There are lots of methods and tools for unlocking modems/router especially ZTE MF861 AT&T Velocity USB Stick, e.g. of these tools/dongles are MKEY, Dc Unlocker, UMT, etc. but the disadvantages of these tools are; they are expensive, require unlock credit, and also you will need to subscribe yearly in order to use it.
Also, there are also free methods of unlocking modems/routers these include; unlocked firmware flashing, calculating unlock code using free tools but if you aren’t sure of the firmware to flash or unlock code to use, you’ll end-up bricking the device.
In this guide, I’ll be explaining two methods of unlocking ZTE MF861 AT&T Velocity USB Stick
METHOD 1 - Unlock Code Service
Follow the below steps to get the unlock code for ZTE MF861 AT&T Velocity USB Stick
- Open the modem/router cover
- Copy down the IMEI written on the stick on the modem.
- Insert a locked carrier sim card, e.g if the modem is locked to Airtel, insert Etisalat Sim card.
- Contact me via CONTACT US for an unlock code.
- Power on/Connect the MiFi to PC and launch the modem’s dashboard.
- Input the code sent to you via WhatsApp to unlock the modem.
METHOD 2 - Remote Service Unlock
This unlock method is done remotely. The user needs to provide some info and also make sure the below is intact:
- Insert a locked carrier sim card, e.g if the modem is locked to Airtel, insert Etisalat Sim card.
- If the router has a battery make sure it is charged.
- Install AnyDesk or TeamViewer on your PC
- Copy and send the Modem’s Model, IMEI, and AnyDesk or Teamviewer ID to the below form Contact US.
- Contact me via CONTACT US for the next unlock process.