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Hame 3G Wi-Fi Modem Review & Manual Settings for Non-Chinese Users

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Hame 3G Wi-Fi Modem - Review and Manual Settings for English UsersThe Hame 3G Wi-Fi Router is the next best thing to happen to my traveling escapades after purchasing my current Samsung Galaxy Note.

I love this pretty affordable device that has been a very big asset to me. To some, the name “Hame” as a brand could be so strange to them, well that was how it was with me at first.

The Review

Hame 3G Wi-Fi Router is a 3G Wireless Modem from a top Chinese Company,Hame Technologies.

Since the production in early 2012, there has been series of models, the most popular one being HAME MPR-A1.

The HAME MPR-A1 3G Wi-Fi Modem is 100% compatible with 3G, HSPA+, HSPA, CDMA 1X EVDO USB Modem, iPhone and android.

It is also compatible with all latest versions of Microsoft windows starting from Windows 2000, It can also run on Linux operating system.

The HM-A1 Wireless Router also has a built-in battery of 1800 mAh capacity which provides a continuous operating time of 3 to 6 hours.

You can charge the battery using a mini USB port or through a power adapter.  It can also be used effectively as a power bank for charging mobile phones including ; iPhone, android and most Chinese phones.

Another awesome feature of this device is the ability to connect an iPhone to it for sharing your internet connection without having a 3G USB modem.

Features of HAME MPR-A1 3G Wi-Fi Router

The Hame MPR-A1 3G Wireless Modem can work as Mobile power bank for charging iPhone, android phones, tabs, iPad and other smart phones.

It comes with a built-in Ethernet port, which allows it to convert cable broadband to Wi-Fi. You can also use it to extend other Wi-Fi network instead of purchasing a different access point.

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It is fully compatible with more than 420 kinds of 3G USB modems including Huawei, ZTE, Alcatel, Vodafone, D-Link, TCT, Epivalley and many other brands .

It also Supports the sharing of data plan via iPhone.

Features in Bullets

  • Mobile Power Bank

With a Built-in 1800mAh Li-polymer battery the Hame MPR-A1 3G Wireless Router supports the charging of iPhone battery, Powers 3G hotspot for hours without direct power or USB connection.

You can easily find out how much battery power is left by pressing the battery indicator button.

  • Mini AP, ADSL/DHCP Access Automatic Recognition

The Hame MPR-A1 3G Wireless Modem comes also with a  Built-in Ethernet port that makes it very easy to convert LAN to WiFi.

It also lets more people surf the internet under the WiFi coverage area by serving as an access point used for extending WiFi connections.

  • 3G Router, WiFi sharing

We have already outlined several 3G modem that’s fully compatible with Hame MPR-A1 3G Wireless Router.

It makes the making of WiFi connection seems so easy.

Need more features? 

The video below will guide you in English Language and you can also ask us any question using the comment section.

Guide and Manual Setup Instruction For Non-Chinese Users

When I first purchased the Hame MPR-A1 3G Wireless Router, I was shocked to see only Chinese manual with no single English references in it.

I visited their website and found that one even harder than the guesswork I was doing all night trying to figure out a way to manually add my local APN settings to it.

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This tips should guide you on basic settings needed to get all your Hame 3G Wi-Fi Modems working properly as a non-Chinese customer.

At the end of this section, you should be able to;

  • Change the admin dashboard language from Chinese to English
  • Change both your admin and Wi-Fi Password
  • Create a unique name (SSID) for your Wi-Fi
  • Change your APN and Mobile Network related options
  • Setup Firewall and other dashboard related stuff

How to Change from Chinese to English Language

Maybe Hame didn’t expect their product to go as for as Africa, Europe and America without remembering there’s eBay, aliexpress and Dhgate.

