How to urgently reboot Xiaomi Redmi 9: all the ways from simple to complex

Xiaomi Redmi 9 is one of the most popular budget smartphones, but even it is not immune to sudden freezes. The screen does not respond to touch, buttons do not work, and the phone has turned into a “brick”? Don’t panic – in 90% of cases, the problem can be solved independently without going to the service center.

In this article, we will look at all possible ways to reboot emergency, from basic (button combination) to advanced (through fastboot or ADB). Particular attention will be paid to methods that work even with a fully discharged battery or a damaged screen. Each method is tested on Redmi 9 with original and custom firmware, so you will definitely find a solution for your situation.

1. Classic Forced Reboot: A Button Combination

The most versatile method that works on any Xiaomi — even if the screen does not respond, and the phone “hangs tightly” — is suitable for all versions of Redmi 9: Redmi 9A, 9C, 9T and the standard version.

Instructions:

• 🔄 Press the power button and the volume button at the same time.
• ⏱️ Hold them for 10-15 seconds (until the Mi logo appears or vibrates).
• 📱 When you restart, release the buttons. If the screen is still black, try again.

⚠️ Note: On Redmi 9 with non-original firmware, this combination can trigger the fastboot menu instead of rebooting. In this case, select Reboot system now using volume buttons and confirm the choice of the power button.

Try to press the buttons harder - sometimes contacts oxidize

Use the second finger to press evenly.

If the power button is broken, go to the charging method (Section 3)

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2.Reboot via Recovery menu (if the screen is partially working)

If the smartphone responds to touch, but “brakes” or does not reboot in the standard way, you can use the built-in recovery menu – Recovery Mode. This method saves all data and does not require a connection to the PC.

How to log in to Recovery:

1. Turn off the phone (if it doesn’t respond, use the method in Section 1).
2. Press the power button and the volume button.
3. Release the buttons when the Mi logo and menu with the Android robot appear.

On the Recovery menu:

• 🔍 Select Reboot system now (use volume buttons for navigation).
• ✅ Confirm the choice of the power button.
• 🔄 If the phone freezes again, repeat the process, but select Wipe cache partition (does not delete data!).

⚠️ Warning: Don't choose Wipe data/factory reset, which will result in a complete reset! This item is only needed if the phone doesn't load at all (see section below). 5).

3. Reboot when the battery is discharged or the screen is damaged

One of the most frustrating things is that the phone is dead and doesn't respond to charging, or the screen crashes and doesn't show the image, and in such cases, forced recharging and then rebooting will help.

Algorithm of action:

1. Connect Redmi 9 to the original charger (or Quick Charge 3.0 support).
2. Wait 15-20 minutes – even if the indicator does not burn, the battery can gradually charge.
3. After recharging, try the standard reboot (Section 1).

If the screen is broken, but the phone makes sounds or vibrates:

• 🔊 Connect headphones – sound signals can determine whether the smartphone is turned on.
• 📶 Try calling your phone from another device – if it’s a beep, the system works.
• 🔄 Use the button combination to reboot (Section 1) even if you can’t see the screen.

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4.Reboot via Fastboot (for advanced users)

If the phone only loads in fastboot mode (a black screen with a rabbit and the inscription FASTBOOT), you will need a PC with installed Xiaomi drivers and the tool fastboot. This method does not delete data, but requires accuracy.

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install the Mi Unlock Tool (drivers included).
2. Connect Redmi 9 to your PC via USB-cable.
3. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with fastboot.
4. Enter the command to check the connection: fastboot devices If the device is determined (the serial number will appear) - continue.
5. Reboot: Fastboot reboot

⚠️ Warning: If the phone returns to fastboot after the fastboot reboot command, it is a sign of a damaged bootloader).

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If your PC can’t see your phone in fastboot, try another one. USB-cable (preferably original) or port USB 2.0 (they work better with the ADB).

5.Extreme measure: reset to factory settings (Hard Reset)

If all the previous methods didn't work, and the phone doesn't boot at all (cyclical reboot, perpetual stuck on the logo), all that remains is a complete reset, which will delete all the data, but bring the smartphone back to life.

How to make Hard Reset on Redmi 9:

1. Enter Recovery Mode (Power button + Volume up).
2. Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data.
3. Confirm the action (you will need to enter a password if it was set).
4. After reset, select Reboot system now.

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi 9 firmware may require a link to your Mi Account after a reset. If you forget your username/password, restore them in advance at account.xiaomi.com.

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Hard Reset is a last resort. Before resetting, try connecting your phone to your PC and copy the data via ADB pull (if the system is responsive at all).

6.Reboot through ADB (if USB-debugging was included)

If Redmi 9 has been activated before USB-debugging (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 taps by assembly number → For developers → Debugging by USB), You can restart it through ADB even when getting stuck.

Instructions:

1. Connect the phone to the PC.
2. Open the command line and check the connection: Adb devices
3. If the device is determined, follow the command: adb reboot
4. For forced reboot (if the usual one doesn't work): adb shell reboot -p

If ADB does not see the device:

• 🔌 Try another one. USB-cable.
• 🔄 Reinstall Xiaomi drivers on PC.
• 📱 Check if the debugging is disabled in the settings (if the phone reacts at least somehow).

Frequent Causes of Redmi 9 Hazes and How to Avoid Them

Emergency reset is an ambulance, but it's better to prevent the problem.Here's the top-5 The reasons why Redmi 9 may freeze:

1. Overheating of the processor, especially when playing games or charging. Solution: Use vented cases and don't load the phone while charging.
2. Memory Lack – Redmi 9 has only 2–4 GB of RAM. Solution: Close background apps and clear cache (Settings → Apps → Clear cache).
3. Damaged firmware after the update. Solution: roll back to the previous version via Recovery.
4. Application conflict. Solution: Remove newly installed programs.
5. Hardware problems (damaged motherboard, battery) Solution: diagnostics at the service center.

⚠️ Warning: If freezes occur regularly (once every 1-2 days), this may be a sign of wear and tear on flash memory. AIDA64 (storage → State of health).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions