How to turn off Fastboot on Xiaomi Redmi: 5 proven ways

Fastboot mode on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones is a service state that is used to firmware, unlock the bootloader or restore the system. However, many users face a situation where the phone “stuck” in this mode after a failed update, resetting or experimenting with custom firmware. Unlike a conventional shutdown, exiting the Fastboot requires special actions – just holding the power button here is not enough.

In this article, we’ll break down all the current ways to turn off Fastboot on Redmi (including Note 10/11/12, Redmi 9/10 and others), and explain why your smartphone might freeze in this mode. It’s important to understand that doing the wrong thing can lead to a device “bricking” – so follow the instructions carefully, especially if you have an unlocked bootloader or an unofficial firmware installed.

What is Fastboot and why is the phone hanging in it?

Fastboot Mode (not to be confused with Recovery!) is a low-level interface for interacting with the Xiaomi bootloader.

• 🔄 Forced – through a combination of buttons (Food) + Loudness down).
• ⚙️ Automatically – if the system cannot boot (the boot partition is damaged).
• 📱 After the adb reboot bootloader command or firmware error.
• 🔓 When unlocking the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool.

If the Redmi smartphone is stuck in the Fastboot and does not respond to buttons, the reasons may be as follows:

• 🚫 Damaged firmware (for example, after an interrupted update) MIUI).
• 🔌 Faulty battery or power controller (phone cannot shut down completely).
• 🔓 Unlocked bootloader with incorrect fastboot settings.
• 📱 Hardware failure (for example, stuck button Volume down).

⚠️ Note: If the screen is lit with a sign FASTBOOT MODE With a rabbit in a hat, it's not a mistake, because Xiaomi signals normal mode, and the problem is when the phone can't get out of it on its own.

Before you try to turn off Fastboot, check:

1. Is the phone connected to charging (sometimes a discharged battery blocks the output).
2. There is no physical damage to the buttons or USB-C connector.
3. Have you recently installed software from third-party developers?

Method 1: Standard switching off via buttons

If the smartphone responds to physical buttons, try a soft reset:

1. Hold the power button for 10-15 seconds.
2. If the screen is gone, but after a few seconds FASTBOOT appeared again, repeat the action 2-3 times.
3. If the phone vibrates but doesn’t turn off, move on to the next method.

Some Redmi models (such as the Note 10 Pro or Redmi K40) have a combination of:

Hold the "Power" + "Loud up" buttons for 20 seconds.

⚠️ Note: On devices with the bootloader unlocked, long button retention can cause resets. If you have important data, it is better to use the method of using the keyboard. ADB (see below).

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

If the phone doesn’t respond to buttons, plug it into your computer and use the official Mi Flash Tool.This method is suitable for devices with a locked or unlocked bootloader, but requires Xiaomi drivers installed.

Step-by-step:

1. Download the Mi Flash Tool and install the drivers (complete with the program).
2. Connect Redmi to your PC via USB (use the original cable!).
3. Run the Mi Flash Tool and press Refresh – the device must be determined as COM-port.
4. Select Advanced → Reboot to System (if the option is active).
5. If the phone doesn’t respond, try to reflash it through Clean All (this will delete all data!).

If the Mi Flash Tool does not see the device:

• 🔌 Try another one. USB-port (preferably) USB 2.0).
• 🖥️ Reinstall drivers manually through Device Manager.
• 📱 Check the cable – cheap cables often don’t transmit data.

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If the Mi Flash Tool gives an error of 0x80004005, try running the program on behalf of the administrator or disabling the antivirus.

Method 3: ADB commands for power users

If you have access to the Android Debug Bridge (ADB), you can exit the Fastboot via the command line, which requires USB debugging enabled (if activated before the crash).

Instructions:

1. Install ADB and Fastboot Tools.
2. Connect Redmi to your PC and open Command Prompt in the adb folder.
3. Enter the command: adb devices If the device is defined, execute: adb reboot
4. If Adb can’t see the phone, try fastboot reboot.

If the commands don't work, check:

• 🔌 Correct connection (USB-Debugging must be enabled before failure).
• 🖥️ Administrator rights in CMD.
• 📱 bootloader status (on locked devices fastboot reboot may not work).

⚠️ Warning: The fastboot oem unlock command on the locked bootloader will result in a reset of all data.

Method 4: Hard Reset (Hard Reset)

If the phone doesn't respond to the buttons or the PC connection, it's left with a hardware reset, which will delete all the data, but return the device to working condition.

How to make a Hard Reset on Redmi:

1. Turn off the phone (hold power until vibration).
2. Hold the combination: Power + Volume up until the Mi logo and Recovery menu appear.
3. In the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (manage by volume buttons, confirm by power button).
4. After reset, select Reboot → Reboot to System.

If the Recovery menu does not appear:

• 🔄 Try another combination: Nutrition + Loudness up + Loudness down (on some models).
• 📵 Make sure the battery is charged (at least 20%).
• 🔌 Connect the charger and try again.

⚠️ Note: On devices with a locked bootloader (Redmi out of the box), a reset via Recovery may require you to enter a password from Mi-account. If you don't remember it, you will have to unlock the bootloader officially.

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Hard Reset is the last chance to bring the phone back to life without firmware, and if it doesn't work, all you have to do is flash it through the Mi Flash Tool or go to the service center.

Method 5: Hardware manipulation (if nothing helps)

If the software methods did not work, the problem may be in the hardware:

• 🔋 Power reset: Turn off the battery for 10-15 minutes (on removable battery models) and it's harder to do this on non-removable batteries, you'll need to disassemble.
• 🔌 Button check: Sticking the button Loudness down can constantly send the phone to Fastboot. Carefully move the button or blow the connector with compressed air.
• 🔄 Testpoint flashing: Service centers use special contacts on the board for forced firmware!

If you are not sure of your skills, it is better to contact an authorized Xiaomi service. The cost of diagnosis usually does not exceed 500-1000 rubles, and independent manipulation of the board can lead to a complete failure of the device.

Signs of hardware malfunction:

• The phone is heated even when it is turned off.
• Fastboot appears immediately after charging.
• Buttons do not work or work on their own.

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Before disassembling the phone, take a picture of the location of all the plumes and screws. Redmi often uses screws of different lengths - it is easy to confuse them!

What to do after leaving Fastboot?

If you manage to turn off Fastboot, follow a few steps to prevent repeated crashes:

1. Update your firmware: Go to Settings → About Phone → System Update and install the latest version of MIUI.

How to avoid getting back into Fastboot:

• 🚫 Don’t interrupt the update process. MIUI (even if it goes too long).
• 🔒 Do not install firmware from third-party developers without a backup.
• 🔋 Keep an eye on battery power (below 15% risk of failure increases).
• 📱 Create backups regularly through Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Fastboot on Xiaomi Redmi