modem that was in the hands of a creative experimenter. No matter how much I checked and restored its configuration, it sure as hell didn’t work in 3G mode. When connected it showed maximum speed 236kbit, but really “none”.

The patience to tinker with the configuration is over. We stitch it.

To configure using AT commands used Huawei modem terminal. The capabilities are, in principle, the same as those of the hyperterminal, but visually more pleasing.

I used it as a guide. Excellent guide, I recommend it as a primary source. This manual is a clone of the original source with notes from personal experience.

As a tool it is necessary download the firmware kit. And unpack it into any directory.

Let's get started:

1. Take out the SIM card.

2. Insert the modem into the USB port. We are waiting for the drivers and software of your operator to be installed, in my case it is MTS Connect Manager. If autorun is disabled for you, you need to go to MY COMPUTER, open the disk (defined as a CD/DVD drive) with the software, and install it manually.

3. Stitching.

Here you need to perform five steps in sequence.

First: Launch HUAWEI_Calculator .exe from the software package, enter IMEI, press the Calculate button. We get Unlock code and Flash code. Let's save them. They will be needed:

Second: you need to unlock the modem. Let's launch Huawei modem terminal and check the lock status:

AT^CARDLOCK?

(modem response: CARDLOCK: A,B,0, if A=2 the modem is unlocked, A=1 the modem is locked – SimLock, if A=3 there are two options: either you have used up all 10 attempts to enter the code, or you have customized firmware in the modem , B – number of remaining attempts to enter the unlock code (default 10 times))

You will most likely see the following:

Send:AT^CARDLOCK?

Receive: AT^CARDLOCK?
Receive: ^CARDLOCK: 1,10,0
Receive: OK

That is, the modem is blocked. To unlock you need to issue the command:

AT^CARDLOCK="NCK Code"– enter the unlock code (8-digit number - i.e. unlock code received earlier)

Unlock:

AT^CARDLOCK="50752897" - Quotes are required

Third: We launch Firmware E171_11.126.85.00.209_B427 .exe or Firmware E367_11.810.09.20.00.B726.exe depending on your model (I have not tested E367). At one stage of the firmware, the program will ask you to enter the Flash code. Enter the previously obtained value and continue.

Fourth: Before installing the Dashboard firmware on the modem, it is recommended to install the Huawei_modem-3.0 program for Windows and test it for compatibility with the modem. This is the same program for controlling the modem, but not intended for writing to the modem memory.

So, download and install the software Huawei_modem-3.0 from here or from the Official website of HUAWEI Modem builds. Let's check.

Download the firmware (Dashboard) HUAWEI Modem 3.0(designed for Modems: HUAWEI E150, E153, E156, E160, E171, E173, E1550, E1750, E1820, E352, E353, E367, E392, E3131.

Launch huawei_modem-3.0_utps23.002.08.00.378-for-E3276.exe. This program will write universal software to the modem:

Note

If at any stage you get this error:

This indicates that the modem is either not connected or the drivers are not installed. It may be necessary to remove the MTS software, reset the modem and let the system redefine it with a new one. A reboot may be required.

I consistently received this message when trying to install Dashboard_2.0_utps11.300.05.21.343_driver_v. 4.22.05-1. The firmware huawei_modem-3.0_utps23.002.08.00.378 was uploaded perfectly the first time.

Fifth: We insert SIM card to the modem. Let's connect. Launch the Huawey Modem 3.0 program if it does not start automatically. The program may ask you for your Unlock code. We enter the code received at the first stage (in my case the code was not required). We use it.

Note

Once the firmware update and firmware update is complete, you can check the lock status of the modem. Let's launch Huawei modem termina, select the com port on which the modem is detected, click “Connect” and enter checks for the modem’s locking status and the number of attempts to enter the unlock code:

AT^CARDLOCK?

modem response: CARDLOCK: A,B,0, if A=2 the modem is unlocked, A=1 the modem is locked – SimLock, if A=3 there are two options: either you have used up all 10 attempts to enter the code, or you have custom firmware in the modem, B – number of remaining attempts to enter the unlock code (default 10 times).

