Can I use the Huawei app instead of 192.168.8.1?

Yes. The Huawei AI Life app or the older HiLink app gives you access to settings without typing the IP. Download it from your app store.

192.168.8.1 - Huawei Router and Mobile WiFi Login

Q: What devices use 192.168.8.1?

Huawei Mobile WiFi (MiFi), B series home routers and E series LTE routers. It's specific to Huawei products.

Q: What is the default password for 192.168.8.1?

Usually admin / admin. Newer models sometimes have a unique password printed on the device sticker. The Huawei companion app also lets you access settings without typing the IP.

Connect to your Huawei device via WiFi or USB, then type `http://192.168.8.1` into your browser. Default login is `admin` / `admin` on most models.

192.168.8.1 is the default admin address for Huawei Mobile WiFi (MiFi) devices and several Huawei home and LTE router series. You open it in a browser to check data usage, change the WiFi password, configure APN settings and manage connected devices.

Quick answer: Open http://192.168.8.1 in your browser while connected to the Huawei device. Default credentials are admin / admin. Newer models may have a unique password printed on the device sticker.

Huawei Devices That Use 192.168.8.1

Device Series	Examples	Default Login
Huawei Mobile WiFi (MiFi)	E5577, E5783, E5885	admin / admin
Huawei B Series (4G/5G router)	B311, B525, B715, B818	admin / admin
Huawei E Series (LTE gateway)	E5186, E5776	admin / admin

How to Log In at 192.168.8.1

Connect your phone or laptop to the Huawei device via WiFi. For a MiFi device, the WiFi name and password are printed on the device or shown on its small screen.
Open a browser and type `http://192.168.8.1` into the address bar.
Enter `admin` as username and `admin` as password.
You're now in the Huawei admin panel.

You've probably been there - the default `admin` / `admin` doesn't work and you're stuck. Newer Huawei devices often come with a unique password printed on the sticker. Check the back of the device before trying anything else.

What You Can Do in the Huawei Admin Panel

Check data usage - See how much mobile data you've used in the current billing period.

Change WiFi password - Update the network name and password under WiFi Settings.

Configure APN - Set or change the mobile network APN for your carrier under Mobile Network settings.

Manage connected devices - See all devices currently connected to your Huawei hotspot.

Update firmware - Keep the device secure and stable with the latest Huawei firmware.

Using the Huawei App Instead

If typing the IP address feels like a hassle, Huawei offers companion apps that make management easier:

Huawei AI Life - current app for newer devices
Huawei HiLink - older app, still compatible with many devices

Both apps discover your Huawei device automatically when you're connected to its network. They offer the same functions as the web interface.

Frequently Asked Questions

What devices use 192.168.8.1?

Huawei Mobile WiFi (MiFi), B series and E series routers. It's specific to Huawei products.

What is the default password for 192.168.8.1?

`admin` / `admin` on most models. Newer devices may use a unique password from the device sticker.

Can I use the Huawei app instead?

Yes. The Huawei AI Life or HiLink app works without typing the IP address. Download it from your app store.

192.168.8.1 isn't loading on my Huawei - what do I do?

Make sure you're connected to the Huawei device via WiFi or USB. Type `http://192.168.8.1` with the full `http://` prefix.

Not sure which address your device uses? How to find your router IP address.

All Huawei models and IPs in one place: Huawei Router Login.

Other Huawei routers may use 192.168.0.1 instead.

Full list: Router Default Passwords by Brand.