MOFI4500-4GXeLTE V2 Download Section:
If you want to see a video on how to do the firmware update, you can look at it here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7g8SGYDNVbw&t=4s
Important Notes:
If you have the basic MOFI4500-4GXeLTE V2 and use a USB modem/hotspot, you should use firmware 1.9.8.8
For iPhone USB Tethering, you will also need 1.9.8.8
For Android USB Tethering, you can use firmware 2.1.8std or later
All SIM2 and SIM4 routers should use firmware 2.1.8 or later for all providers
(if you have any issues with disconnect, it is recommended to use this firmware 2.1.8 or later firmware, read below on how to update)
For SIM3, you should use firmware 1.9.8.8
Note if you are using a SIM4 with Sprint with an iSIM, you should be on firmware 2.3.4 or later
If you are on a Sprint Unlimited Plan, you should install the Sprint Unlimited firmware below, currently 3.0.2Sprint Unlimited
Firmware 2.XXstd does not currently support most USB modems or hotspot at this time so if you need this, use firmware 1.9.8.8.
For tethering, firmware 2.1.8 or later supports Android USB tethering. If you need iphone USB tethering, you need to use firmware 1.9.8.8
If your router does not have the power light on after 1 minute for many reasons, you can use this recovery file to bring your unit back up
MOFI RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS:
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If your router’s power does not come on and flash or have an issues that is serious,
you can try to do a recovery as it is possible to have this fixed.
http://mofinetwork.com/firmware/mofi4500v2/MOFI_RECOVERY_MOFI4500_models.pdf
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Firmware 3.0.2 (For all providers, if you have a sprint unlimited plan, use firmware below for Sprint Unlimited)
Date Released: Nov 03 2017
If you have firmware 2.0 or later on and have internet access on your router, you can do a remote update to get to latest firmware without having to do this manually.
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CLICK HERE TO SAVE FIRMWARE 3.0_2
http://mofinetwork.com/firmware/mofi4500v2/mofi4500_4GXeLTE_V2Firmware3_0_2std.bin
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1__ccvimBMMPCTr_5uy5KvuTjY-MHRvbq/view?usp=sharing
Checksum: 19ae8dca4cfbac85588dfd47f63a9763
Size: 15.50 MB
Change Logs:
– 3.0.2 Fix toggle to turn PureVPN On and Off as previous this toggle to turn off was broken
– 3.0.2 Add DNS servers to populate automatically in IP Pass through/Bridge mode option
– 3.0 Krack Attack patch for Wifi to fix newly found wifi loop hole that effected every router worldwide.
– 3.0 Added firewall reload monitor in IP Pass Through to help firewall reload properly after DHCP renew
– 3.0 Updated SIM2 module to display phone number and sim ID
– 3.0 Add back QOS and SQM QOS which was removed in pervious firmware
– 3.0 Updated SMSTools3 for Remote Management
– 2.8 Band Scanner now relocks band if previous set
– 2.8 Increase speed on router with various VPN service like PureVPN, Express VPN and more
– 2.8 New MOFI API included for API implementation
– 2.8 New System log generator
– 2.8 Now has ability to switch provider without doing a second reboot
– 2.7.7 Increase wifi power by 25% to get a better wifi signal range and speed
– 2.7.7 Add new feature called Band Scanner to see all available bands and signal for that band. Located under Mofi Internal Modem then Band Scanner
– 2.7.4 Added AT&T Access MY Lan option
– 2.7.4 Fined tuned Sprint Unlimited button so it stays in specific profile
– 2.7.2 New Band Lock Wizard located in Mofi Internal Modem --> Band Lock
– 2.7.2 SSH/SCP Path fixed
– 2.7.2 DNS does not get over written when wizard is ran
– 2.7.2 GPS reconnect fix when signal is lost
– 2.6.6 Added option to make the WAN into LAN easier by going to system then optimization
– 2.6.5 Upgraded Watchdog system to work a little smarter
– 2.6.5 Made fix for connection manager to not run multiple times to prevent crash
– 2.6.5 Add Option in IP Pass Through to show details when using static IP settings
– 2.6.5 Add ability to turn VLan Tagging Off at a lower level than previously
– 2.6.5 Add both google and Opendns in dns server list 8.8.8.8 208.67.222.222
– 2.6.5 Added auto APN for Appalacian Wireless
– 2.6.4 SMNP libraries fixed
– 2.6.4 Added auto APN for Bahamas Telecom
– 2.6.3 Fixed minor GPS Issue
– 2.6.2 Added fixed for some providers to auto set correct mode with static IP apn
– 2.6.1 Added Express Vpn Support
– 2.6.1 Reset all ethernet port when router is rebooted
– 2.6.1 SMS reset at bootup to clear message already stored
– 2.6 Fixed slower speeds on VPN and MOFI CLOUD
– 2.5.4 Added fix for Sprint unlimited option (best to use special Sprint Unlimited Firmware listed below)
– 2.5.2 Updated re-connection manager
– 2.5.1 Included auto MTU feature to automatically set best MTU on boot up
– 2.5 Updated TTL to 65 as default
– 2.4.1Fixed issue with firmware 2.4.0 using new Cloud Link Servers
– 2.4.1 Updated MTU Checker to determine what is best MTS to use
– 2.4.0 Added new MTU Checker to automatically check what MTU you should be using.
