Huawei E220 (USB Modem), Windows - Written by mbrocks.com on Friday, December 28, 2007 11:47 - 57 Comments

Huawei E220 - 7.2Mbps firmware update

I’ve just got my mits on the latest firmware for the Huawei E220. This update upgrades the modem to download at speeds up to 7.2Mbps - compared to the standard 3.6Mbps. I’ve just installed it and run a speed test in a 7.2Mbps area and I’m getting average speeds of around 2.5Mbps, peaking at 4.3Mbps (see the NetPerSec screenshot). The lack of receive diversity on the device will prevent it from hitting speeds much higher than this.

E220 7.2Mbps

This firmware isn’t an official release from Vodafone, so don’t expect any support from them… The usual disclaimers apply here - if you want to install the update do so at your own risk…..

Download firmware 11.117.09

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Stuart Little
Dec 30, 2007 9:55

Can you do the same test with the 7.2 Mbps-update for the Option Express 7.2 Ready?
Here’s an official Vodafone firmware (Bite):
http://images.bite.lt/bite/files/pub/bite_lv/en/device_addon_files/Option_upgrade_en.pdf

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Jan 31, 2008 2:02

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CypherHackz
Feb 2, 2008 11:43

My modem always disconnected suddenly after I upgraded it. What could be wrong?

CypherHackz
Feb 3, 2008 9:02

Can you give the download link to downgrade the firmware?

Bricked!
Feb 21, 2008 14:01

I tried this firmware update, but after starting the update the modem registered as being not connected and the process terminated. The modem is no longer recognised as such. Is there a way to recover from this bad flash?

Yin
Feb 29, 2008 15:30

Panic over! I uninstalled and then reinstalled Mobile Connect and set up the device again. I ran the 7.2Mbps firmware update (leaving the Forced Download box blank) and it worked.

k3lvinmitnick
Mar 3, 2008 1:24

I have a Cnet modem & I use VNPT user. How can I up my speed ?
I mean how can I use Mobile Connect to up my Speed ? Is that compatiable ?
(I come from VietNamese)

augy
Mar 5, 2008 8:50

can anyone tell me how to unlock my huawei e220?

stenmich
Mar 9, 2008 14:35

Hello, i got HUAWEI E220 from VODAFONE ITALY and i did a firmaware upgrade 11.117.09. Now it’s working perfectly and the connection says “7.2Mbit/sec”.
Thank you very much!!!!

dex_10
Mar 19, 2008 6:20

I did the 7.2Mbps upgrade and it works perfectly! My service provider is Vodacom South Africa.

7.2Mbps Huawei E220 firmware upgrade | Mobile Broadband
Mar 25, 2008 12:11

[...] http://www.mobileconnected.co.uk/huawei-e220-72mbps-firmware-update/ [...]

Actualizar Huawei E220 a 7.2 Mbps | albertosagredo.es
Mar 31, 2008 21:14

[...] Vía MobileConnected.co.uk [...]

jT
Apr 6, 2008 10:19

Worked ok on a 3UK e220. Now reports connection at 7.2Mbps although speedtest shows local cell providing 1.3Mbps speed.

xose
Apr 10, 2008 9:07

latest, 11.117.09.04.00 (05.02.2008), and official it’s here:
http://www.vodafone.de/hilfe-support/technischer-support/97017_106487.html

Noheadphones
Apr 13, 2008 6:05

Hi does anyone know if there is a version of this update for mac os x

Lucas
Apr 17, 2008 13:20

Great works without problems

joe
Apr 22, 2008 10:03

i hope u fix ur problems using these original firmwares http://www.huawei.com/mobileweb/en/doc/list.do?type=-1&id=736

ninu
Apr 23, 2008 13:14

what can i do about the ping (lag) ?i wanna play counter strike but i have lag from 150-300?im using 3.6 hsdpa vodafone smart modem

mohammad atif
May 5, 2008 8:45

thanx my e220 is upgraded and working perfect with 7.2mbps speed.

