ZTE has shifted focus to newer models (MC801A Pro, MC888). However, the MC801A still receives occasional updates:
Most units are set to check for updates automatically. You can manually trigger a check using these steps: zte mc801a firmware
remains a legend of the 5G era—a device that is either a high-speed champion or a stubborn brick, depending entirely on the "soul" (firmware) trapped inside its plastic shell. Connect to MC801A (WiFi or Ethernet) Open browser
http://192.168.0.1admin / admin or admin / password – check sticker on device)The standard firmware provides a web admin interface (typically accessed via 192.168.0.1 ) that offers basic and advanced networking tools. The standard firmware provides a web admin interface