Removes network restrictions so you can use any SIM card.
Download the (also known as the Huawei E5172 Bootrom Tool) and extract it on your PC. huawei e5172 firmware original
Depending on whether your router is currently functioning or bricked, choose one of the two installation methods below. Method 1: Upgrading via the Standard Web GUI Removes network restrictions so you can use any SIM card
: Since standard online updates often fail on branded routers, users typically use the Huawei Multicast Upgrade Tool to force the .bin or .tar firmware file onto the device over LAN. huawei e5172 firmware original
: Once on original firmware, many users then convert the E5172 into a Wi-Fi repeater to extend their home network. A Word of Caution