In today's home Internet environment, connection stability often depends on the router's configuration being correct. Many providers automatically assign network settings to the connected hardware, but sometimes manual intervention is required to work properly. If your Internet stopped working after replacing the router or resetting, there is a good chance that the web interface has chosen the wrong type of connection.
For most users, the best solution is to use DHCP technology, which does not require complex passwords or static values. Dynamic IP allows the device to independently request the necessary data from the service provider server. In Xiaomi and Redmi routers, this process is as simple as possible thanks to the intuitive MiWiFi software.
In this article, we will discuss in detail the algorithm of actions necessary to switch the mode of operation. WAN-You'll learn where to look for the right settings, how to avoid typical data entry errors, and what to do if automatic address receipt does not occur.
Differences between dynamic and static connection
Before making changes to hardware configuration, you need to clearly understand the difference between the main types of addressing: a static IP is a fixed number that is manually written and never changed, convenient for organizing servers or video surveillance systems, but requires the exact input of all the digits provided by the provider.
In contrast, Dynamic IP is automatically issued every time a device is connected to the network, the router sends a request, the provider's server finds a free number and assigns it to your equipment for a certain time, a method most common in the residential segment, as it saves operator resources and makes life easier for the user.
Automation eliminates the need to remember complex combinations of numbers, so if you confuse a single digit in a static address, the Internet will not work, and in the case of dynamic distribution, the router will negotiate with the provider about the connection parameters.
It is worth noting that some Internet providers link access to the Internet. MAC-If you change routers, even the right type of connection may not work without cloning the address. IP" This is the first and most important step for the network to work properly.
Preparation for setting up the Xiaomi router
To get started, you’ll need access to the router’s web interface. Make sure your device (computer or smartphone) is connected to or connected to the Xiaomi router’s Wi-Fi network. LAN-The wired connection is preferred because it prevents communication from breaking when settings are saved.
Open any browser and enter the standard control panel address in the address bar. For Xiaomi devices, it is usually 192.168.31.1 or the domain name miwifi.com. If you have previously changed the administrator password, the system will request it to be entered. In the case of a forgotten password, you will need to completely reset the device to factory settings.
☑️ Checking before setting up
Once you've logged in, you'll be taken to the main status page, which shows the current network status, the number of customers connected, the download speed, and that's where we'll go to the advanced settings, where we hide the parameter we want.
⚠️ Attention: In the process of changing network parameters, the Internet may disappear for a short time. This is normal, since the router restarts the network module for applying new configurations.
Step-by-step: Installation of Dynamic IP
The MiWiFi firmware interface may vary slightly depending on the version, but the menu layout logic is the same for all models. Find the tab responsible for network settings in the top menu. In the Russian version, it is often called "Settings" or "Internet Settings", and in English - "Common settings".
Inside, look for Connection type, where you can default to PPPoE or Static if you've previously configured your router to another provider. IP (Dynamic IP). In some versions of the firmware it may be called DHCP.
Once you have selected the type of connection, the system can suggest saving the changes. Press the appropriate button, which is usually at the bottom of the page and is blue. The router will apply the settings and try to get the address from the provider. This process takes 5 to 30 seconds.
What to do if the menu is in English?
It's important not to confuse. WAN-port LAN-The cable from the provider must be inserted into the port signed as WAN (It's often blue or yellow and separate from the rest. LAN, The router will work like a switch and will not be able to distribute the Internet.
Configuring cloning MAC-address
Frequent problems in transition to dynamic IP This is a blocking of access by the provider. MAC-The address of the first device to which the Internet was connected (such as an old router or a computer network card) Xiaomi's new router has its own unique identifier, which the provider does not know.
To solve this problem, the Internet's settings menu has a cloning feature"MAC Clone" or "Cloning MAC". Here you'll see the current one. MAC-address WAN-You either have to enter the address of the old device manually or press the button "Clone". MAC Address" (Cloned) MAC), If you are setting up a network from a computer that has previously accessed the Internet.
The algorithm of cloning is as follows:
- 📋 Copy. MAC-address from the old router sticker or from the PC network card settings.
- 📝 Enter the value in the appropriate field in the format XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX.
- 💾 Save the settings and be sure to restart the Xiaomi router.
- 🔄 Wait for the system to load and check for internet access.
⚠️ Attention: In cloning MAC-The old router's address is a must-turn router off the network. MAC-Addresses in one network will cause conflict and unstable work.
Once cloned and rebooted, the router will become invisible to the provider as a new device, and will be presented online under the name and address of your previous equipment, ensuring unhindered access.
Additional network parameters and DNS
In some cases, even the right dynamic choice is needed. IP It doesn't guarantee high speed or stability. It can be related to problems. DNS-In the connection settings, Xiaomi allows you to manually prescribe alternative addresses. DNS.
Find the DNS field (Primary and Secondary) and the default is "Auto" or "Get automatically." You can switch to manual mode and enter public server addresses, such as Google (8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1), which often speeds up site openings.
Also in this section, you can change the Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) standard value is 1500 bytes. Change it unnecessarily is not recommended, but if you have problems loading heavy pages or cliffs when downloading, reduce the value to 1400 or 1480.
| Parameter | Recommended value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Type of connection | Dynamic IP (DHCP) | Automatic receipt of address |
| DNS Server 1 | 8.8.8.8 | The main name server (Google) |
| DNS Server 2 | 1.1.1.1 | Backup server (Cloudflare) |
| MTU | 1500 | Maximum size of data packet |
| Speed Mode | 1000M Full | WAN port speed (for gigabit routers) |
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Use the quick ones. DNS-servers such as 1.1.1.1 if sites are slow to open, although the speed indicator shows a good result.
Diagnostics and troubleshooting
If the Internet hasn't turned up after all the manipulations, the indicator on the router may be red or flashing. First of all, check the physical connection of the cable. Make sure the connector is inserted before the click and the cable itself is not visible damage.
The second step is to check the status of the web interface, go to the network status section, and if it says "Connecting..." or "Disconnected," the router is not getting a response from the ISP, try pressing the "Reconnect" or "Disconnect/Connect" button.
Possible causes of lack of connection:
- ❌ Incorrect type of connection (provider requires PPPoE, but it is not necessary to use it). DHCP).
- ❌ Lock-in MAC-address (cloning or call to provider required).
- ❌ Technical work on the side of the operator.
- ❌ Malfunction WAN-port-cable.
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If the router does not receive IP-address DHCP more than 2 minutes, in 90% of cases the problem is binding MAC-address or absence of signal in the provider's cable.
In extreme cases, you can do a full reset. There's a Reset hole on the router's body. Press it with a paper clip and hold it for 10 seconds until the indicator flashes, and then the router will return to the factory settings, and when it first set up, it will try to determine the type of connection.