What is the default password on the Xiaomi router: where to find and what to do if it is not suitable

When you first connect to a Xiaomi router, many users face a problem: the device requires a password, but no one set it. The fact is that all Mi Router, AX3600, 4A, 4C and other models come with factory settings, including a standard password for Wi-Fi access and the administrator panel. However, finding this information is not always easy — especially if the data sticker is lost or lost.

In this article, we will discuss where to look for a factory password on Xiaomi routers, what combinations are used by default for different models, and what to do if the standard key does not fit. Also, you will learn how to reset to factory settings if you forgot your password, and how to protect your network after the first connection.

This material will be useful for both newcomers who have just unpacked the new router and experienced users who are faced with the need to reset. We have collected up-to-date information for the models of 2020-2026, including the popular Mi Router 4A Gigabit, AX6000 and BE7000.

Where to look for a factory password on a Xiaomi router

The most reliable way to find out a standard password is to look at the sticker on the bottom or back of the device, which usually shows:

• 🔹 SSID (the default Wi-Fi network name, for example Xiaomi_XXXX)
• 🔑 Password/Key (password)
• 🌐 IP-Administrator panel address (usually 192.168.31.1 or miwifi.com)
• 🔐 Login and password for entering settings (most often) admin/admin erect)

The sticker may be located:

• 📦 On the router box (if it is preserved)
• 🖥️ On the underside of the device (under rubber legs or label)
• 📄 In the instructions for operation (rarely, but occurs)

If the sticker is missing or the text is not readable, try the standard combinations for your model (see next section).It’s also worth checking if you’ve changed your password before – sometimes users forget that they’ve already set up the router.

Standard passwords for popular Xiaomi models

If the sticker is lost, you can try connecting to the router using typical factory combinations. Xiaomi has several templates that depend on the model and year of release.

Important: Starting in 2022, Xiaomi’s BE (BE7000, BE6500) routers require binding to your Mi Account when you first connect, without which access to settings will be blocked.

If your model is not listed in the table, try the following universal combinations for a Wi-Fi password:

• 🔢 The Last 8 Symbols MAC-address (indicated on the sticker, without dash)
• 🔢 The first 8 characters of the serial number (SN)
• 🔢 12345678 or 87654321 (for older models until 2019)
• 🔢 Xiaomi or miwifi in lower case

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If the router has already been in use, try connecting to it via cable (LAN-port) and access the administrator panel at 192.168.31.1. Sometimes the Wi-Fi password can be seen in the settings without logging in.

What to do if the standard password is not suitable

If none of the combinations worked, there are three possible reasons:

1. 🔄 The router was previously configured (password changed by the previous owner).
2. 🛠️ There was a firmware failure, which reset some of the settings.
3. 📦 Device from the "gray" party with non-standard settings.

In such cases, resetting the settings to the factory will help.

1. Find the Reset button on the back of the router (usually recessed in the case).
2. Take a paperclip or toothpick, press and hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the indicators start flashing.
3. Release the button and wait for the reboot (1-2 minutes).

Once reset, the router will return to factory settings, and you can connect using the sticker data. If the reset didn't help (for example, the button doesn't respond), try an alternative method through the Mi Wi-Fi App:

Open the app and select your router|Go to "Settings" →"Additionally"|Click "Reset settings"|Confirm the action and wait for the reboot-->

Warning: Reset will remove all settings, including network name, password, associated devices and parental controls.If the router was linked to a Mi Account, reauthorization may be required after the reset.

How to Protect a Router After First Connection

Using a standard password is a security risk to your network, and after the first login, be sure to follow the following steps:

1. Change your Wi-Fi password: 🔐 Use a combination of 12+ symbols (letters, numbers, special symbols). 🚫 Avoid obvious sequences (12345678, qwerty). 🔄 Change your password every 6-12 months.
2. Update the firmware: 📥 Go to Settings. → Update the software and install the latest version. ⚠️ Outdated software may contain vulnerabilities.

Set up access control

• 📵 Turn on the filtering by MAC-Addresses (Security section).
• 🕒 Limit access time for the guest network.

We also recommend:

• 🔧 Disable remote router management (section Additional) → Remote access).
• 🔄 Regularly check the list of connected devices for unknown gadgets.
• 📡 Change the name of the network (SSID), Removing the reference to the router model (for example, instead of Xiaomi_AX3600 Use a neutral name).

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Even if your router supports WPA3, only enable it if all connected devices support it. Otherwise, use WPA2/WPA3 hybrid mode.

Frequent errors when setting a password on Xiaomi

Many users experience problems due to errors, and here are the most common ones:

1. Use spaces or Cyrillic in password: Xiaomi routers are case sensitive and do not support Cyrillic characters in the Wi-Fi password. Use only Latin, numbers and special characters (!@#$%, etc.).
2. Incorrect login / password entry in the admin panel: If you are trying to log in 192.168.31.1, But the system doesn't accept admin/admin, check: 🔹 Are there any extra gaps in the fields. 🔹 Is Caps Lock on. 🔹 Do not need to be linked to Mi Account (relevant for new models).

Ignoring the change of the standard password

About 30 percent of users never change their factory password, making their networks an easy target for hackers. Even if you live in a private home, protect the network!

Another common problem is that you can't connect to Wi-Fi after you change your password, and this happens if you:

• 📶 You entered a new password with an error (check the register!).
• 🔄 The router did not save the settings (reboot it).
• 📱 On the device (smartphone, laptop) saved old password in memory.

How to link Xiaomi router to your Mi Account

Newer models (AX6000, BE7000, etc.) require binding to a Mi Account, which adds an additional layer of security, but can be challenging if you buy a used router.

1. Download the Mi Wi-Fi app (available for Android and iOS).
2. Connect to the router network (use the standard password from the sticker).
3. Open the app and follow the binding instructions.

If the router has already been linked to another account, you will need to:

1. Contact the previous owner and ask them to untie the device in the Mi Wi-Fi App.
2. Or make a full reset (see section above) and link to your account.

If none of these methods worked, contact Xiaomi with a purchase check or warranty card, and in some cases, you may need to flash it in the service center.

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