WPS button on Xiaomi router: where is located and how to use

WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) technology is designed to make it easier to connect devices to a wireless network without entering a password. On Xiaomi routers, this feature is not always obvious — especially when compared to models of other brands where the WPS button is placed on the front panel. Users often face difficulties: there is no button on the case, it is hidden in the menu, the function is disabled by default. In this article, we will analyze all the models of Xiaomi routers (from the budget Mi Router 4A to the flagship AX6000), we will show exactly where to look for WPS, how to activate the technology, and what to do it if it does not work.

Xiaomi is gradually abandoning the physical button WPS In new models, replacing it with software management via a web interface or Mi Wi-Fi application. WPS, which allow the attackers to pick up PIN-But it's still a feature that's still in demand, like connecting printers, IP-Smartphones or cameras where passwords are difficult to enter.

If you don't find a button on the case or you don't see the options in the settings, don't get upset. Your model may support WPS, but requires pre-activation. We'll go through each scenario in detail next.

1. Physical WPS button: where to look on the router case

On most Xiaomi routers, the WPS button is paired with other functions or hidden in the back.

🔹 Models with separate button WPS:

• 📌 Mi Router 3/3C/3G — The button is located on the back panel next to the ports LAN, signed as WPS/Reset (dual-purpose).
• 📌 Mi Router 4A (100M/300M) — button is located to the right of the power port, indicated by the icon 🔄 (ring).
• 📌 Mi Router 4C — button is combined with Reset, pressing less than 5 seconds activates WPS.

🔹 Models without a physical button WPS:

• ❌ Mi Router 4/4Q/AC2100/AX1800/AX3000/AX6000 — button-up WPS No, the function is only enabled via a web interface or application.
• ❌ Xiaomi AIoT Router AC2350 — WPS disabled by default and requires manual activation in settings.

Important! On some models (such as the Mi Router 4A Gigabit Edition), the WPS button can be hidden under a removable lid next to the antennas, and if you can't see it at first sight, look around the body from all sides in good light.

2. How to activate WPS via the router web interface

If your router does not have a physical button, the WPS function is controlled through the admin panel. The instruction is universal for all Xiaomi models except the Mi Router Mini (it has a stripped down functionality).

🔧 Step-by-step instruction:

1. Connect to the router network via Wi-Fi or cable.
2. Open your browser and type in the address bar 192.168.31.1 (or miwifi.com).
3. Log in (the default login and password is usually admin + password combination from the sticker on the router).
4. Go to the section Additional → Wi-Fi → WPS settings (in English firmware: Advanced → Wi-Fi → WPS Settings).
5. Activate the switch Enable WPS and press Add Device.
6. Connect a device that supports WPS (such as a printer or signal repeater) within 2 minutes.

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Attention! On routers with MiWiFi ROM (Chinese version), the WPS section may be hidden. To unlock it, reflash the router to the global version or use the Mi Wi-Fi application.

3.WPS management via Mi Wi-Fi application

The Mi Wi-Fi mobile app (available for Android and iOS) duplicates the functionality of the web interface, but with a more user-friendly interface. WPS through:

📱 Instructions for the annex:

1. Download and install Mi Wi-Fi from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Connect to your Xiaomi router’s network.
3. Open the application and log in (use the same data as for the web interface).
4. Go to Devices → Add Device → Connect via WPS.
5. Click Activate WPS and start the connection on the target device within 120 seconds.

💡 Useful advice:

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If the app doesn’t see the router, make sure your smartphone and router are on the same subnet, sometimes rebooting the router (turn off power for 10 seconds) helps.

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Attention! In the Mi Wi-Fi app for routers with Padavan firmware (alternative firmware), the WPS section may not be available. In this case, use the web interface at 192.168.1.1.

Table 4: WPS support in Xiaomi router models

Below is a summary table of WPS availability on popular models, relevant for firmware in 2023-2026.

Important! On routers with firmware for the Chinese market (for example, Mi Router 4 Pro), WPS can be blocked at the software level, in which case only the flashing to the global version will help.

5. Typical WPS Problems and Solutions

Even if you activate the WPS correctly, the connection may not work, and let’s look at the most common errors and how to fix them:

🔧 Problem 1: The device cannot see the network WPS

• 🔄 Solution: Reboot the router and the target device, make sure that the distance between them is not more than 5 meters.
• 📶 Solution: Check that the router is on mode 802.11n/ac/ax (Older devices may not support modern standards.

🔧 Problem 2: WPS It is switched on, but the connection is broken

• ⏱️ Solution: You only have 120 seconds to connect. If the time is up, re-activate. WPS.
• 🔒 Solution: Disable on the target device VPN Proxies – they can block the protocol WPS.

🔧 Problem 3: There is no partition in the settings WPS

• 🌐 Solution: Update the router firmware to the latest version via Settings → Update of the PO.
• 🛠️ Solution: If you have Chinese firmware, install a global version through the official Xiaomi website.

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Attention! If the router starts to slow down or lose connection after activating the WPS, turn off the function and use a traditional password connection. This may indicate a conflict with other wireless devices on the network.

6.WPS Alternatives: What to Use Instead

If WPS is not working or you are concerned about security, consider alternative ways to connect devices to Xiaomi router:

🔄 Safe analogues WPS:

• 🔐 QR-Code: Mi Wi-Fi application can be generated QR-code for connecting guest devices (Devices section) → Connect to QR).
• 📱 Wi-Fi Direct: Some printers and cameras support direct connection to your smartphone and then transfer Wi-Fi settings.
• 🖥️ WPA3-Personal: Use a modern encryption standard WPA3 (available AX3000/AX6000) — It's more reliable. WPS burglary-resistant.

📌 For smart devices Xiaomi (lamps, sensors, speakers):

Use the Mi Home protocol:

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If your device only supports WPS, but the Xiaomi router does not have this feature, use an intermediate repeater (repiter) with WPS support. For example, Xiaomi Wi-Fi Repeater 2 can act as a bridge between the router and the device.

7. How to disable WPS on Xiaomi router

If you're not using WPS or you're worried about security, you can deactivate it in two ways:

🔧 Method 1: Through the Web Interface

1. Go to the control panel at 192.168.31.1.
2. Go to additional → Wi-Fi → WPS settings.
3. Turn off the switch to turn on WPS.
4. Save the settings and restart the router.

🔧 Method 2: Through the Mi Wi-Fi app

1. Find the WPS partition and deactivate it.

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Attention! On some models (e.g. Mi Router 4A) the physical button on the case stops working after the WPS is turned off, and to return its functionality, the router will need to be reset to factory settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about WPS on Xiaomi routers