GR
May 13, 2008 18:10

I also installed this firmware and working perfectly (without the force option). Also Vodacom South Africa.

David
May 16, 2008 11:26

Just installed firewire working 100%.. Vodacom Suoth Africa.

adrian
May 18, 2008 13:33

heeeeelp i have a huawei e220modem and i get around 5 kbs/sec download my service provider is vodafone romania i’m desperate could someone tell me what should i do about it pleeeease thanks

www.maxgruening.de » 7.2 Mbps
May 19, 2008 7:19

[...] Nachtrag: Da habe ich in meiner Freude doch glatt alle relevanten Informationen vergessen. Anbieter: Vodafone UK Modem: Huawei 220 (das Standardmodem von Vodafone, 3 und T-Mobile) Die Software habe ich hier gefunden: http://www.mobileconnected.co.uk/huawei-e220-72mbps-firmware-update/ [...]

kam2530
Jun 4, 2008 20:57

i have got a ZTE - MF622 will this firmware upgrade work on it cause i really need this.

miah
Jun 5, 2008 10:53

hi, can somebody tell me if this firmware will work on a 3 contract? If i use this upgrade will i be able to have a 7.2mbps speed on my contact or will it not work with contract? if not, does anybody know a 3 upgrade?

vIQtor
Jun 9, 2008 13:59

miah,

It will work with any providers, but if they find out that it is unlocked then you lose guarantee. This can happen most probably when you tell it to them

lapotoh
Jun 12, 2008 3:57

it’s really work with and very fast!!!
thank alot!

lapotoh
Jun 12, 2008 4:02

@adrian
just use this upgrade firmware, it will solve your problem.

before i upgrade it, my speed also same with you, only 5-10 kbps, now more than 100 kbps.

i use it in indonesia.

Bagus Dudy
Jun 13, 2008 12:29

I have an Huwaei E220 bundled with one GSM operator. It only can used for the operator card. Is there anyone know how to make my modem operate to all GSM operator? If somebody know, please email me at goesdudy@yahoo.com. THanks before

tntuof
Jun 18, 2008 22:13

Does anybody know where to have the latest firmware 11.117.10.00.00 mentioned here: http://forum.huawei.com/jive4/thread.jspa?threadID=321562&tstart=30&orderStr=8
and what are the diffrences?

tntuof
Jun 18, 2008 22:26

@xose
Does the latest, 11.117.09.04.00 (05.02.2008) http://www.vodafone.de/hilfe-support/technischer-support/97017_106487.html
has simlock or anything like that, or is it generic unlocked version?

Elton
Jun 22, 2008 20:09

Updated in South Africa Vodacom - It works.

DeepSilence
Jun 27, 2008 8:37

The firmware provided it’s working for Romania, too. Just upgraded my E220 modem and it’s working smoothly. Thanks !

kenco
Jun 27, 2008 23:35

Will this work on a Vodafone UK e220?

Which is better, the one linked in the article or the one from vodafone.de?

Dom
Jul 6, 2008 18:15

Any body got any ideas for how 2 use this e220 thingy on xbox live ?
can i connect direct or do i hav 2 go thru laptop (how)
please help

Hack Huawei E220 to 7,2Mbps « Infosolusi’s Weblog
Jul 9, 2008 2:40

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Blok39
Jul 11, 2008 10:34

The firmware works a treat but does not solve my problems with my ping, ne 1 know how to reduce your ping im getting 387ms. thanks

vIQtor
Jul 12, 2008 15:32

Unlocking mobile devices is illegal in many countries, so please avoid the following website:
http://www.dc-unlocker.com/

Cheers

hannappel-sec
Jul 17, 2008 12:55

working perfect with german eplus network
(also with simyo card)
thanks

vmphoto
Jul 21, 2008 8:33

Is there a version for MAC OS X (10.5) ??? CAn’t work with a PC+windows… Thanks a lot !

