Resetting Xiaomi router settings to factory settings is a necessary procedure when selling a device, fixing network problems or after a failed firmware update. However, many users face difficulties: the router does not respond to the Reset button, the web interface is not available, and the Mi WiFi application emits errors. In this article, we will analyze all the current reset methods for Mi Router 4/4A/4C, AX1800/AX3000/AX6000 models and others, and we will also tell you how to avoid typical errors.
It's important to understand that resets delete all personal data: network name (SSID), password, associated devices, parental controls and port settings. If you forget the password from the admin panel, but remember the data for connecting to Wi-Fi, try to restore access through the application first. Otherwise, you will have to use a hardware reset - but there are nuances that many people do not know about.
Based on Xiaomi’s official instructions (updated in 2026) and the experience of service centers, we tested all methods on routers with the firmware MiWiFi R4A (v2.28.15) and AX3000 (v1.1.56), so the instructions are relevant for most modern devices of the brand.
1. When you need to reset your Xiaomi router: 5 obvious reasons
Resetting the settings “just in case” is not necessary – this can lead to unnecessary problems (for example, disabling the devices of the Mi Home smart home).
- 🔄 The router freezes or restarts every 5 to 10 minutes, and flashing it doesn't help.
- 🔒 Forgot the password from the administrator panel (admin/password Not suitable, and no access to the Mi WiFi app.
- 📦 Prepare to sell or transfer the router to another user – reset will delete all personal data.
- 🛠️ After the firmware update, the Wi-Fi network disappeared, ports did not work or errors appeared "DNS_PROBE_FINISHED_NXDOMAIN".
- 🌐 Incorrect settings IP (For example, a conflict with another router on the network led to the loss of access to the Internet.
If your problem doesn’t make it to this list, try first restarting the router (pull the power cord for 30 seconds) or updating the firmware through the Mi WiFi App. Resetting is a last resort, and in 30% of cases users turn to service centers because of an incorrectly executed procedure.
⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi routers with firmware older than 2021 (for example, MiWiFi) R3G v2.20.73) hardware reset may not work due to a bug in the software. In this case, you will need firmware through SSH or UART.
2. Method 1: Reset via web interface (if you have access to settings)
The safest method is to use an admin panel, which is suitable if you remember the router password or are connected to it via cable. The instructions are universal for all models, including the Mi Router 4A Gigabit Edition and the AX6000.
- Connect to the router via Wi-Fi or LAN-Use your browser on your PC (Chrome, Firefox) – mobile versions may not display the interface correctly.
- Enter 192.168.31.1 or miwifi.com (for new firmware). If the page does not open, check your network settings on your PC: IP should be in the range 192.168.31.x.
- Sign in under the admin account (default password – see the router sticker or documentation).
- Go to General Settings → Additional → Restore factory settings (the path may differ depending on the firmware version).
- Press Reset and confirm action. The router will restart automatically (it will take 2-3 minutes).
After resetting the network name (SSID) It will go back to the standard form, for example, Xiaomi_XXXX, where XXXX — last-minute MAC-The password will be on the device sticker.
Check the connection to the router (Wi-Fi or cable)|Open your browser in incognito mode (without extensions)|Make sure that IP-pixel 192.168.31.x|Write down your current settings (if you plan to restore them later)-->
| Model router | Web interface address | Default login/password | Time to reset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mi Router 4/4A/4C | 192.168.31.1 or miwifi.com | admin / password on the sticker | 2-3 minutes |
| AX1800/AX3000 | 192.168.31.1 | admin / password on the sticker or blank | 3-5 minutes |
| Mi Router AC2100 | 192.168.31.1 or miwifi.com | admin / admin | 5 minutes |
| AX6000 | 192.168.31.1 | Requires a binding to Xiaomi account | 4-6 minutes |
On AX series routers (AX3000, AX6000) after reset, you may need to re-assign to your Xiaomi account via the Mi WiFi app – otherwise some of the features (such as parental controls) will not be available.