Huawei E173 3G modem is complete analogue Huawei E171 modem with minor design differences:

This model was sold as a proprietary modem for telecom operators: Megafon, Beeline, Tele2. It, like the Huawei E171, has a slot for microSD memory cards up to 4GB.

Device information:
Chipset: Qualcomm MSM6290
Data transfer rate HSDPA (7.2 Mbps download / 5.76 Mbps upload)
EDGE (236.8 kbps download / 118.4 kbps upload)
GPRS (80 kbps download / 40 kbps upload)
Frequency range HSDPA/UMTS - 2100 MHz EDGE/GPRS/GSM - 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
USB 2.0 interface
Dimensions: 72 mm x 12 mm x 25 mm Weight: 50 grams

Huawei E173 and E173U-1 firmware from Megafon for unlocking:

Attention! You do all actions at your own peril and risk. The site administration is not responsible for damage to the device as a result of your actions.
This instruction does not work with firmware version 21.156.00.00.143 and 21.157.00.01.143
Modems with firmware 11.126.16.17.209 using standard methods are not unlocked. The unlocking method is listed below.
HUAWEI E173 LIFE UKRAINE and MTS UKRAINE on at the moment They are not unlocked either for a fee or for free.

To unlock a modem with firmware 11.126.15.00.209, you must first reflash the modem to version 11.126.85.00.209. You can get the firmware here - link (file huawei_e173_e173u-1_firmware_update_11.126.85.00.209_B427.exe).
1. Download this archive.
2. Remove the SIM card from the modem and connect it to the computer.
3. Launch the v4mpire_unlocker program from the archive.

We feed IMEI program modem code and write down the Flash and Unlock code in a notepad.
4. Run the file huawei_e173_e173u-1_firmware_update_11.126.85.00.209_B427.exe. He will ask for the Flash code we wrote down. We enter it and wait for the flashing result.
5. Disconnect the modem from the computer and reboot it.
6. As soon as the computer reboots, connect the modem again and launch the program huawei_e173_dashboard_utps11.300.05.21.343_B416_v. 3.17.00.exe. Here you may also be required to enter a Flash code.
7. After the utility has worked, remove the modem again and reboot the computer.
8. As soon as the computer reboots, insert the SIM card into the modem and connect it. Will start proprietary utility from Huawei, which may ask you for the Unlock code. After that, we set up the program and get to work!

For those who use regular software from Megafon After installing proprietary software, some subscribers may have a problem - there is a connection to a telecom operator, but there is no Internet access and the pages do not open. To solve this problem you need to do the following:
1) Connect the modem to the PC, but do not connect to the Internet.
2) Launch the “MegaFon Internet” utility and select the menu item “Tools” - “Options” - “General”.
3) In the “Connection Type” item, select the “RAS (Modem)” type instead of “NDIS” and click the “OK” button.
4) If necessary, reconnect the modem to the computer.
This problem occurs among many subscribers who own Huawei e173, e1750 in the operating room Windows system 7 and Windows 8.

How to unlock 3g modem Megafon E173 with firmware 11.126.16.17.209

Step 1. You need to get the New Algo NCK code or search on the Internet.
Step 2. Enter the AT command into any terminal (for example DC-Unlocker or Hyper-terminal):

AT^CARDLOCK=”here_is_your_new_algo_code”

Press the Enter button. As a result, you should receive the answer: OK.
3. Disconnect the modem, reboot, connect and check its status.

AT commands for Huawei E173 3G modem:

We switch the devices to “Modem only” mode, virtual disk and card reader are disabled:

at^setport=»a1,a2;1,2,3″

on this 3G modem model, the command at^setport=»a1,a2;1,2,3″ replaces the same command AT^U2DIAG=0? for other Huawei modems.
Applicable to all modems of the new line of E3xx series and Huawei E173 with software version 21...

