How to find the model number of a MegaFon router: all methods from stickers to SSH

You received the router from Megaphone Under contract, but don't know its exact model? Or has the device been used before, and the information sticker has worn off? Determining your router model is the first step to setting up a network, updating firmware, or finding drivers. Without this information, it's impossible to find the right instructions for resetting a password, boosting a signal, or troubleshooting connection issues.

In this article we will look at all current methodsHow to find out the router model number Megaphone — from the obvious (inspection of the hull) to the technical (commands through Telnet or SSH). We will pay special attention to the nuances for popular models such as D-Link DIR-300, ZTE ZXHN H108N or Huawei HG8245H, which operators often provide to subscribers. You'll also learn why some methods may not work and what to do in such cases.

1. The easiest way: inspect the case and stickers

The first thing to do is carefully inspect the routerManufacturers and operators always put the device model on the case or a sticker. Routers from Megaphone This information may be located in the following places:

  • 🔍 Lower part of the body — the most common location. Look for a white or silver sticker with small print.
  • 📋 Back panel - near the ports LAN/WAN or a power connector.
  • 📦 The box from the device — if the packaging is still intact, the model is indicated on the label with a barcode.
  • 🔋 Under the battery (for portable 4G routers like MegaFon M100-1).

On the sticker the model is usually indicated as Model, Type or simply the manufacturer's abbreviation (for example, Huawei B525 or ZTE MF286R). Sometimes Megaphone adds its own prefix, for example: MegaFon MR100-1 (this is relabeled Huawei B315).

⚠️ Attention: On some devices (eg. Sercomm RV6699) the model is indicated only in abbreviated form (for example, RV66). In this case, use the search by full name with the addition of the word "Megaphone" - this way you will find the exact modification.

2. Via the router's web interface: step-by-step instructions

If the physical examination is not helpful, the next step is go to the router control panelTo do this:

  1. Connect to the router's network via Wi-Fi or cable Ethernet.
  2. Open your browser and enter one of the IP addresses in the address bar:
    • 192.168.0.1 (the most common for Megaphone)
    • 192.168.1.1 (for some models TP-Link or D-Link)
    • 192.168.8.1 (for 4G routers Huawei)
  • Enter your login and password (usually by default admin/admin or admin/megafon).

    • After authorization, the router model can be found in the following sections (depending on the firmware):

    • 📌 Status → Device Info
    • 📌 System → System Info
    • 📌 Settings → About Router

    For example, in routers ZTE the model is displayed in the block Device Information How Product Name, and in Huawei — in the section System → Device Information under the paragraph Model Name.

    What should I do if I can't access the control panel?

    If the IP address does not open, check:

    - Are you connected to the router's network (not to another access point).

    - Is the VPN or proxy disabled in the browser?

    - Is your antivirus or firewall blocking access?

    - Try a different browser (for example, Mozilla Firefox instead of Chrome).

    If nothing helps, reset the router using the button Reset (hold for 10 seconds) - this will restore factory settings, including IP and login/password.

    3. Through your MegaFon personal account: where to find the data

    If the router is linked to your tariff, information about it can be found in personal account MegaphoneThis method is suitable for subscribers who received the device through a lease or purchase agreement through the operator. Instructions:

    1. Go to the website lk.megafon.ru and log in.
    2. Select a section from the menu Services → Internet and TV.
    3. Find the section with information about the connected equipment. This may include:
      • Router model (eg. Huawei B535-232).
      • Serial number (S/N or Serial Number).
      • MAC address (can be used to search for the model in the database).

    ⚠️ Attention: The exact model is not always displayed in your personal account - sometimes only the brand is indicated (for example, "ZTE router"). In this case, combine this method with others (for example, checking via the web interface).

    You can also find information about the router in MegaFon mobile application:

    1. Open the app and go to the section Internet.
    2. Select a connected tariff plan with a router.
    3. Scroll down to the block Equipment or Connection details.

    📊 What was the first method you tried to find your router model?
    Inspection of the body
    Web interface
    MegaFon Personal Account
    Another way

    4. By MAC address: how to identify the model using online services

    Each router is assigned a unique MAC address, which can be used to identify the manufacturer and sometimes the model. This method is useful if the sticker has worn off and access to the web interface is blocked. Here's how:

    1. Find out MAC address router. It can be found:
      • On the sticker (usually in the format XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX).
      • In the web interface in the section Status or Network.
      • Via the Windows command line: 
        arp -a

        (look for the address next to the router's IP, for example 192.168.0.1).

  • Go to the website MAC Vendors or Wireshark OUI Lookup.
  • Enter the first 6 characters MAC addresses (For example, 2C:54:91 For Huawei or 78:1D:BA For ZTE).
  • The service will show the manufacturer. You can then search for models of this brand issued Megaphone.

    • Example of transcript:

    The first 6 characters of the MAC Manufacturer Possible models from MegaFon
    2C:54:91 Huawei Huawei B525, B535, HG8245H
    78:1D:BA ZTE ZTE ZXHN H108N, MF286R
    00:1E:58 D-Link D-Link DIR-300, DIR-615
    B8:BE:BF Sercomm Sercomm RV6699, H500-s

    ⚠️ Attention: This method isn't 100% accurate—it only narrows the search to a specific manufacturer. For a more accurate model identification, combine it with other methods.

