When your Xiaomi suddenly stops responding to commands and spins the logo endlessly, it can be taken by surprise at the most inopportune moment: the screen goes out and lights up again, the device heats up, but it never gets to the desktop. This condition, known as bootloop, often indicates a software failure or a critical file system error.
You shouldn't panic at this point, because in most cases, the device can be brought back to life on its own without going to the service center. A cyclical reboot can be caused by a failed update, a crowded memory or a conflict of recently installed applications.
In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to solve the problem, from simple reset to deep flashing. It is important to act consistently, starting with the least risky methods, so as not to aggravate the situation and not lose important data. If your Redmi or Poco has gone into an endless cycle, carefully follow the instructions below.
Primary diagnosis and forced reset
The first step should always be to try a hardware reset that simulates battery extraction. Xiaomi’s current smartphones are equipped with protective mechanisms that can block a regular shutdown when the system freezes. You will need to pinch the key combination to interrupt the current initialization process.
Press the power button and hold it for a while. 10-15 If that doesn't work, try pressing the power key and the volume button at the same time, and the device should vibrate and turn off, and then you can try to turn it on again. 40% cases where the freeze is caused by a temporary glitch of the system.
⚠️ Warning: If the phone is too hot, let it cool before re-energizing.CPU overheating can cause false crash signals and trigger new reboot cycles.
Sometimes the problem is a stuck power button or a protective case that presses on the keys. Take off the case and check the progress of the buttons. If you force the phone to reboot again, move to deeper diagnostic methods.
☑️ Primary diagnosis
Enter Recovery Mode and Reset Settings
If a normal reboot fails, use the system partition to restore. Recovery mode allows you to control the device at a low level, bypassing the main operating system. To enter this mode on the phone turned off, press the power and volume buttons at the same time.
When the Mi logo appears, release the power button, but keep the volume up until the menu appears. Navigation is done with the volume buttons and the power button is selected. You need to find the Wipe Data item. In newer versions of MIUI and HyperOS, this item can be hidden inside the submenu or require confirmation.
- 🔘 Choose a language (usually English or Chinese if there is no Russian).
- 🔘 Go to the Wipe Data section.
- 🔘 Select Wipe All Data for a complete reset.
- 🔘 Confirm the action by selecting Confirm.
This operation will completely delete all user data, including photos, contacts and apps. However, this is often the only way to exit the software loop if the cause is a conflict of system files. Once the process is complete, select Reboot and wait for the first download, which can take up to 10 minutes.
What to do if the Recovery menu doesn’t appear?
Using Fastboot Mode for Flashing
When a software failure is too severe, Fastboot mode comes to the rescue. In this state, the phone is ready for commands from the computer, allowing you to completely rewrite the system partition. To switch to this mode on the device turned off, press the power button and the volume button.
The screen will show an image of a hare repairing an android, and the inscription Fastboot. Connect your smartphone to your computer through high-quality USB-To work, you will need the Xiaomi Flash Tool utility and the official firmware in.tgz format, downloaded from the site miui.com.
The firmware process requires care. Choose Clean All mode to erase old data and avoid conflict. Don't interrupt the process or turn off the cable until the progress bar reaches 100% and the success message appears.
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Use it. USB-The port located on the back of the system unit and the original cable.The ports on the front panel or hubs often do not provide the stable power needed for firmware.
If the utility gives an error, try changing it. USB-Also make sure that the Qualcomm or MediaTek drivers (depending on the processor) are installed correctly. 30-40% Often indicate problems with drivers or cable.
Analysis of the reasons why the phone goes off the cycle
Understanding the problem helps prevent it from happening again, and often times, a system update fails to reboot in a cyclic reboot, especially if the battery is dead or the Internet is gone, and a crowded /data partition can also be the culprit when the system doesn't have enough space for temporary files.
Another common reason is to install unofficial modifications or applications with superuser rights. Making changes to Android system files without proper qualification often leads to instability. Even one conflict widget can block the normal load of the interface.
| Symptoms. | Probable cause | Method of decision |
|---|---|---|
| Hanging on the MI logo | Damage to system files | Fastboot flashing through Fastboot |
| Reboot in front of the desktop | Conflict of applications | Secure Mode or Wipe Data |
| Black screen with vibration | Display or OS failure | Hard Reset or repair |
| Heating and resetting | Short circuit or battery | Diagnostics in the service |
Physical damage, such as moisture or impacts, can cause short circuits in the power supply chain, which are perceived by the system as a signal to reboot, in which cases software methods are useless and require the intervention of an engineer.
Safe mode and removal of problematic applications
If the phone makes it to the lock screen or desktop before rebooting, there's a chance to save the data. Try entering Safe Mode. To do this, when the Android logo appears (after the Mi logo), quickly press and hold the volume button.
This mode only downloads system applications. If the phone is stable, it means that the problem is third-party software. Think about the apps you installed or updated recently and delete them. Pay special attention to launchers, antiviruses and programs to clean up memory.
It's also worth checking the storage. If the memory is full, the system can't function. Delete unnecessary videos, photos or messenger cache. Freeing up at least 1-2 GB of space can be a crucial factor for successful downloads.
⚠️ Warning: Do not remove system applications even if you don't need them. MIUI It can finally “kill” the system load.
When a service center is needed: hardware malfunctions
Not all cases are solved by flashing. If none of the software methods worked, there is a high probability of hardware failure. Often a power button fails, which closes the contacts and constantly sends a signal to reboot, in which case you need to replace the plume or the button itself.
A more serious problem is the failure of the power controller or memory eMMC/UFS. The memory chip has a limited resource of write cycles, and after its exhaustion, the phone ceases to store data and goes into a perpetual restart.
Also worth checking is the battery status. A billowing battery can put pressure on the plumes or not give the necessary current at peak load moments, causing a reset. If the phone is over 3-4 years old, replacing the battery can solve the problem.
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If the phone falls, warms up when it's off or makes extraneous noises, self-repair is dangerous.
Failure prevention and data retention
To minimize future risks, back up your sensitive data regularly, use Google or Mi Cloud to sync your contacts and photos, and do local backups on your computer or external drive.
Avoid installing applications from unknown sources and do not interrupt the system update process. Keep an eye on the storage space - do not allow more than 90% of the memory to fill up. Regularly restarting the device (once a week) helps to clear RAM from errors.
Use only original chargers and cables. Cheap analogues can give power surges that damage power controllers. Quality care of the device prolongs its life and reduces the likelihood of sudden failures.