Disclaimer: Modifying router firmware may violate your ISP’s terms of service and local laws. Proceed at your own risk.

The ZTE MF293N is a capable modem held back by carrier restrictions. The "patch" represents a tug-of-war: ISPs patching holes to secure their networks (and lock down devices), versus enthusiasts patching the software to liberate the hardware.

: Adjust settings to make router traffic appear as mobile traffic. Carrier Unlocking