How to remove Fastboot on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8: 5 proven ways

Why Redmi Note 8 is stuck in Fastboot mode and what to do about it

The Fastboot mode on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 is an engineering tool for firmware and diagnostics, but sometimes the smartphone hangs in it for no apparent reason. You see a black screen with a green robot and the inscription FASTBOOT, and the usual reboot does not help? It's not a critical breakdown, but a software failure that is solved in 90% of cases without a service center.

The reasons for getting into Fastboot on Redmi Note 8 are divided into two groups: hardware (damage to buttons, battery) and software (failed update, failure of MIUI, conflict custom recaverration). The most common fault is the software - for example, interrupted firmware through the Mi Flash Tool or experiments with unlocking the bootloader. In rare cases, the mode is turned on spontaneously due to a critical battery discharge or damage to the USB-C connector.

In this article, 5 working ways to get your smartphone back to normal, from the simplest (reboot with a combination of buttons) to advanced (firmware via EDL). All methods are tested on Redmi Note 8 (codename ginkgo) with MIUI 12-14 and Android 10-12. If your phone does not respond to any actions, check the FAQ section - there are rare cases.

Method 1: Forced reset (hard reset)

The first thing you should try is hardware reset, which works 60 percent of the time if your smartphone is stuck in the Fastboot because of a temporary system failure, and you don't need a computer or any special software.

Instructions:

  • 🔋 Charge your phone to at least 20% (if the battery is discharged, the reset may not work).
  • 🔄 Hold the Power button for 10-15 seconds until the screen goes out.
  • 📱 If the screen is black, press the power. + Increase volume by 20-30 seconds.
  • 🔄 After vibration release the buttons – the phone should restart in normal mode.

If the smartphone comes back to Fastboot, the problem is deeper, maybe the bootloader or the firmware is damaged, in which case move on to the next way.

⚠️ Warning: Don't confuse Fastboot with Recovery! in the first case, the screen has a green robot and the inscription FASTBOOT, in the second - menu with items Reboot, Wipe Data, etc. The exit methods are different!

📊 How often does your Redmi Note 8 hang in the Fastboot?
First time.
Regularly (once a month)
Only after the firmware.
Never hung up.

Method 2: Exit through the Mi Flash Tool (for unlocked bootloader)

If the forced reboot didn’t help, and the bootloader on your Redmi Note 8 is unlocked, you can use the official Mi Flash Tool utility.

  • 📱 The phone was previously streamed through Fastboot.
  • 🔓 You have unlocked the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool.
  • 💻 You have a computer with Windows and USB-cable (preferably original).

Step-by-step:

  1. Download the firmware for Redmi Note 8 (ginkgo) in.tgz format (select the Fastboot version).
  2. Unpack the archive in a folder without Cyrillic characters (for example, C:\Xiaomi\ginkgo).
  3. Install the Mi Flash Tool and Qualcomm drivers.
  4. Connect your phone in Fastboot mode to your PC (should be defined as Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008).
  5. In the Mi Flash Tool, select the firmware folder, press Refresh, then Flash.
  6. Wait for the process to end (5-10 minutes) and automatically restart.

If the phone still returns to Fastboot after firmware, check:

  • 🔌 Cable and port USB — Try another cable or port on your PC.
  • 📋 The firmware version – it must match the model (ginkgo for Redmi Note 8).
  • 🔄 Mode in Mi Flash Tool – Select Clean All (Full Reset).

Download the correct firmware (Fastboot) for ginkgo|

Install Mi Flash Tool and Qualcomm | Drivers

Disable the antivirus (can block the utility) |

Charge your phone to at least 50% |

Use the original USB-cable-->

Method 3: ADB and Fastboot commands (for power users)

If you have access to ADB/Fastboot on your computer, you can try to exit Fastboot mode via the command line, a method that requires minimal knowledge of how to work with the console, but it is safer than full flashing.

What you need:

  • 💻 Computer with installed ADB and Fastboot.
  • 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
  • 📱 Phone in Fastboot mode (connected to PC).

Instructions:

  1. Open the command line (Win + R → enter cmd).
  2. Check the phone connection command: fastboot devices should appear serial number of the device.
  3. Run the reboot command: fastboot reboot
  4. If the phone is back in Fastboot again, try resetting the cache: fastboot erase cache
  5. Another option is to reboot in Recovery: fastboot reboot recovery from there you can do Wipe Data.

