How to get into the settings of the Xiaomi router: all ways in 2026

Owning a Xiaomi router opens up access to advanced network settings, but many users have difficulty first logging into the admin panel. IP-Addresses, login or password even basic functions such as changing SSID, Guest network settings or firmware updates are no longer available. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to log in to the settings of Mi Router, Redmi Router routers and models. AX-series including AX6000, AX3000), We also solve typical problems: from a forgotten password to blocking access.

Xiaomi routers are very well integrated with the Mi Home ecosystem, which sometimes complicates standard procedures. For example, some models (for example, Mi Router 4A Gigabit) require authorization through a Xiaomi account, rather than the traditional admin login. We will discuss in detail the unique nuances for each line, including cases when the router does not open the web interface or the Mi Wi-Fi application gives a connection error.

1.Preparation for the entrance: what you need to know before the beginning

Before you try to go into the settings, make sure that the basic conditions are met:

• 🔌 The router is connected to the power source and is on (the power indicator is lit blue or orange).
• 📶 Your device (PC, smartphone, tablet) is connected to the router network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet cable.
• 🌐 Supported browser: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge (versions no older than 2 years).
• 🔒 If you have previously changed the administrator password, remember it or prepare to reset (instructions in section 5).

Important: Xiaomi’s newer series routers (AX6000, AX9000) can block access to the web interface if the device is not tied to a Xiaomi account through the app, a security measure that cannot be avoided without a reset.

⚠️ Note: If the router is purchased by hand, the previous owner may have linked it to his account, in which case, even after the reset, you will need to uncouple through Mi Home (section 6).

For convenience, prepare:

• 📱 Smartphone with Mi Wi-Fi installed (download to Google Play or App Store).
• 🖥️ Computer with network cable (recommended for stability on first connection).
• 📝 Xiaomi account details (if router is tied).

Method 1: Web-based login (192.168.31.1)

The Classic Method - Use IP-This is suitable for most models, except those that require mandatory authorization through the application.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the device to the router network (via Wi-Fi or cable).
2. Open your browser and enter in the address bar: http://192.168.31.1 Alternative addresses (if the main one is not working): http://miwifi.com or http://192.168.0.1
3. Enter the username and password. By default: Login: admin Password: admin or last 8 digits MAC-address (indicated on the router sticker).

Come in.

If the page does not open:

• 🔄 Restart the router (reset button for 10 seconds).
• 🛠️ Check network settings on PC: IP must be within range 192.168.31.x (You can find out through the ipconfig command in the Command Line).
• 🚫 Turn it off. VPN Proxies – they can block access.

Connection to the router network|Right. IP-browser|Absence VPN/proxy|Router reboot-->

⚠️ Attention: Xiaomi routers AX6000 and later can be redirected from 192.168.31.1 to the Mi Account authorization page. In this case, use method 3 (application).

3. Method 2: Entry through the Mi Wi-Fi application

The official Mi Wi-Fi app is the main tool for managing Xiaomi routers of the latest series, which allows you to bypass the limitations of the web interface and offers a more user-friendly interface.

How to connect:

1. Download and install the Mi Wi-Fi app (links above).
2. Connect your smartphone to the router network.
3. Launch the app and select your router from the list.
4. Sign in through your Xiaomi account (if the router is tied).
5. After successful entry, a control panel with sections will open: 📶 Wi-Fi (network settings, guest access). 🔒 Security (password, filtering) MAC). 🔄 System (updates, reboots).

Advantages of the annex:

• ✅ It works even if the web interface is blocked.
• ✅ Notifications of new firmware.
• ✅ Simplified Guest Network Management and Parental Control.

Disadvantages:

• ❌ Requires a binding to Xiaomi account.
• ❌ There are no advanced features (for example, configuration) VLAN or DDNS).

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If the app does not find the router, try to turn off mobile Internet on your smartphone – sometimes conflicts with a Wi-Fi connection.

Method 3: Alternatives IP-addresses and network diagnostics

If the standard 192.168.31.1 address doesn't work, the router could have received a different IP due to a failure or settings of the provider.

For Windows:

1. Open the Command Prompt (Win + R → enter cmd).
2. Follow the command: ipconfig
3. Find the main gateway line – this is the IP of your router.