Any way, that’s left for them to worry about. Now to Configure your Hame 3G Wireless Router to use English instead of Chinese when using the admin dashboard. Kindly follow the steps below;

  1. Turn on the Router by pressing the power-on button by the side
  2. Open your favorite web browser and enter  http://192.168.169.1/goform/setSysLang?en
  3. Use hame or admin as the password depending on your device (mine was hame)
  4. If requesting for both username & password, combine both either ways (hame/hame or admin/admin)

Now to change Your admin and Wi-Fi Password

Continue from the dashboard by hovering over “admin” select “management” and change the settings under “Administrator Settings” to your own preferred variable. (default is hame/hame or admin/admin)

Changing Default Wi-Fi Password

This is very much like that of the admin details ==> Just hover over “Wireless” from the main menu and select “WIFI Settings” ==> Change Network Name (SSID) and Pass Phrase from there. Remember to select a security mode or leave it at the default option.

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Hame 3G Wi-Fi Modem - Review and Manual Settings for Non Chinese Users

Creating a Manual APN Settings to Match your Mobile Internet Service Provider

Everything about Hame 3G Wi-Fi Router is automated from setup to connecting to the internet, but most mobile telecoms operators do not support automatic profiles and as such will need a manual APN configuration.

  • Hover over “internet” from the main menu and select “WAN Network”
  • Choose 3G as type and Check the Manual APN box
  • Enter your Access Point Network details as required and hit “apply” button to save

Hame 3G Wi-Fi Router - Review and Manual Settings for Inetrnational Users

APN Settings for all Network Providers in Nigeria

If you are using this modem in Nigeria or using any of the Nigeria telecom service providers, here are the various APN settings that should work for you.

Glo Nigeria

APN = gloflat

Dial Up Number = *99#

Username   = flat

Password = flat

MTN Nigeria

APN = web.gprs.mtnnigeria.net

Dial Up Number = *99#

Username = web

Password = web

9Mobile Nigeria

APN = etisalat

Dial Up Number = *99#

Username   = blank

Password = blank

Airtel Nigeria

APN = internet.ng.airtel.com

Dial Up Number = *99#

Username = internet

Password = internet

If you are outside Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, Germany, France, Mexico and Jamaica, you can visit here for a more comprehensive list of APN settings or get them from your network providers over the phone or from their various websites.

Other advance features that’s available in the Hame 3G Wi-Fi Modem admin interface can be tweaked following the above examples.

I have also uploaded the Hame 3G Wi-Fi Modem English Manual here for download.

Drop your challenges below, if there’s any.

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133 COMMENTS

  1. After reset, I do not remember My Hame R1 wifi password (and I can not see the factory password on the body of my Hame R1). So I can’t do anything with my Hame R1. Please help me how to solve it. Thanks a lot.

  2. @ Obasi Miracle
    sorry brother for late reply
    after many try i was able to reset my hame router and was working fine
    but since yesterday it started again restarting so i think i need to flash its firmware now
    can u help me getting updated firmware for this device HAME R1

  5. Hi, i connect this Hame pocket router to my Office LAN , and my office internet connection require setting to Proxy,
    Where can i find proxy setting for hame

    Thank you and sorry for my English

  6. got it.

    Searched the MAC adress from the connected LAN port.

    If read last 8 digits, but didn’t work. Then tryied and changed the last digit with an 8 and worked.

    Bingo

  7. Sorry some typos.

    I can ping the 192.168.169.1 but I can’t open them in any computer or browser.

    I also tryed to reset, then it start with red light, but no other result

  8. Marry Christmas,

    I’ve got an older HAMA MPR-A1. But I do not have a WiFi password.

    Is there any chance to get or change this.

    I also can to open the 102.168.169.1 address, I think this would only work when I’m connected via WiFi.

    I only see the SSID: HAMA_A1_eff9.

    Any ideas are welcome

    Sigi

  9. hello. I just bumped in to your site looking for information about Hame pocket wifi router. I am using this for a couple of days now then yesterday i had a problem with it. there was no 3G connection light on the modem itself. not sure if its from the provider or if the modem had some problem. I dont really know how this pocket wifi works. hope you can give me some suggestions and advice. thanks

  13. HI
    I have hame a15
    I’m using LAN CABLE TO WIN7 PC
    Onday While switching from receiver to hotshot it’s getting late to change setting. So I disconnected from LAN
    From that day
    When ever I connected to PC through LAN
    It’s not detected as Unidentified network.
    And IP:192.168.169.1 not opening in any browser
    I have done resetting also
    When switching in pressed with a small pin into resetting hole.
    Help me.