    5. Via the command line: for advanced users

    If you have access to the router's network, you can find out its model using network commands. This method is suitable for users familiar with Telnet, SSH or CMD.

    Method 1: Windows commands (without access to the router)

    Open Command line (Win + R → enter cmd) and run:

    nslookup 192.168.0.1

    The response may contain a hostname, which sometimes includes the model (e.g. huawei-b525.home).

    Method 2: Connect via Telnet/SSH (requires enabled access)

    Many routers Megaphone have an open port 23 (Telnet) or 22 (SSH)To connect:

    1. Install the program PuTTY (for Windows) or use the terminal in Linux/macOS.
    2. Connect to the router's IP (for example, 192.168.0.1) according to the protocol Telnet or SSH.
    3. Enter login/password (by default it is often admin/admin).
    4. Run the command: 
      cat /proc/cpuinfo | grep "machine"

      or

      dmcli eRT getv Device.DeviceInfo.ModelName

      (for routers based on Broadcom).

      5. Example answer for Huawei B525: 

      ModelName = "Huawei B525s-23a"

      ⚠️ Attention: Access by Telnet/SSH can be disabled in firmware MegaphoneIf the connection fails, do not try to guess passwords - this may block the device.

      Install PuTTY or a similar program|Check if SSH is enabled in the router settings|Find out the router's IP address (via ipconfig)|Prepare the factory login/password (usually admin/admin)

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      6. By appearance: visual comparison with databases

      If no technical methods have worked, you can try identify the model from a photographTo do this:

      1. Take a photo of the router from all sides, paying attention to:
        • 📸 Connectors (number of ports) LAN, power connector type).
        • 📸 Indicators (color, quantity, labels next to them).
        • 📸 Buttons (WPS, Reset, their location).
    5. Compare photos with databases:
      • 🔗 RouterGuide — a catalogue with photographs and specifications.
      • 🔗 iSpyConnect — search by appearance.
      • 🔗 Groups in VKontakte or Telegramdedicated to routers Megaphone.

    Example: router with one port WAN, four LAN and a button WPS on the right with a high probability it will turn out to be ZTE ZXHN H108N or D-Link DIR-300.

    💡 Important: U Megaphone Relabeled devices are common. For example, a router with the inscription MegaFon MR150-1 is actually Huawei B525s-65aAlways compare visual indications with technical data from other sources.

    7. If nothing helps: contact MegaFon support

    If you were unable to determine the model yourself, you are left with contact supportHere's how to do it most effectively:

    • 📞 By phone: call the hotline 8-800-550-05-00 (The call is free). Tell the operator:
      • The contract number or phone number to which the router is linked.
      • Serial number (S/N) from the sticker (if preserved).
      • Device MAC address.
    • 💬 Via chat: in the mobile app or on the website Megaphone Select "Help" → "Chat with an operator".
    • 📧 By email: write to support@megafon.ru with the subject "Router model request." Attach photos of the device.

    ⚠️ Attention: Support may ask for identity verification (passport information or a passphrase). If the router was purchased secondhand, this method won't work—the operator won't provide this information unless it's tied to a contract.

    FAQ: Frequently asked questions about MegaFon routers

    Is it possible to find out the router model if it doesn't turn on?

    Yes, but only by external signs:

    • Inspect the sticker on the case (even if the router is not working, the data on it will be saved).
    • Compare the device photos with the databases (see section 6).
    • If your router was linked to a tariff plan, check your personal account. Megaphone.
    SSH/Telnet and web interface in this case are not available.

    Why isn't my router model displayed in my MegaFon account?

    This can happen for several reasons:

    • The router is not tied to your tariff (for example, it was purchased separately or connected to another subscriber).
    • The device is rented and only its serial number is listed in the system.
    • The operator updated the firmware and the model data was reset.

    In this case, use other methods from this article.

    Is it possible to determine the model by IMEI (for 4G routers)?

    Yes, for 4G routers (eg. MegaFon M150-2 or Huawei E5577Cs-321) IMEI helps identify the model. To do this:

    1. Find IMEI on the sticker under the battery or in the web interface.
    2. Enter it on the website IMEI.info.
    3. The service will show the manufacturer and model.
    Important: This method only works for mobile routers with a SIM card.

    What to do if there are no markings on the router?

    If the sticker is completely worn off or missing, proceed as follows:

    1. Connect to the router via cable and try to access the web interface (see section 2).
    2. Use MAC address to determine the manufacturer (section 4).
    3. Take a photo of the device and compare it with the bases (section 6).
    4. Contact support Megaphone with serial number (if any).

    If the router is not yours (for example, from previous tenants), you may have to reset it to factory settings using the button Reset and configure again.

    How to distinguish a MegaFon router from a router from another operator?

    Megaphone often relabels devices by adding its logo or prefix to the models (for example, MegaFon MR100-1 instead of Huawei B315). Signs of a "Megafon" router:

    • Sticker with logo Megaphone and support contacts.
    • Branded firmware with logins admin/megafon.
    • Control panel IP address 192.168.0.1 (for most models).
    • Network name Wi-Fi by default starts with MEGAFON_XXXX.

    If in doubt, compare the serial number with the device databases Megaphone on the Internet.

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