How to log into the router Xiaomi 4: address, login, password and reset settings

Owners of Xiaomi Mi Router 4 routers (including modifications) 4A, 4C, 4Q) They often have to go to the device control panel, whether it's to set up Wi-Fi, change a password, or update a firmware. IP-The address does not open, the factory password does not fit, the interface is in Chinese. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to log into the Xiaomi 4 router for 2026, including bypassing typical errors and resetting the settings to the factory.

The feature of Xiaomi routers is their close integration with the Mi Home ecosystem and the proprietary Mi Wi-Fi application. This simplifies management from a smartphone, but complicates access through the browser. We will show you how to log in to a web interface without an application if it does not work, and what to do if the router "forgot" your settings. All instructions are checked on the latest firmware versions (including the latest firmware). MiWiFi_R4CM_firmware_*.bin).

1. Standard method of entry through IP-address

The most universal method is to use the router's web interface. IP-Address, login and password: Xiaomi Mi Router 4 uses the following address by default:

IP-address: 192.168.31.1 (or miwifi.com, alternative domain name).

Login: Admin (sometimes the field is left empty).

Password: This is on the sticker at the bottom of the router (usually 8 characters, such as 12345678).

To enter:

1. Connect your computer or smartphone to the router network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet cable.
2. Open your browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) and enter it in the address bar 192.168.31.1.
3. Enter your login and password (see above). If the data is not suitable, see the section on resetting settings.

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Note: If instead of the control panel, a Mi Wi-Fi page opens with a suggestion to download the application, then the router is configured to manage only through mobile software. To return access through the browser, you need to temporarily disable cloud synchronization (see section 4).

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If 192.168.31.1 does not open, try 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1 – some providers change the subnet by default.

2. Alternate addresses and domains for entry

If the standard IP doesn’t work, the Xiaomi 4 router can use different addresses depending on the region or firmware.

• 🌐 miwifi.com – official domain (redirects to local domain) IP).
• 📡 192.168.31.1 – the main address for most models.
• 🔢 192.168.0.1 – Alternative if the network is configured by the provider.
• 🔗 router.asus.com – sometimes running on firmware with modified interface.

To find out the exact IP of your router:

1. On Windows: Open Command Prompt and type: ipconfig Search for the Primary Gateway Line – this is the router’s IP.
2. On Android: go to Settings → Wi-Fi, tap on your network and look at the Gateway.
3. On iOS: Settings → Wi-Fi → (i) next to the network → Router.

3. Sign in via Mi Wi-Fi app (if the web interface is blocked)

The Mi Wi-Fi app (formerly Mi Router) is Xiaomi’s official way of managing routers, which automatically detects the device on the local network and gives access to all settings, even if the web interface is disabled.

• 📱 Google Play for Android).
• 🍎 App Store (for iOS).

Instructions for entry:

1. Connect your smartphone to the Wi-Fi router.
2. Open the app and wait for the device to be automatically detected.
3. Enter the administrator password (by default - from the sticker on the router).
4. If the router is already linked to your Xiaomi account, sign in.

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Note: Mi Wi-Fi requires registration in the Xiaomi ecosystem (Mi Account). Without it, only basic functions are available. If you forget your account password, restore it to account.xiaomi.com, otherwise resetting the router to factory settings will remove all the attachments.

Install Mi Wi-Fi from the official store |

Connect to the router network (Wi-Fi or cable) |

Know the administrator password (from the sticker or after reset)|

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4. How to turn on the web interface if it is disabled

Many users have a problem: when you try to access 192.168.31.1, you open a page with a suggestion to download the application, and you don't have access to the settings, which means that the router activates the "Mobile Only" function.

Method 1. Through the Mi Wi-Fi application:

1. Open the application and enter the router settings.
2. Go to General settings → Control mode.
3. Choose Web + Mobile Management.
4. Save the changes and restart the router.

Method 2. via Telnet/SSH (for advanced):

If you have a firmware that supports Telnet (such as Padavan), connect to the router via the command line:

telnet 192.168.31.1


login: admin




password: [your password]




nvram set web_admin=1




nvram commit




reboot

After this command, the web interface will be unlocked, but note: informal firmware can disrupt the stability of the router.

5. Reset the Xiaomi 4 router to factory settings

If you forget your password or the router is not working properly, hard reset will help.The Xiaomi Mi Router 4 has two ways to reset:

Method 1. Reset button on the body:

1. Press and hold the Reset button (usually located on the back next to the ports).
2. Hold it for 10-15 seconds until the lights start flashing yellow/orange.
3. Release the button - the router will restart and return to factory settings.

Method 2. Through the web interface (if available):

1. Enter the control panel (192.168.31.1).
2. Go to Additional settings → System → Reset settings.
3. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.

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Note: Reset removes all settings, including: 🔑 Wi-Fi password and network name (SSID). 📡 Port settings, DMZ, UPnP. 🔄 Link to Xiaomi account (re-authorization required). 📱 Parental controls and device blacklists. Once reset, the router will return to the factory password (see the case sticker).

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Factory reset is the last option if other login methods don't work.Always try to restore access through the app or alternatives first IP-address.

6. Solving typical entry problems

If the Xiaomi 4 router does not let you into the control panel, check the following points:

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If the router doesn't give away Wi-Fi after reset, check if the router mode is on in the settings. Sometimes the reset puts the device into AP Mode.

7.Security: How to Protect a Router After Logging in

After successfully logging into the Xiaomi Mi Router 4 control panel, it is recommended to follow several steps to protect the device:

• 🔒 Change your administrator password: Use a combination of 12+ symbols with numbers and special signs.
• 🌍 Disable remote access: in the security settings, prohibit the management of the router from the Internet.
• 🔄 Update the firmware: Outdated versions contain vulnerabilities (e.g., vulnerabilities, CVE-2021-27561 for old Xiaomi firmware).
• 📵 Set up a blacklist: block suspicious devices in the Device Management section.

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Note: Xiaomi routers send anonymous statistics to Xiaomi Cloud by default. To disable this, go to Additional Settings → System → Statistics and reports and deactivate all options.

Also useful:

1. Create a guest network for temporary devices (limits access to the local network).
2. Enable DDoS protection in the Security section.
3. Set up automatic Wi-Fi shutdown on schedule (for example, overnight).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi 4 routers