If the phone returns to Fastboot immediately after the fastboot reboot command, it is a sign of a damaged bootloader, in which case only full firmware through EDL (mode 4) will help.

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If the fastboot device command doesn’t show your phone, try reinstalling drivers manually through Device Manager (select the Android Bootloader Interface driver).

Method 4: Firmware through EDL (Emergency Mode)

EDL (Emergency Download Mode) is the Redmi Note 8’s “last hope” if other methods have failed. It allows you to flash a phone even with a damaged bootloader, but requires a special cable or short circuit of contacts on the board.

Warning: The wrong actions in EDL can finally brick your phone, and use this method only if:

  • 📱 The phone does not respond to buttons and does not leave the Fastboot.
  • 💻 You have experience with Mi Flash Tool and Qualcomm devices.
  • 🔧 You are willing to take risks (in rare cases, you need to disassemble the phone).

How to Sign in to EDL on Redmi Note 8:

  1. Method 1 (software): If the phone is responsive, run the command: adb reboot edl or via Fastboot: fastboot oem edl
  2. Method 2 (hardware): If the phone is unresponsive, close contacts EDL You can do this by taking the phone apart (requires a mediator and a screwdriver). EDL (usually signed or marked as TEST POINT). Close them with tweezers or wire for 5-10 seconds, simultaneously connecting USB-cable.

After logging in to EDL (the phone will be defined as Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008):

  1. Download the firmware for Redmi Note 8 (ginkgo) in.tgz format.
  2. Unpack it and in the Mi Flash Tool, select Clean all and lock mode.
  3. Press Flash and wait until the end (the process will take 10-15 minutes).
  4. Keep an eye on the hardware: 🔌 Avoid cheap ones. USB-cables - they can damage the connector. 💧 Do not allow moisture to enter the charging port. 🔋 Use original or certified chargers.

If you are actively experimenting with firmware, keep on hand:

  • 💾 Backup copy EFS (IMEI and modem data).
  • 📋 Login and password from the Mi Account (required after resetting).
  • 🔧 Links to verified firmware and instructions (e.g. from the forum) 4PDA).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Fastboot on Redmi Note 8

The phone got stuck in the Fastboot after the MIUI update.
It was probably an error. Try: Run hard reset (method 1). If it doesn't work, run your phone through Mi Flash Tool (method 2) by selecting the same MIUI version as before the upgrade. At the very least, do Wipe Data via Recovery (press Power + Volume Up when turned on). In the future, update MIUI through Settings → About Phone → System Update, not through third-party utilities.
Fastboot comes on its own, for no reason. What's the matter?
Probable causes: 🔋 Battery problems – if it is severely worn out (capacity) < 70% of the phone can unpredictably reboot. 🔌 Faulty connector USB-C — Oxidation or mechanical damage can cause false signals. 📱 Conflict with installed Magisk modules - if you have root, try to remove the latest changes. Recommendations: Check the battery status through the AccuBattery app. Clean the connector USB If the problem occurs after root is obtained, make fastboot erase userdata.
Can I log out of Fastboot without a computer?
Yes, but only if your smartphone is responding to buttons. Try: Hold Power + Volume 10-15 seconds (forced reboot). If it doesn't work, press Power + Volume Up for 20 to 30 seconds to log into Recovery, and then select Reboot → System from there. If the phone doesn't respond to any combinations, you can't do without a computer.
After logging out of Fastboot, the phone asks for a password from Mi Account.
It's a discharge protection (FRP), It works after Wipe Data or firmware: 🔑 Enter the password from your linked Mi Account. 📧 If you don’t remember your password, restore it at account.xiaomi.com. 🚫 If your account is not yours (used phone), contact the previous owner or the service to unlock (purchase check required). FRP Xiaomi is not allowed without official data – this is a security measure.
The phone is not detected by the computer in Fastboot mode. Why?
The problem might be in: 🔌 Cable or port USB — Try another cable (preferably original) and port USB 2.0 (back-panel). 💻 Drivers – Install Google USB Driver or Mi USB Driver. 📱 Phone mode – if the screen is black, but the computer makes the connection sound, the phone may be in the dark. EDL (special firmware is required). 🔧 Settings BIOS — Turn off Fast Charge in BIOS/UEFI (If nothing helps, try another computer or laptop.