Selecting best MTU for your location will give you the best speed possible. This is located under system then Optimization
– 2.4.0 Fixed issues with remote management not updating properly with firmware 2.3.5 and 2.3.7
– 2.3.7 New Cloud Link Servers added to GUI Interface
– 2.3.7 Service Type to set to LTE or 4G ONLY field was added as it was accidentally removed in firmware 2.3.4 and 2.3.5
– 2.3.5 Minor fix that should not effect most customers that are on 2.3.4
– 2.3.4 Fix bug with some T-Mobile SIM cards being auto set with Sprint settings
– 2.3.2 Fixed Disconnection issue with Sprint on SIM4 modem
– 2.3.0 Add bug fix with manually updating module firmware
– 2.2.9 Added ability to manually and remotely update firmware on MOFI SIM4 Module
– 2.2.9 Official starting firmware for Sprint
– 2.2.2 Fixed issue with fail over something not letting you log back in router after it is active
– 2.20 Added Band Info in signal status
– 2.1.8 Fixed Android USB Tethering Bug
– 2.1.6 Fixed GPS signal issue (for MOFI4500-4GXeLTE-SIM4-GPS model)
– 2.1.4 Updated signal status for SIM3 model
– 2.1.3 Fixed APN issue when it is change and needed a hard power off prior. Soft reboot will work fine now when changing APN.
– 2.1.2 Fix band lock for MC7354 module
– 2.1.2 Minor change to signal meter
– 2.1.1 Fixed Module reset so it reboots router after the module is reset
– 2.1.1 Fix issue with wizard not rebooting properly
– 2.0.9 Fixed Band Lock Bug, all bands can now be locked at any time
– 2.0.8 Added auto ID SIM card for iWireless
– 2.0.6 Fixed Internet LED to show accurate info when router is connected to internet
– 2.0.4, added wireless bridge/repeater options
– 2.0.3, fixed bug that was in 2.0.1 and 2.0.2 with using some APN access point name.
If you have 2.0.1 or 2.0.2 and are having any issues, upgrade to latest firmware.
Instructions on how to update the router:
To do the firmware update, you must connect to the router with a network cable from your pc to the router.
Take out the 3G/4G/LTE stick from the back of the router
You should not use Google Chrome to do the firmware update or anything else when you log into the router.
Use Internet Explorer, Firefox or Safari web browser to do this update.
1) Power on router and connect to port 1-4 on the back of the router or connect to the wifi network on the router
2) After router is completed booting up (takes approx 60 seconds) and power light is solid, open up your internet explorer, firefox or safari
(do not use Google Chrome)
3) In the address bar, enter
http://192.168.10.1/cgi-bin/luci
username: root
password: admin
4) Click on basic mode on the top right and then click on the system system on the side
5) Click on Manually Flash Firmware which is located under System
6) Uncheck “Keep Settings” and click on Browse… or Choose File
7) Locate the file that you saved and click on Open
8) Click on “Upload image” You should see the file size as 15.50 MB
Checksum: 19ae8dca4cfbac85588dfd47f63a9763
If the checksum is not the same as listed here, delete the file you have and re-download it.
9) Click “Proceed” to start the update process (may take up to 2 mins).
When the power light starts to blink, the update is completed and the router is rebooting.
10) After update is completed and power light is solid, you will be prompt to log in
If not, make sure you are connect to the router via wifi or ethernet and go back to the log in
http://192.168.10.1/cgi-bin/luci
username: root
password: admin
11) After you are logged in, do a factory default that is located in basic mode then system then factory default.
Do the default and that would complete all the steps for this update.
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This firmware is for Sprint Customers that is not using an iSIM.
You can take your Sprint SIM card out of your hotspot or usb modem and put direct in the MOFI router. No need to call or do anything for the activation.
Load this firmware. You can follow the steps above as they are the same but you should make sure you have correct firmware 3.0.2Sprint Unlimited
CLICK HERE TO SAVE FIRMWARE 3.0.2 Sprint Unlimited
http://mofinetwork.com/firmware/mofi4500v2/mofi4500_4GXeLTE_V2Firmware3_0_2_sprint_unlimited.bin
Checksum: 2cbc63aa0c1675a2b07cdc5588799fe1
Size: 15.50 MB
This firmware will set mode automatically for Sprint Unlimited Customers so no need to push the Sprint Unlimited button as you would with the standard firmware
Use same instuctions do to the firmware update as about
The only thing that is different is to verify that they checksum is correct: a7997dfd3d72271712c0a1e02530445c
This firmware has will set router to work automatically with a Sprint Unlimited