For mobile hotspots or modems that won't connect to the internet, you may need the standalone ZTE Update Tool executable.

See internal KB #ZTE-FW-2025-02.

The tool will auto-detect your connected ZTE modem. Confirm the model number (e.g., ZTE MF283, ZTE MC801A).

Open the ZTE Update Tool. It should automatically detect your device.

Safety feature to save your current settings before the update begins. Progress Monitoring:

Zte Modem Firmware Update Tool