Mo
Jul 21, 2008 12:48

I don’t know much about software updates. I have downloaded the new version. Can someone send me a link on what process to follow to uninstal old and instal 7.2 version.

lucawind
Jul 22, 2008 20:00

The firmware upgrade works properly with E220 provided by Wind Italy too.
Thank you!

mike
Jul 30, 2008 22:53

Fast…..but …if internet consumer use data/volume based (not time based)…the billing will blow up…

ancokksss
Aug 18, 2008 15:23

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pinsoftstudios
Aug 21, 2008 19:47

I did manage to increase my E220’s download capability to 7.2Mbps, but the question is now can one increase the upload speed from 384kbps to 1.4Mbps? Does anybody know? Your comments will be much appreciated. My service provider is Vodacom South Africa.

Tony Dennis
Aug 27, 2008 3:54

I tries to install the software maybe 20 times. It just won’t detect my E220. I tried following instructions on the Huawwei site which suggested uninstalling first but that didn’t work either. And the link on the Vodacom site isn’t working.

Bill
Aug 27, 2008 8:05

I have E220, its curently locked to Voda.
what is the proceedure? ulock first ? or can attempt the spped upgrade first (on locked modem)?
anyone who had this scenario, pls advise best way to proceed.
cheers

Anders
Aug 28, 2008 0:28

Whenever I installed new upgrades, my modem gets disconnected frequently. Is there any measures to prevent this?

intikaa
Aug 29, 2008 12:26

FirmWare 11.117.10.00.00

http://www.emome.net/files/mobileinternets/E220Update_11.117.10.00.00.B268.exe

http://www.umtslink.at/3g-forum/showthread.php?p=644428

did not test it yet…

pinsoftstudios
Aug 29, 2008 23:29

I have now upgraded to the Huawei E272. Does anybody know where I can get the latest software and firmware for it please? My service provider is Vodacom South Africa.

Ejrndo
Sep 3, 2008 16:23

You do not need to upgrade, as i know, if you can use E272 normally, there is not necessary to upgrade, because the faster speed will not appear after you upgrade it.

—–pinsoftstudios
Aug 29, 2008 23:29
I have now upgraded to the Huawei E272. Does anybody know where I can get the latest software and firmware for it please? My service provider is Vodacom South Africa.

hoto
Sep 4, 2008 16:59

Hi there,

I made a tutorial about unlocking your E220 card. You will be directed how to get the unlock code in the EFS of your card. Maybe it will work with other model, not tested though. The code in the picture was tested with a T-Mobile E220 with network locked. Leave your comment there either you successfully unlock it or not.

I hope you find this usefull.

lorier
Sep 5, 2008 23:52

thanks a lot hoto
the procedure to unlock E220 manually worked for me with an SFR E220 (French Vodafone)

However, the offset was not the same as you with my firmware 11.115.

I searched on hex 5364 and found the unlock key (8 numbers). don’t remember the offset.
I used the SFR desimockage tool which is probabbly the same as your from here
http://www.sfrentreprises.fr/elements/documents/espace-utilisateur/global_access/Huawei_E220.zip

You had to use Mobile Partner to use another ISP bcse VMCLite seems to be Vodafone locked.

Great !!

Alfian
Oct 26, 2008 19:42

please help me , after install new firmware my huawei e220 can detect any sim card and my sn become unknown please if anybody have any solution , please mail me at alfian_pan@yahoo.com. my huawei e220
imei: 355083013496002 ( t-mobile )
sn: E01AB10750901037

paul
Oct 31, 2008 2:39

my service provider is o2 ireland connection was very slow with weak reception 3 bars on “EDGE”
downloaded the e220 firmware OMG now getting stable 3.2mb downloads HSDPA.

sandro
Nov 14, 2008 15:07

heLLo aLL.. I have aLready installed E220 on my vista ultimate.. but it work so slowly..
what step can i take to solve this?? should i JUST download this one firmware??
or what?? please help my modem do with fast..
thanks…

sandro
indonesian
aversandro_27@yahoo.com

MMMS
Nov 16, 2008 12:23

Hi,any want have Last firmware E220 11.117.10.02.00.B268
pls i need last update