Huawei Hg8145v5 Unlock May 2026

The Huawei EchoLife HG8145V5 is a popular Optical Network Terminal (ONT) used by Internet Service Providers (ISPs) globally. While reliable, these devices often come with "locked" firmware, restricting access to advanced features like VoIP configurations, VLAN settings, and firewall rules.

Unlocking the device allows you to use it with any ISP (provided the technology matches), access Super Admin privileges, and customize the router to your specific needs.

Disclaimer: The following guide is for educational purposes. Unlocking your router may void your warranty, violate your ISP's terms of service, or "brick" (permanently damage) the device if done incorrectly. Proceed at your own risk.

Phase 5: The Software Exploit Method (Onts/Exploit Tool)

If hardware hacking seems too daunting, there is a software tool often referred to in the community (created by users like hacks or found on forums like 4pda). This tool exploits a vulnerability in the HGU software. huawei hg8145v5 unlock

Note: This is extremely firmware-version dependent. Huawei has patched many of these holes in recent V5 updates.

  1. Download: Find the "Huawei ONT Tool" or "HG8145V5 Unlock Tool".
  2. Setup: Connect your PC to the router via Ethernet. Set your PC IP manually if required (usually the router is 192.168.100.1).
  3. Execution: Run the exploit script.
    • It attempts to access the /dev directory or inject commands via a vulnerability in the web server or TR-069 protocol.
  4. Goal: If successful, the tool will output the current telecomadmin password or reset it to a default known value.

Step 1: Find the Correct Firmware

Search for "HG8145v5 firmware COMMONTEL" on router community forums (like DSLReports, Huawei-Hilink, or 4pda). Ensure the file name matches your hardware version.

Step 3: If That Fails – Use the "User" Exploit

Log in with the normal user account (the one on the sticker). Then, in the same browser, open a new tab and navigate to: http://192.168.1.1/backupsettings.conf The Huawei EchoLife HG8145V5 is a popular Optical

Some firmware versions will download the configuration file even from a user account. Open this file in Notepad. Search for:

You may find the password in plain text or base64 encoded.

Step A: Find Your ISP’s VLAN and PPPoE Settings

Search online: "[Your ISP name] GPON VLAN settings". For example: Phase 5: The Software Exploit Method (Onts/Exploit Tool)

Step 1: Find Your Current Super Admin

Attempt these common defaults (press enter after each):

Part 2: Prerequisites – What You Need Before Starting

Warning: Unlocking your router may void your ISP’s warranty or support agreement. Proceed at your own risk. Ensure you have your PPPoE (Internet) username and password saved – you will likely lose them during an unlock.

🛠️ Step 1: Enable Telnet (if disabled by ISP)

Many ISPs disable telnet on the HG8145V5. You need to enable it first.

  1. Log into the web interface (usually 192.168.100.1 or 192.168.1.1) using the user account (not admin).
  2. Open this URL in the same browser tab: 
    http://192.168.100.1/html/amp/backup_settings.html
    (Replace IP if different)
  3. If you see a backup page, save your cfg file. If not, try: 
    http://192.168.100.1/cgi-bin/telnet_enable.cgi?enable=1
  4. If both fail, use the ONT.exe tool (Huawei universal enable tool) – search "Huawei Enable Telnet V1 V2".