Xiaomi’s standard router password: a complete list for all models + how to reset if not suitable

Introduction: Why it is important to know the router's factory password

Each Xiaomi router comes with factory credentials to access the admin panel, which is your login and password for network settings, security, and device-related features, but many users face the problem that standard combinations don’t work, especially if the router has been used before or updated.

In this article, we will not only list all possible factory passwords for different Xiaomi Mi Router models, but also explain how to reset them if access is lost. You will also learn why standard data may not fit, and how to avoid locking the device if you repeatedly fail to log in.

Particular attention will be paid to models Mi Wi-Fi Router 3/4, AX1800/3600/6000, as well as firmware with sinaized and global versions – they often have different default combinations.

Standard login and password for Xiaomi routers: a full list of models

Factory credentials depend on the router model, the firmware region (China, global version), and even the year of release. Below is the current table for all popular Xiaomi devices (data checked for 2026).

⚠️ Note: If your router was purchased by hand or was already used, the standard data may have been changed by the previous owner).

Also note the sticker on the bottom of the router – newer models (AX6000, BE7000) often have a unique password for the first sign-in generated at the factory.

Why the Standard Password is Not Good: 5 Reasons

If the admin/admin combination or the sticker data doesn’t work, the problem may be one of the following:

• 🔄 The router has already been set up - the previous owner changed the password.
• 🌍 The inconsistency of the firmware region - Chinese versions (CN ROM) Often blocking access without linking to your Mi Account.
• 🔒 brute force protection activated - after 5 unsuccessful attempts, the router blocks the entrance for 5 minutes.
• 📦 Outdated firmware - on older versions of the software (<2020 other combinations of the year may have been used.
• 🛠️ Hardware failure – rare, but memory damage with settings is possible.

To diagnose the problem, try connecting to the router via cable (LAN-port) and check if the "Incorrect Password" error appears or if the device does not respond to requests at all.

It’s also worth considering that some models (Mi Router 4A Gigabit Edition) require you to link to your Xiaomi account when you first connect.

How to reset the password on the Xiaomi router: step-by-step instructions

If standard data doesn't fit, the only reliable way to get back access is through a hard reset, which will return the router to the factory settings, including your login and password.

Disconnect all devices from the router’s Wi-Fi network

Prepare a paperclip or toothpick to press the Reset button

Make sure the router is connected to the power supply

Write down the current settings (if you have access to the panel)

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Steps for discharge:

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).
4. Connect to the router network via cable or Wi-Fi (network name will be Xiaomi_XXXX).
5. Enter the standard login / password (see the table above).

⚠️ Note: On some models (AX3600, 6000) the Reset button is combined with WPS. Hold it for more than 20 seconds until the orange light flashes.

If the reset didn’t help (the router doesn’t reset or requires the old password again), the firmware may be damaged, in which case you will need to flash through UBoot, a procedure for power users (described in the next section).

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After resetting, take your time to reconfigure the router. First, update the firmware to the latest version through the admin panel (Settings → Software Update) This will fix any login bugs.

Reflashing the Xiaomi router if the reset did not help

In rare cases, hardware resets don't return factory settings.

• 🔧 Damage to the configuration memory partition.
• 📉 Failed firmware update.
• 🛡️ Reset protection (on some Chinese firmware).

The solution is manual flashing through recovery mode (UBoot), a method that is suitable for models based on Qualcomm or MediaTek chips (most Xiaomi routers).

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/Linux.
• 🔌 Ethernet cable (wi-fi connection is not suitable!).
• 📁 Firmware for your model (download from the official Xiaomi website).
• 🛠️ MiWiFiRepairTool or tftp for downloading firmware.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn the router off the power.
2. Press the Reset button and, without letting it go, connect the power.
3. Hold the button for another 10-15 seconds until the indicator flashes yellow quickly (UBoot mode).
4. Connect the router to the computer via cable and assign the network adapter a static IP 192.168.31.2.
5. Start MiWiFiRepairTool, select firmware and start the recovery process.

⚠️ Attention: Continuous power is critical! If you interrupt the flashing process, the router can turn into a brick. Use an uninterruptible power source (UPS).

After successful flashing, the router will restart and will be available as standard. IP-address 192.168.31.1 with factory login/password.

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Flashing through UBoot is a last resort, and 90 percent of the time, a regular reset helps, and only use it when other methods are exhausted.

How to protect Xiaomi router after reset: security tips

Once access to the router is restored, it is important to set up security correctly to avoid repeated problems.

• 🔐 Change the standard password to a complex one (at least 12 characters, with numbers and special marks: k7#pL9!xQ2$vR5.
• 🌐 Update your firmware to the latest version – it closes the vulnerabilities.
• 🚫 Disable Remote Access (Settings) → Security → Remote control).
• 🔄 Enable automatic firmware updates.
• 📡 Change the name of the network (SSID) — Don't use the standard. Xiaomi_XXXX.

We also recommend:

• 🔗 Link the router to your Xiaomi account (in settings) This will allow you to manage it through the Mi Wi-Fi application and restore access when you lose your password.
• 📋 Create a backup of settings (Settings) → Additionally. → Backup).
• 🛡️ Set up a guest network for devices that don’t need access to the main network.

⚠️ Note: If your router supports Mesh networks (for example, AX6000), After reset, you may need to re-synchronize with other nodes. Use the Mesh button on the case or the Settings menu to do this. → Mesh-network.

Don't ignore security updates! In 2023, Xiaomi's firmware discovered vulnerabilities that allow you to remotely reset your password. Updating to version 1.0.237+ closes these gaps.

Frequent errors when working with passwords of Xiaomi routers

Even experienced users sometimes make mistakes that lead to router lockdown or loss of access.

• 🔑 Using a password from a sticker after reset - on new models (AX6000, BE7000) This password is valid only when you first turn on.
• 🌐 Attempting to enter through HTTP, not HTTPS — Some firmware is blocking unencrypted connections. Always use the address. https://192.168.31.1.
• 📱 Setting up through the mobile application without linking the account – if you do not link the router to the Mi Account, after resetting, access through the application will be lost.
• 🔄 Reset via web interface instead of hardware button – software reset (Settings) → Recovery does not always reset the password.
• 🕒 Impatient when resetting – if you release the Reset button ahead of time, the router may not reset.

Another common mistake is ignoring the firmware region, for example, if you bought a router in China (CN ROM) and then flashed the global version, the standard data may not match, and then only a complete firmware reflash will help.

If the router after reset still does not accept the standard password, check:

• 🔌 Is it connected to the power supply (the indicator should burn blue, not orange).
• 📡 Are you connected to the right network (sometimes the router creates two networks: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz).
• 🖥️ Does antivirus or firewall block access to the administrator panel.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions About Xiaomi Router Passwords