Method 3: Hardware Reset Button Reset (if you don’t have access to settings)
If you forget your password or the router is not responding to the connections, the physical Reset button will help. It is located on the back of the device (sometimes hidden in the recess - you will need a paper clip or toothpick).
- 🔘 Mi Router 4/4A/4C: Press the Reset button on 5–10 Let go and wait for the reset (the indicator turns blue).
- 🔘 AX1800/AX3000: Hold the button. 15–20 So, for the second that the light goes out and flashes orange, some firmware requires you to press the power button after you reset.
- 🔘 AX6000: Reset button is combined with button WPS. Hold it for 10 seconds, then release it and press it again once. The indicator should flash red.
On Xiaomi routers with two-color indicators (blue/yellow), a successful reset is confirmed by triple blinking in yellow. If the indicator is lit in red, the procedure failed (possibly too short a press or a malfunction of the button).
What to do if the Reset button doesn’t work?
⚠️ Attention: On Mi Router routers 3G/3C firmware 2019 Reset Retention (more than one year) 30 If the indicator lights up white and does not flash, immediately turn off the power and repeat the procedure with pressing no longer. 10 seconds.
Method 3: Reset via Mi WiFi application (for tethered devices)
If the router is linked to your Xiaomi account, you can reset it via the official Mi WiFi app (available for Android and iOS), a method that is convenient when you are away from home and need to remotely restart the device.
- Open the application and log in under the same account to which the router is attached.
- Select your device from the list (if it is not, check your internet connection).
- Go to Settings → Additional → Resetting settings.
- Confirm the action and wait for the completion (the app will show the notification).
The advantage of this method is the ability to back up your settings before reset (an option is available in the same menu).However, on routers with firmware older than v1.0.50, backup may not work due to changes in the configuration file structure.
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If after resetting through the application, the router does not appear in the list of devices, try:
- 🔄 Restart the application and update the list.
- 📱 Reinstall Mi WiFi (sometimes cache interferes with correct operation).
- 🌐 Connect to the router directly via Wi-Fi (network name will be standard, see Section 2).
5. Typical errors in resetting and how to avoid them
Even experienced users make mistakes that lead to a router’s “bricking,” and here are the most common ones and ways to prevent them:
| Mistake. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Router is not reset by Reset button | Too short pressing or failure of a button | Hold the button for 15-20 seconds, use the clip to press accurately |
| After the reset, there is no Wi-Fi network | Incorrectly restored settings or IP conflict | Connect via cable and check DHCP settings in the Administrator Panel |
| Web interface not available after reset | IP-The router address has changed (for example, to 192.168.1.1) | Check the sticker on the router or use ipconfig (Windows) to find the gateway |
| Mi WiFi app doesn't see router | The device is not tied to an account or an outdated version of the application | Update the app, check binding in Settings → My devices |
One of the most insidious mistakes is to reset during a firmware update, and if you interrupt the update process (for example, turn off power), the router may stop turning on, in which case only the firmware through the power supply will help. TFTP or UART-Port (sweater skills required).
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Before resetting, disconnect everything from the router USB-devices (e.g., external hard drives or 4G-They can interfere with the procedure, especially on port models. USB (Like Mi Router. 4A Gigabit).
6.How to restore settings after resetting
Once reset, the router will return to factory settings, but you can restore the previous settings in a few minutes.
- Connect to the router via Wi-Fi (network name and password – on the sticker) or through LAN-cable.
- Open the web interface (192.168.31.1) and log in (logins/passwords see the table in section 2).
- In the Internet section, set up the connection: For PPPoE, enter the username / password from the provider. For Dynamic IP (DHCP), just save the settings. For Static IP, check the parameters with the provider.
Wi-Fi
SSID
WPA2-PSK
WPA3
guest-wi-fi
parental control
To speed up the process, you can restore the settings from the backup if you created it before. The backup file has the.cfg extension and is restored through General Settings → Backup.
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Do not back up your settings on routers with other firmware (e.g., a copy from Mi Router 4A to AX3000) and this can lead to conflict and network instability.