How to find the password of the administrator of the Xiaomi router: all ways to restore access

Forgot the password from the Xiaomi router admin panel and can't log in? This is a familiar situation for many users, especially if the device was configured a long time ago or the password was entered once on the first install. Fortunately, the manufacturer has provided several official and alternative ways to restore access, from a standard reset to using hidden firmware functions.

In this article, we will discuss all the current methods for obtaining an administrator password for the popular Mi Router 4/4A/4C/4Q/5/AX models, including little-known tricks for power users. Importantly, some methods require physical access to the device, others work remotely through the Mi Home app. We will also explain why a standard Reset button reset does not always help and what to do in such cases.

If you're afraid of damaging your network settings or losing your stored data, don't worry, we'll give you clear instructions with warnings about the risks. And for those who prefer visual guides, there's a step-by-step screenshot of the key steps at the end of this article.

1. Standard method: password on router sticker

Before you start complex manipulations, check the most obvious place where Xiaomi stores factory access data. There should be a sticker with technical information on the bottom or back of the router (under the plastic cover, if any).

• 🔑 SSID (Network name – usually starts with Xiaomi_ or MI_;
• 🔒 Password (Wi-Fi password) is NOT an administrator password, but sometimes it coincides with it by default;
• 📝 Admin Password – Factory Password for logging into the control panel (if not changed).

On newer models (Mi Router AX6000, Mi Router 5G), the factory administrator password often matches the Wi-Fi password. If the sticker is erased or missing, try the standard combinations:

⚠️ Note: If you have previously changed your administrator password through a web interface, factory data will not help.

2. Recover password through the Mi Home app

The official Mi Home app (available for Android and iOS) lets you manage Xiaomi routers without entering an administrator password – provided that the device is tied to your Mi Account.

1. Open Mi Home and go to Devices → Network → [Your Router].
2. Slap the gear icon (⚙️) top-right.
3. Select router settings → Additional → Password management.
4. The system will offer to reset the administrator password via SMS or email (if the account is confirmed).

If the router is not linked to your account, try adding it manually:

Press "+" In the upper right corner of Mi Home|Select "Add device" → "router"|Scan it. QR-router-sticker|Connect to the Wi-Fi router (password on the sticker)|Complete the binding through SMS-code-->

⚠️ Note: After resetting the password through Mi Home, all router settings (including guest network and parental controls) are reset to factory. → Backup.

3. Reset router to factory settings

If previous methods have failed, the radical but reliable way is hardware reset, which deletes all user settings, including the administrator password, and returns the router to the "out of the box" state.

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.
3. The indicators on the front panel should blink and go out - this is a signal of a successful reset.
4. Connect to the router network (name and password on the sticker) and log in to the administrator panel at 192.168.31.1.

On some models (Mi Router 4A Gigabit Edition, Mi Router AX9000) reset works differently:

After resetting, you will need to reconfigure:

• 🌐 Wi-Fi name and password;
• 🔌 Type of Internet Connection (PPPoE, DHCP etc.);
• 🔒 Administrator password (write it to a secure location!).

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If the router does not distribute the Internet after reset, check the connection type in the Settings section. → Internet. Often, providers require login/password (PPPoE) or binding MAC-address.

4. Alternative methods: Telnet and hidden pages

For advanced command-line users, there are two little-known ways to access a router without resetting: They require a physical connection to the device over Ethernet and a basic knowledge of network protocols.

Method 1: Telnet login (for old firmware)

Some versions of the Mi Router firmware (until 2020) leave open the Telnet port with default credentials.

1. Connect the router to the computer with a LAN cable.
2. Open the Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (macOS/Linux).
3. Enter the command: telnet 192.168.31.1
4. When requesting a login and password, try the combinations root / admin admin / (empty field) root / last 8 characters MAC-addresses (without colons)

If you're successful, you'll be able to access the router console. To change the administrator password, do:

nvram set http_passwd= "new password"


nvram commit




reboot

Method 2: Hidden Password Reset Page

Some firmware (Mi Router 3, Mi Router 4) has an undocumented password reset page. Open your browser and type in:

http://192.168.31.1/cgi-bin/luci/;stok=[TOKEN]/admin/system

Where [TOKEN] is the value of the stok parameter from the cookies of your session (can be obtained through the browser developer tools, the Application → Cookies tab).

⚠️ Note: Using Telnet and hidden pages can disrupt the router or lead to blocking over the Internet MAC-These methods are not officially supported by Xiaomi and are only suitable for advanced users.

5 What to do if nothing helps

If all of these methods are useless, there are three options:

1. Calling for support for Xiaomi: 📧 Write to support@mi.com with a photo of the router sticker and a purchase check. 📞 Call the hotline (for Russia: 8 800 775-66-77).

Support staff can send an unblocking instruction linked to the serial number.

Refuse the router manually

For Mi Router models 4A Mi Router 3G There are custom firmware (e.g. Padavan) that let you bypass the administrator password. 4PDA OpenWRT.

Buy a new router

If the device is outdated (like the Mi Router Mini or Mi Router 2), it may be easier to purchase a new model.The current Xiaomi AX3000 or Redmi Router AX6 support password recovery through the Mi Home without resetting.

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Before flashing the router, be sure to check the compatibility of custom firmware with your model. Wrong firmware can turn the device into a “brick”.

6.How to avoid losing your password in the future

To avoid the problem of forgotten passwords again, follow these tips:

• 📝 Save passwords in managers like KeePass or Bitwarden (marked "Xiaomi router").
• 🔄 Update your firmware regularly – new versions often add access recovery features.
• 📱 Link the router to Mi Account – this makes it easier to reset your password through the app.
• 🔧 Create a backup of settings through Settings → Backup.

It is also useful to configure remote management through Mi Home:

1. Open the router web interface (192.168.31.1).
2. Go to Settings. → Remote control.
3. Enable the option and link your Mi Account.

Now you can manage your router from anywhere in the world – the main thing is not to forget the data from your Xiaomi account!

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi administrator password