    • Remove the network/driver from the PC, reset the device, connect again and use the proxy address to configure it a-fresh

  15. I have Hame R1 model working for last 1 and 1/2 years. Now there is problem in router as power back up is almost nil from last few days. Now even online light is not glowing very mildly & internet connection could not been done through router.
    Any solution . Battery of router gone ? if so , how to solve.

  18. Hi. For the past 4-6 months its just working normally. but then tonight for unknown reason it just blinking and my modem is not detected. I’ve try restart and reset (inserting needle) several times but it also is not working. Please help me :(

  19. I Have HAME Wireless 3G Router With Power Bank Model R1 But Unfortunately It Displays It’s Settings In Chinese. Please Guide Me How To Change Languge To English. Nor Can Use North I Can Serve Up!
    Please Help!

      • hello,my hame mpr a1 just arrived and i dont know how to set it up because it came without a user manual . ive enterd the url from the device but it does not work could you help me with that ?

        • You’ll need to connect to the phone or pc before entering the address. The English manual is also attached to this post.

      • have HAME F1 and I am using it for wireless streaming. Now I can connect my computer to HAME through wifi but its web interface page on windows, android and Ipad shows media disconnected and I can’t see the Disk icon or Disk name in order to access files. All other functions are working fine.

        I would appreciate any help

    • You can reset the password to factory default by inserting a pin to the tiny hole by the rear/side of the router

  22. HI im using Hame R1 since yesterday and i can’t connect it with my 3g dongle( Huawei e3251). System win8…. Separetly they work fine (internet is working): dongle with computer and Hame R1 with lan cable. Both they just dont. I was trying changing auto to manual apn inserting correct values but it dont work. Lights just blinking. i reseted him 5 times and that didnt change thing. Official site is on Chinese and cant understand anything…Pls help.

      • Already did that, typed 192.168.169.1 and in 3g mode i typed apn,dial number,user name and password values of my operaton and clickem apply. It didnt work.

        • As in the settings refused to save after applying ’em? Was there any error message in particular and have you tried replicating same on either a mobile device or another PC? these are some random troubleshooting tips for getting such issues resolved

          • No errors dispayed, just limited connection for connection: HAME_A1_d55f , i tried another sim card (another operator, different apn,user,dial,pass) and also dont work. I typed 192…on my phone and i get same settings. Is my 3g compatible with R1?

          • Try this option when next you next the hame 3g router via the PC. Locate network settings from your PC and navigate to “change adapter options”. Locate the hame router (already connected) from the list and right click on it. Then click on the diagnose or troubleshoot option. Allow windows to detect and fix the issue automatically or suggest the fix for you.

          • I’ll study this again and see how other way we could resolve it without re-flashing the custom firmware/software. If access to the retail dealer and/or support website were reachable, it wouldn’t be such a frenzied issue.

  23. hi,
    i am using last three months and i hv no problem but now i am not be able to browsing pls help.but its hame moderm is connected only not be able to browsing.

    • Looks like a minor issue caused by either a wrong APN value for the network in use or lack of a qualified data bundle plan.

      You’ll need confirm that your data subscription is still valid from your internet services provider

      • Hi Thanks for reply I am using Lan ofiz cable for internet connection and data subscription is still valid .Before i am able to used this hame A2 router but from last 3 months I am not be able to used.Pls help .Router is connected but not be able for browsing.Wrong Apn how to change the Apn?coz i am not changed any setting?

  25. can anyone help me in getting firmware update for hame-r1 router mine is getting restart .
    plz help me in updating firmware .can give me the link or firmware om ny mail id

    [email protected]

  26. Connect ADSL modem to HAME router and setting wifi username and passcode

    1. Connect ADSL modem to HAME router via LAN cable (RJ45)
    2. turn on both devices
    3. open browser, type “192.168.169.1” and press enter
    4. login using username and pas : “hame” (lowercase)
    5. click Internet -> WAN Network -> WAN Connection Type and choose SMART
    6. Enjoy your connection

