Firmware

Huawei E220 Firmware v11.117.10.03.99

Latest 7.2Mbps firmware for Huawei E220 mobile broadband modem.

The file also contains a Maxis Broadband dashboard - the Mobile Partner dashboard, but with the Maxis Broadband branding.  Installation of the dashboard is optional.

Huawei E220 Firmware v11.117.10.02.00

Big thanks to the guys who pointed out that there's a new firmware available for the E220.  Version 11.117.10.02 continues to bring 7.2Mbps support to the modem and is a recommended update for all users.

Vodafone ExpressCard Firmware Update

It looks like there have been some compatibility issues between the Huawei E870 ExpressCard where the card will not power up correctly (normally resulting in the LED indicator going a solid colour as soon as it is plugged in or no lights at all). This has been seen on certain models of Advent, E-Systems, Fujitsu Siemens and Dell machines to name a few.  This firmware update will resolve these issues.
It looks like this can be applied on the machine its failing in as long as the Huawei 3G PC UI Interface device component is visible in Device Manager under Ports.

Huawei E220 firmware v11.117.09.04.00

We’ve got our mits on the latest firmware from Huawei for the E220.  This firmware enables 7.2Mbps support.

Huawei E220 - 7.2Mbps firmware update

I've just got my mits on the latest firmware for the Vodafone Huawei E220. This update upgrades the modem to download at speeds up to 7.2Mbps - compared to the standard 3.6Mbps. I've just installed it and run a speed test in a 7.2Mbps area and I'm getting average speeds of around 2.5Mbps, peaking at 4.3Mbps (see the NetPerSec screenshot).

Linksys 3G router (WRT54G3G) firmware

Just spotted a firmware update for the Linksys WRT54G3G - this is the WiFi router that has a PC Card slot, into which you can put a data card. I've just taken a peek at the revision notes for this update and it's added support for the Option HSUPA ExpressCard (Etna / GE0301), when combined with the PC Card adaptor sleeve. You'll notice in the revision notes that it doesn't support the NDIS variant of these cards - Vodafone UK ship these cards with a modem interface, therefore they'll work a-ok with this router.

Option GlobeTrotter Express firmware v2.8.0

Here's an update for the Option GlobeTrotter ExpressCard (7.2/HSUPA card), which updates the firmware to version 2.8.0. If you purchased your card before 29th October 2007, we recommend that you apply this update. The main benefit of this update is that it fixes a potential issue that may result in the card's file system becoming corrupted, resulting in permanent damage to the card.
If you find that your card has already been affected by this issue, contact Vodafone and they'll arrange a replacement for you (the devices come with a 24 month warranty).

Huawei E220 Vista Firmware (v11.110.05.00.00)

Hopefully this will be the final update in the Windows Vista saga. We've now got an all-in-one updater which will:

• Update Vista to allow it to see the modem
• Update the firmware the device to the level required to work on Vista (to version 11.110.05.00.00)
• Update the on-board Vodafone dashboard software (to version 2.1.6.1)

Huawei E220 Vista Firmware Update (Updated)

Ok, we've got some great news for you - it's now possible to update the Huawei E220 / USB Modem to support Windows Vista, but without having to use a Windows 2000 / XP machine! There's an extra hoop you need to jump through, but the whole process shouldn't take more than 10 minutes. Again, this is just for Vista 32 bit editions. Here's what you need to do:

Huawei E220 Vista Firmware Update

Well it looks like there's finally a solution for Vista users who've been stranded without connectivity due to the incompatibility of the USB Modem (the VF branded Huawei E220).

We've managed to get the required updates - the only caveat at this point is that you'll need to run them on a non-vista machine, before then plugging your newly flashed device back into your vista box. This fix is only for the 32bit edition of Vista, 64bit drivers are on the way... Here's what you need to do: