FAQ
TL;DR: 78 % of login failures on mobile hotspots stem from wrong gateway or DHCP issues [Cisco, 2023]; “reset plus DHCP auto-obtain fixes nine in ten E5577 cases” says network engineer Ricoh_220 [Elektroda, Ricoh_220, post #15745130] Factory-reset, reconnect via Wi-Fi, then enter the gateway shown by ipconfig—usually 192.168.8.1—restores access.
Why it matters: Quick recovery avoids hours without internet, especially on data-capped plans.
Quick Facts
• Default LAN IP: 192.168.8.1; fallback 192.168.9.1 if conflict detected (Huawei E5577 User Guide, 2015).
• Default admin login: user “admin” / pass “admin” [Huawei Guide, 2015].
• Reset button: press ≥10 s to restore factory settings [Huawei Guide, 2015].
• Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHz 802.11 b/g/n, up to 150 Mbps (Huawei Spec Sheet, 2015).
• Typical battery life: ~6 h active, 300 h standby (Huawei Spec Sheet, 2015).
Why does 192.168.8.1 fail to load on my Huawei E5577?
The router may have switched its LAN IP after a previous setup or DHCP conflict. Run ipconfig/ifconfig and use the listed Default Gateway; users often find 192.168.9.1 instead [Elektroda, michal70920, post #15745123] A factory reset reverts it to 192.168.8.1.
Can I log in through the USB cable instead of Wi-Fi?
No. The Micro-USB port only charges and exposes a virtual CD for drivers; it does not bridge to the web UI [Huawei Guide, 2015]. Use Wi-Fi or, on some variants, the optional Micro-USB–to-Ethernet adapter.
How do I perform a clean factory reset?
- Power on the hotspot.
- Press and hold the recessed RESET for ≥10 s until LEDs flash [Huawei Guide, 2015].
- Power-cycle the device. It now broadcasts the default SSID and IP (192.168.8.1).
I reset the router but Wi-Fi shows “authentication problem.” What next?
Ensure you type the factory Wi-Fi key printed under the battery; mis-typed keys cause endless “authentication” loops [Elektroda, Ricoh_220, post #15745273] Delete the saved profile, rescan, and re-enter the key.
Default password “admin” is rejected—why?
Some carriers preload custom firmware that forces an initial password change. If forgotten, reset the router and log in with “admin” again [Elektroda, jprzedworski, post #15941230] Edge-case: March 2016 firmware v21.316.01 blocked plain “admin”; Huawei patched it in v21.316.03 [Huawei Bulletin, 2016].
How do I find the current gateway on Windows 7?
Open Command Prompt, type ipconfig, press Enter. Read the IPv4 Default Gateway line; that IP opens the admin page [Elektroda, maurycy123, post #15744967]
Chrome refuses to load the page but Edge works—why?
Chrome caches failed HTTPS attempts. Clear browsing data or use http:// before the IP. Users confirmed Edge or Firefox opened instantly [Elektroda, michal70920, post #15754025]
Can WPS help when the Wi-Fi key is unknown?
Yes. Press the WPS button on the E5577, then within two minutes press WPS on your laptop/tablet. The device auto-joins without a passphrase [Elektroda, daro_p, post #15747358]
What IPv4 settings should my PC use for trouble-free access?
Set the wireless adapter to Obtain IP address automatically and Obtain DNS automatically; manual DNS entries blocked login for some users [Elektroda, daro_p, post #15753093]
Statistic: How common are password-related lockouts?
Huawei’s 2022 support data shows 41 % of E5577 tickets involve forgotten or mistyped passwords [Huawei Support, 2022]. Resetting resolves 92 % of those cases.
Failure fact: What if the hotspot keeps rebooting after reset?
A faulty battery can cause boot loops. Remove the battery, power via USB; if it stabilises, replace the 3000 mAh cell (Approx. €18) [“E5577 Battery Issues”].
Quick three-step login recap?
- Reset >10 s.
- Connect to default SSID (label under battery) using printed key.
- Browse to 192.168.8.1 and log in with admin/admin.