    Setting Wifi username and password :
    1. (after step above)
    2. Open Wireless -> Wifi setting -> Change Network ID (SSID) whatever you want -> Security Mode, choose WPA2-PSK and in pass phrase column, fill your password whatever you want -> Click Apply
    3. Reconnect your devices to wifi
    4. Enjoy your securable wifi

  27. Hello..
    I have a problem.. i use my MPR-A1 as a Wifi-router-amplifier.. i want to change my hame modem wifi password but it always shown as “Wifi is connecting, cannot do this”.. and if that message was shown i try to disconnect this wifi and enter to the security menu again but those problem still happend..
    Help me

  28. Hi,
    I have HAME F1, but I confused how to reset this 3G wifi to set up default setting. Can you help me to resolve this problem…thank you

  30. Hi, the defaulf password does not work, I guess something went wrong from the Chinese website. How can I recover the correct password?

  32. Hi,
    i forgot my Hame WIFI Password. Model Number is Hame_R1_0526. i sent for a repair to the seller and got back in working condition. but seller just stick password on modem itself. now it got erased and not able to connect, even i tried reset also. Please help me out of this

  33. hi…my hame modem’s wifi turns off whenever i restart the modem. Have been using it by resetting it with pin everytime…but now it seems, it has destroyed the internals…i can’t feel a button there anymore…any idea how do i get the wifi started again…can the settings of modem be accessed by directly connecting modem to pc using lan or something….plz help

  35. hi. my hame R1 doesnt dial 3g automatically, and i did setting APN manually, but doesnt start to connect internet, what i must to do ?

  37. Hi i did the same bad thing and now i’m unable to connect router and get access.
    what should i do now? any solution ?
    please help.

  38. connect with a LAN cable to a PC
    change the IP of the PC to a static IP 192.168.169.2
    Use 192.168.169.1 as Gateway
    the network icon at the bottom right of the PC would show it is connected
    then enter the IP of the router with 192.168.169.1 in the address bar of a browser
    the Admin page would open then u can go to wiFi settings and put on the wiFi again

  39. hi i bought Hame r1 and by mistake i turned off the wifi after logging
    into the account. now i have trying hard to reset but it doesnt. what to
    do?

    • Hi Preeti,

      H ave you tried using a pin to insert in the small hole beside or at the bottom of the modem?

      You might need run the config again on your browser once the modem is reset ted.

      • I do not get any message. The status shows as “Internet not connected”.
        Am able to connect to WIFI from my PC. But, internet is not available since the router is unable to connect to the Photon 3G. It is a HSUPA MF190 USB Stick from Tata Photon.

        • I am not sure of the problem you’re currently having buddy. But as a test, can you try installing connectify (connectify.me) software on your computer with the USB modem connected to the PC instead and check if that allows your phone to browse the internet.

          This will allow me give other advice from here, else you may need set correct APN values from your network provider.

  42. Unable to access the IP address provided, the error message is “Internet Explorer cannot display page”. I tried connecting to LAN cable and I had it reset using a paper pin for the no. of times but still no internet connection.

    • Its yours a wi-fi modem?

      and have you tried connecting via the wi-fi adapter on your pc using the troubleshooting option that came with Window to find out what the issue might be?

      Let me hear your feedback concerning this two.

      Thanks

      • Its Hame MPR A1 trying to connect it via LAN in my office that has internet connection but using as a WIFI in my iphone i cannot connect with the internet. I tried resetting it for a couple of times but still unable to access the internet. So i tried to trouble shoot it using the installation guide using the step 3 in the Computer settings which is to paste the IP address 192.168.169.1 but i cannot access this

  43. Thanks for sharing valuable inputs .
    I have Hame MPR A1 which was working well with Tata Indicom CdMA 3g stick but could not work with Vodafone ZTE stick. On check found that the perticular ZTE model is supported by Mpr.
    Please tell me how to resolve the issue.
    Please mail ur recommendations at [email protected]
    Waiting. For reply .
    Thanks.

  46. Hai, I’m facing problem to login for setting. Is there anyone can help me, I have tried to login for this 2 days but still can’t login

  48. I am not able to connect MPR-A1 3G Wi-Fi Router after setting up the password. I am getting error : Authentication error occurred” in my mobile/Laptop while connecting. I need help to reset the router to factory settings or if I can get over this error. Thank you so much in advance.