For macOS/Linux:

1. Open the Terminal.
2. Execute the command: netstat -rn | grep default
3. IP next to default is the router address.

For Android:

• Go to Settings. → Wi-Fi.
• Click on the connected network → Network Management → More.
• Look at the Gateway field.

Alternative addresses for verification:

⚠️ Attention: If IP-The router address begins with 169.254.x.x, This means that the device does not receive network settings (failure) DHCP). Restart the router and check the cable from the provider.

5 What to do if you forget the administrator password

Forgotten passwords are one of the most common problems, solved by resetting the settings to the factory, but there are nuances for Xiaomi routers:

Method 1: Software reset (via web interface)

• 🔄 Go to the login page (192.168.31.1).
• 🔑 Click Forgot Password? (if available).
• 📱 Confirm the reset via the Mi Wi-Fi app (a Xiaomi account will be required).

Method 2: Hardware reset (Reset button)

1. Find the Reset button on the back of the router (usually in the recess).
2. Take a paperclip or toothpick, press and hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the indicators start flashing.
3. Release the button - the router will restart with factory settings.

Method 3: Reset via application (for tied devices)

• 📱 Open Mi Wi-Fi. → select router.
• 🔧 Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Resetting settings.
• 🔄 Confirm the action (you will need a password from your Xiaomi account).

After discharge:

• 🔄 Router will return to factory settings (SSID: Xiaomi_XXXX, password).
• 🔒 Login / password for entering the Administrator panel will become admin/admin.
• ⚠️ All user settings (including port-overs and static) IP) will be removed.

6. Features of the entrance for routers with reference to Mi Account

Xiaomi AX6000, AX9000 and some versions of Redmi Router require binding to your Xiaomi account, which means that even after a reset, you will need to:

1. 📱 Install the Mi Wi-Fi app.
2. 🔑 Sign in to your Xiaomi account (or create a new one).
3. 🔗 Link the router to the account through QR-manually.

If the router is bought from hand and tied to someone else’s account:

• 🔄 Ask the previous owner to untie the device in Mi Home (Devices section) → Settings → Remove the device).
• 📧 If you cannot contact us, contact Xiaomi with proof of purchase (check, box with serial number).

Warning: Buying a router "with your hands" without detachment from your account is fraught with:

• ❌ Inability to change key settings (for example, DNS-server).
• ❌ Risk of remote access by the previous owner.
• ❌ Blocking functions like VPN-port-port.

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Linking to the Mi Account is a prerequisite for new Xiaomi models, and without it, access to advanced settings will be limited, even if you know it. IP-administrator's address and password.

7. Common mistakes and their solutions

When you log in to the settings of the Xiaomi router, users often face typical problems.

Additional advice:

• 🔌 If the router is not responding to a reset, try disconnecting it from the network for 30 seconds, then hold Reset when turned on.
• 🌐 For models with two ranges (AX3000, AX6000) Check the 2.4GHz network connection – some settings function only through it.
• 📵 If Wi-Fi does not turn on after reset, connect via cable and update the firmware via the web interface.

8 Additional settings after entry

After successfully logging into the administrator panel, it is recommended to perform basic settings for security and optimization:

• 🔐 Change the Administrator Password: Go to the System → Device management. Enter a new password (at least 12 characters with numbers and special signs are recommended).
• 📡 Wi-Fi settings: Change SSID (network name) unique. Set a security standard WPA2-PSK or WPA3. Turn it off. WPS (hackability).
• 🔄 Firmware Update: Go to the System → Update firmware. Install the latest version (solves connection issues and vulnerabilities).
• 🛡️ Safety: Enable Filtration MAC-Addresses (Security section) Set up Parental Controls to restrict access.

For advanced users:

• 🔧 Set up. DDNS Remote access (Redirection section).
• 🌍 Change. DNS-1.1.1.1 Cloudflare or 8.8.8.8 (Google) servers to speed up the Internet.
• 📊 Enable QoS to prioritize traffic (for example, streaming or gaming).

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Save screenshots of key settings (such as port spillovers or static IPs) to the cloud, making it easier to recover from a reset.

FAQ: Frequent questions