How to turn off Fastboot on Xiaomi without a working power button: all ways of 2026

Fastboot mode on Xiaomi smartphones is a utility tool for firmware, unlocking the bootloader or restoring the system. However, if your device is stuck in this mode and the Power button does not work, you can not exit it in the standard way (holding the button), a situation that often occurs after a failed update, resetting, or mechanically damaging the key.

In this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to disable Fastboot on Xiaomi without using the power button, including methods using ADB, Mi Flash Tool, charger, and even hardware reset via testpoints. Each method is illustrated with screenshots and warnings about possible risks. If your Redmi, POCO or Mi is “hanging” on the screen with a bunny and the words FASTBOOT, you are in the right place.

Before you start, make sure you have:

✅ USB-cable (preferably original from Xiaomi),

✅ computer Windows/macOS/Linux,

✅ Internet access for downloading drivers and utilities.

Attention:

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1. Method: Exit from Fastboot via ADB (no power button)

Android Debug Bridge (ADB) tool allows you to control your smartphone via the command line of your computer. If your Xiaomi has previously enabled USB debugging, this method will work with a 90% probability.

What you need:

🔹 Computer with installed Xiaomi drivers (you can download on the official website),

🔹 Utility. ADB (is part of Android SDK Platform-Tools),

🔹 Original. USB-cable (low-quality cables may not transmit data).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect your smartphone to your computer via USB.
2. Open the command line (Win + R → enter cmd → Enter).
3. Go to the folder with ADB (for example, cd C:\platform-tools).
4. Enter the command: adb devices If the device is determined (the serial number will appear), move to the next step. If not, check the driver or cable.
5. Run the reboot command: adb reboot If the smartphone reboots to normal mode, the problem is solved. If not, try adb reboot recovery (this will put the device in Recovery mode, where you can try resetting the settings).

What if the ADB can’t see the device?

🔸 Make sure the debugging is done USB It was included before it hit Fastboot.

🔸 Try another one. USB-port (preferably) USB 2.0 on the back of the PC).

🔸 Reinstall the driver manually through Device Manager (select Mi) ADB Interface).

2. Method: Use of Mi Flash Tool (for firmware)

If ADB didn’t help, and the smartphone is still hanging on the FASTBOOT screen, you can try reflashing the device through the official Mi Flash Tool utility.This method is suitable for Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models, but requires:

• 🔧 Unlocked bootloader (if not previously unlocked – the method will not work).
• 🔧 Firmware file (.tgz or.zip) for your model (download on Xiaomi Firmware Updater).
• 🔧 Qualcomm drivers installed (for most Xiaomi models).

Firmware instructions:

1. Download and install the Mi Flash Tool.
2. Unpack the archive with firmware in a folder without Cyrillic characters (for example, C:\Xiaomi_Firmware).
3. Launch the Mi Flash Tool, press Select and specify the path to the firmware folder.
4. Connect your smartphone in Fastboot mode to your computer.
5. In the program, press Refresh – a device (e.g., COM3) should appear.
6. Select firmware mode: Clean all - complete cleaning (data will be deleted); Clean all and lock - cleaning + lock bootloader (not recommended if not sure); Save user data - data storage (does not work on all firmware).

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⚠️ Note: Firmware via the Mi Flash Tool will reset all data on the smartphone, including photos, contacts and applications. If the device was enabled backups of the Mi Cloud, you can restore data after flashing.

Method 3: Hardware reset via testpoints (for power users)

If the software methods didn’t work and the Power button didn’t work, it leaves the hardware reset via the special contacts on the motherboard (testpoints), which requires a smartphone to be disassembled and is only suitable for users with experience in electronics repair.

What you need:

🔧 Plastic blade for opening the body,

🔧 Multimeter (to check contacts),

🔧 Thin metal object (clip, tweezers).

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the smartphone from charging and take it out SIM-map.
2. Remove the back cover (heating the edges with a hairdryer or using a suction cup).
3. Disconnect the battery (disconnect the power plume).
4. Find the testpoints, which are two contacts signed as GND and CLK (or TEST) and their location depends on the model: Where to look for testpoints on popular models?Redmi Note 8/9: next to the battery connector, two gold contacts.POCO X3: under the metal screen, next to the processor.Mi 10/11: on the back of the board, next to the camera.
5. Close the contacts with a metal object for 5-10 seconds.
6. Connect the battery and turn on the smartphone (if the Power button is completely broken, use the charger).

⚠️ Warning: Incorrectly closing testpoints can cause damage to the motherboard or complete failure of the device.If you are not sure of your skills, contact the service center.

Method: Exit through the charger (for some models)

Some Xiaomi smartphones (e.g. Redmi 4X, Redmi 5A, Mi A1/A2) support automatic exit from the Fastboot when connected to a charger with a specific sequence of actions. This method does not work on all devices, but it is worth trying if other methods are not available.

Instructions:

1. Disconnect the smartphone from the computer (if it was connected).
2. Connect the original Xiaomi charger (at least 10W power).
3. Hold the Volume Down button for 30 seconds.
4. If the screen goes out and the MI logo appears, release the button. The smartphone should boot in normal mode.

How to enter EDL through Testpoints:

1. Disassemble the smartphone (as in Section 3).
2. Find EDL contacts (usually signed or located near the GND).
3. Close them for 5-7 seconds when connected USB-cable.
4. The new port (Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008) must be identified on the computer.

After entering the EDL, you can flash your smartphone using:

• 📱 MiFlashPro (for official firmware),
• 📱 QFil (for custom firmware),
• 📱 UFED (repair IMEI).

⚠️ Attention: Regime EDL It gives you full access to the memory of the device. Incorrect actions (for example, firmware of the wrong version of software) can lead to a blink (complete failure) of the smartphone.

6. What should I do if nothing helps?

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

1. Contact the Xiaomi Service Center. 🔹 Official centers can restore the smartphone even with a damaged Power button. 🔹 Cost of repair: from 1,500 to 5 000 rubles (depending on the model and problem).
2. Replace the switching button. 🔹 If the cause is mechanical failure, replacing the button will cost 800-2000 rubles. 🔹 On AliExpress you can order the original button (for example, for Redmi Note 10 - link).
3. Sell for spare parts. 🔹 If the smartphone is not recoverable, it can be sold profitably through Avito or Yula as a display / battery donor.

How to avoid getting into Fastboot in the future?

🔸 Do not interrupt the firmware update process.

🔸 Do not use unofficial firmware without unlocking the bootloader.

🔸 Regularly back up your files via Mi Cloud or Google Drive.

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If your smartphone is stuck in the Fastboot because of a broken power button, try software methods first (ADB, Mi Flash Tool. Hardware methods (testpoints, EDL) They require experience and can lead to breakdown.

FAQ: Frequent questions about leaving Fastboot on Xiaomi