It's a common situation for owners of Xiaomi and Redmi routers to connect a new device to a wireless network and forget their security key, and they often don't remember whether they changed standard data when they first set up or came up with a complex combination that is now forgotten. Fortunately, the MiWiFi firmware architecture allows you to restore access with several proven methods without requiring a deep knowledge of networking technologies.
There are two main scenarios: you're already connected to the network from one device (like a smartphone or laptop) and you want to know the code for another gadget, or no one has access to the network at all. The first one is solved in a couple of clicks through the operating system interface. The second one requires physical access to the router itself and use of factory settings or the administrator web interface.
It is important to understand that modern WPA2/WPA3 encryption methods reliably protect data transmission, so it is impossible to “hack” the network remotely without access to the admin panel or a connected device. All of the methods described below are legal methods for the owner of the equipment. We will consider both software methods through the Mi Home application, and classic methods through the browser and the physical reset button.
Viewing the saved password on the connected device
If your smartphone or laptop is already connected to the Xiaomi Mi Router wireless network, the operating system stores the access keys in its secure storage. On devices running Android 10 and later, as well as on iOS 16+, this information is available to the user through the standard settings menu, which is the fastest way, without requiring logging into the settings of the router itself.
On Xiaomi smartphones with a shell MIUI Or HyperOS, it's as simple as possible, just go to the Wi-Fi settings, click on the name of the active network or the arrow icon next to it. QR-Guest-connection code. This code often displays a text string with a key, or you can see it by taking a screenshot and scanning it through Google Lens or any other scanner. QR-code.
⚠️ Note: On some versions of the firmware MIUI The password can be hidden with stars even in the menu. QR-In this case, use the Share feature (file transfer icon), which can send a text file with network data to another device via Mi Drop or Bluetooth.
Windows users can also retrieve the saved key through the Control Panel, open Network and Internet Options, go to Network Management Center, click on your wireless connection name, and select Wireless Network Properties. In the Security tab, tick the box against the Display Typed Signs item.
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If you have Android 9 or lower, the standard menu won't show the password. QR-codes from current Wi-Fi settings – many of them are able to decode stored networks and show the password with text.
Log in to the web interface of the Xiaomi router
The classic method of managing network equipment involves logging into the device’s web interface via a browser. Xiaomi routers default to 192.168.31.1 or the domain name miwifi.com. To successfully authenticate, the device from which you log in must be connected to the router by LAN cable or Wi-Fi.
When you try to log in, the system will ask for an administrator password. Often users confuse it with a Wi-Fi password. By default, if you did not change the security settings on the first activation, the administrator password matches the wireless key. However, in new versions of MiWiFi firmware, the system forces you to set a separate password to log into the control panel, which could be saved in the Mi Home app on your phone.
Once you have successfully logged in, go to Wi-Fi Settings, where the Password field will display the current key. If the field is hidden with asterisks, there is usually a Show button or the ability to copy the value. In some older versions of the interface, the password may not be displayed in the open for security reasons, then you will need to change it.
If the standard address does not open, check the settings of your PC's network adapter. The default gateway will indicate the exact IP-The router's address on your local network, type it into the browser address bar, and make sure you use the protocol. HTTP, Some older models may not be able to handle requests properly HTTPS self-signed.
Using the Mi Home application for management
Xiaomi’s ecosystem is tied to the Mi Home mobile app, which is the central smart home and networking node, and if your router is linked to your Mi Account, you can manage it remotely, especially when you don’t have a laptop with an Ethernet cable.
In the app's main menu, select your router from the list of devices. In the interface that opens, look for the Settings section (usually a gear icon or three dots in the corner). In the settings menu, look for "Wi-Fi Management" or "Wireless Network Settings" and display the network name (SSID) and password for both frequency bands - 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.
The advantage of using the app is synchronization. Even if you changed your password through the web interface from your computer, the application will update the data in the Mi Cloud. However, it is worth remembering that to display the password in the application, you must have active Internet on your smartphone so that the application can download current data from the server or router.
What if the app shows “Device Offline”?
Resetting to factory settings (Hard Reset)
If neither of these methods helped, or you don’t remember the administrator password to log in to the settings, there is a radical but effective method – a complete reset. On the case of Xiaomi and Redmi routers (models AX3000, AX3600, AC2100, etc.) there is a special hole marked Reset.
To do the reset, turn the router on and wait for it to load. Take a paper clip or a thin needle, press a button inside the hole and hold it for about 5-10 seconds. The system indicator will flash orange or yellow, signaling the beginning of the process of restoring the factory configuration.
⚠️ Warning: After resetting, the router will return to the "out of the box" state.All provider settings (PPPoE, L2TP, static IP), The name of the network and the Wi-Fi password will be reset to the standard ones.
Once you reboot, you can connect to the network using the data on the sticker at the bottom of the device, and the standard password is usually listed in the same place, and it's the only guaranteed way to access if the previous owner or you blocked the device with a complex administrator password.
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Table of standard data for popular models
Many users are looking for universal combinations that work by default. Although Xiaomi’s security policy requires passwords to be unique on new devices, there are standard logins and addresses for a number of models that are relevant for initial setup or after reset.
| Model router | IP-entrance | Standard login | Password default |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi Mi Router 4A | 192.168.31.1 | admin | No (as specified when setting up) |
| Redmi Router AC2100 | 192.168.31.1 | admin | No (as specified when setting up) |
| Xiaomi Mi Router 3G | 192.168.31.1 | admin | admin (on old firmware) |
| Xiaomi Mi WiFi Nano | 192.168.31.1 | admin | No (only via App) |
Note that the default password column for most modern models has a no password note, so that when you turn on the first time, the user comes up with a reliable combination. If the used router and reset do not work, it may have a modified firmware (OpenWrt, Padavan), where passwords can be standard for these builds, such as root or password.
Advanced methods: Telnet and SSH
For technically trained users, it is possible to obtain a password through the command line if the router opens debugging ports. Some Xiaomi models allow you to activate Telnet through special utilities or exploits (for example, a method that renames a file to a file). USB-storage).
If you have access to SSH (port 22) or Telnet (port 23) from your computer, you can connect to the router using the terminal.
ssh root@192.168.31.1Once you enter the root password (which often matches the web interface password or is standard for open Telnet), you will need to find a configuration file that stores the wireless network settings. On the Linux system on which MiWiFi OS is based, this data often lies in /etc/config/wireless configuration files or in the mtd database. However, reading these files requires superuser rights and an understanding of the uci file structure.
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Telnet/SSH is only relevant for those who install alternative firmware, and it is safer and easier for the average user to perform Hard Reset.
It is worth noting that in recent firmware versions, Xiaomi has closed most of the vulnerabilities that made it easy to get root rights, so this method works mainly on devices released before 2019-2020, or on those where the owner previously activated debugging.