    • Hi Peeyush,
      resetting your modem is quite easy, all you need do is ==> locate the tiny “hole” by the side or back of your 3g modem.

      Gently insert a needle or pin inside to reset to factory default, let me know if you still need help with this

      thanks

  49. Hi,
    I have disabled the wifi button off in wireless section to connect back how to open the setup page. im unable to find the fix please advice

      • Hi I am trying to access the address as specified but the wifi is off in settings page from then im unable to communicate with hame router.

        • Is your Hame device turned on? is your pc wi-fi driver properly installed? if both is positive a pc restart may be necessary……. let me know if you need other troubleshooting options

          • Thank you Miracle,

            I know and sorry, may be you are not the person I should ask technical things. I Really appreciate your prompt response to my comments and
            helping me.

            Also guessing you might have faced issue what I’m getting.

            I Google and found to reset the device. I did about 8 times then it got restored and able to reset WiFi password.

            But having the same issue “HAME router is not accepting more then 1 device the reason why i turned WiFi button off.”

            Is there any why to make HAME to accept more then one device to connect. I have two android and one Symbian mobile and PC.

            I am successfully able to connect to PC and one android (2.3.5) mobile, another android(2.3.5) and Symbian devices are not able to find WiFi, if found not been connecting.

            Sorry for a long story. if interest please respond or delete the comment u have rights to do..

            cheers.. :)

          • Hi Vinod,

            I understand how frustrated you are with my not providing a satisfactory answer in my previous reply to your challenges..

            Trust me, I didn’t mean to do so and that doesn’t mean I’m new to tech gadgets and how to troubleshoot them …..

            Your question

            Hi I am trying to access the address as specified but the wifi is off in settings page from then im unable to communicate with hame router.

            suggested your pc isn’t able to communicate with your 3g router, that was what actually prompted me to advice you check your driver and other wireless related tips.

            Concerning your new challenge; I will advice you log on to http://192.168.169.1 from your favorite browser and ==> change the SSID and “security mode” ==> toggling from “dynamic” frequency to a specific (static) one can also aid your troubleshooting.

            One you switch to something new, save and check if that works in positive direction..

            Normally, up to 20 devices can connect and use your 3g router simultaneously ..

            I haven’t personally faced this problem myself, hence, my reason for providing only tips and idea …..

            More…….
            1. Can you provide further details like what error message you normally get when trying to add a new device?
            2. Have you tried using the WPA-open ( Wi-Fi Adhoc, open) without success?

          • My first question to you was the After turning off the Hame router WiFi in settings page. But that doesn’t addressed the issue so i found a reset option which resolves the issue but except other mobile device I am able to connect hame router to another rmobile and PC.

            I will try u solution..

          • Yes, I did found at Hame site FAQ section to reset device to restore the WiFi settings. The retail store where i brought no one get faced to it nor they know how to resolve.

          • hello there
            I stupidly did the same thing and clicked wifi off :(
            How did you reset to restore wifi settings
            thanks
            jamie

          • Yes , I have reset it , still its not transmitting the wifi signal. my laptop/mobile is not detecting the signal(i have checked mobile/laptop wifi setting).
            the blue light is blowing in dim (low brightness) .

          • Repeat the reset untill see the red blink goes and blue blink start’s and do make the device full charge don’t leave it connected to charge even its full charged.

          • Hi, I did reset no of times then it got reset and get proper working now. from few days the device is getting reset by itself. I dont know what is the reason.

          • Hi Vikas, I did reset with papaer pin hold for 10 seconds untill the red indicator start blink remove the pin and see the blue blink indication continuously then connect with ip and do settings of your data card.

            Mine is Reliance data card #777, user namme and Pwd data card number and works great.

            In WiFi settings WPA section TKIP/AES for non-android or other devices to connect

            Now it rocks.. no issues till now

          • since you diabled wifi you cannot login wirelessly. plug in your LAN cable to both PC and router and enter address mentioned above. then login to the dashborad page as usual and turn wifi back on .

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