You can do this via Wi-Fi or an Ethernet cable. However, for making critical changes to the router settings, using a wired Ethernet connection is highly recommended. It prevents you from being locked out if you change the Wi-Fi settings incorrectly.
A very common mistake is confusing the with the Wi-Fi Password . Remember:
Most ZTE H3601 units (especially the H3601P Wi-Fi 6 models) feature a on the bottom or back of the device. This label typically lists: zte h3601 default password
Note: Do not confuse the "Password" listed here with the "Wi-Fi Password" or "WPA Key." The sticker often lists both—one is for connecting devices to Wi-Fi, and the other is for logging into the router’s settings.
| ISP / Region | Username | Password | |--------------|----------|----------| | Bell Canada | admin | Last 8 chars of serial number | | Telmex (Latin America) | admin | 1234 or Telmex123 | | China Telecom | telecomadmin | nE7jA%5m (older models) | | Vodafone (Europe) | admin | vodafone or VF-ONT | You can do this via Wi-Fi or an Ethernet cable
Hackers and bots constantly scan for routers with default credentials. Change it immediately.
If your ISP repainted or removed the sticker, proceed to the next section. A very common mistake is confusing the with
Look on the sticker. It’s often 8–10 digits long, mixed letters/numbers. If missing, the default is often 12345678 or the same as the admin password.
After reset, try logging in with the or admin / admin .