Before using the command it was like this:

at^setport?
^SETPORT:A1,A2;1,16,3,2,A1,A2
at^getportmode
^GETPORTMODE: TYPE: WCDMA: huawei,MDM:0,NDIS:1,DIAG:2,PCUI:3,CDROM:4,SD:5

And after application - like this:

at^setport?
^SETPORT:A1,A2;1,2,3
at^getportmode
^GETPORTMODE: TYPE: WCDMA: huawei,MDM:0,PCUI:1,DIAG:2

If your Huawei E173 modem is not detected in Windows 8 or Windows 8.1, the solution is to switch the device to modem+card reader mode:

To return the modem back to modem+cardreader+disk mode:

Switching the modem operating mode:
3G only:

AT^SYSCFG=14,2,3fffffff,0,1

2G only:

AT^SYSCFG=13,1,3fffffff,0,0

Enabling 2G and 3G

AT^SYSCFG=2,2,3fffff ff,0,2

Resetting completed settings:

AT^SETPORT=”A1,A2;1,16,3,2,A1,A2″

Many people do not understand life without the Internet. But in order to access the Internet you need only 2 things: a PC (laptop, tablet) and a USB device. Today, one of the popular USB devices is the Megafon E173 modem.

Very useful usb the modem will become available in cases where you need to connect the Internet not to desktop computer, and to a laptop and take it online outside the home. The device has a beautiful stylish and convenient design. Its advantage is that the e173 modem device program is already equipped with all necessary components for work.

If something is missing, a driver for the Megafon e173 modem can always be found on our website.

download the application for Megafon modem e173 and instructions for its installation;
carefully study and install on your computer;
start searching for information or work on the Internet.

Main characteristics of the device

System Requirements: Windows XP, Windows 2000 SP2, OS Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, Windows Vista,Mac OS X.
GPRS, EDGE, HSUPA 5.7 Mbit/s, HSDPA 7.2 Mbit/s.
UMTS 2100, GSM 850, GSM 1900, GSM 1800, GSM 900.
Balance request, SMS work.
Automatic installation Plug-n-Play.
A 3G wireless system with Megafon e173 is possible subject to the Megafon network.
Place to use the card Micro memory SD.
Voice call capability

Programs and drivers

Instructions for e173 and updates software and download drivers from the links below:

(22.001.18.30.209)
(11.126.85.00.209)

Consistent, necessary update will allow:

improve the quality of work wireless USB devices;
provide new functions;
increase data transfer speed;
correct defects, malfunctions, etc.

Firmware for Megafon modem e173 for all operators

Using programs for megaphone modem e173, you can flash or unlock the device. This operation is carried out without a SIM card.

Option 1. To unlock the e173 and e173u modem:

Rar archive with utilities and firmware - ;
Remove the cover from the modem and connect the E173 without a SIM card and a flash card;
We close all programs running on the computer;
Open the file v4mpire_unlocker from the archive and enter the IMEI found under the modem cover into the program and click Calc;
We save the issued Flashing and Unlocking codes in .txt document;
Open the program huawei_e173_e173u 1_firmware_update_11.126.85.00.209_B427;
Enter Flashing code and wait until the program finishes what it started;
We remove the modem from the USB port and restart the computer;
Re-insert the modem into the USB;
Find and install from the archive huawei_e173_dashboard_utps11.300.05.21.343_B416_v. 3.17.00.exe, when the program asks you to enter flashing parameter, find it in the saved file and install it;
Remove the modem again and reboot the computer;
And finally, after rebooting, insert your modem into USB port, wait automatic start e173 shell, reinstall the Huawei program from the device;
Install a SIM card from any operator and start connecting to the Internet. If the operator you need is not there, add it Options > Edit Profile. All information for filling out forms is located on the official website of your telecom operator.
Enjoy your use and stay tuned!

The Huawei_e173р driver, just in case something goes wrong, you can download.

You consciously accept responsibility for your actions with your equipment. Think carefully before proceeding to point 1.

Option 2. Another way to unlock the e173 modem from Megafon

Watch the video and repeat. Archive with software - !

You consciously accept responsibility for your actions with your equipment. Think carefully before you take action.