How to turn off Fastboot mode on Xiaomi: a step-by-step guide for all models

Fastboot mode on Xiaomi smartphones is a special state of the device designed to firmware, unlock the bootloader or restore the system. However, many users face a situation when the phone “hangs” in this mode: the screen displays a hare in a hat-out (Fastboot logo), and normal Android boot becomes impossible. The reasons can be different: a failed firmware, an interrupted update, accidental pressing of a combination of buttons or even a malfunction of the software.

Unlike Recovery mode, where you can try resetting your settings through menus, Fastboot requires more in-depth knowledge. It doesn't work on a touchscreen, but is managed via a PC connection or a combination of physical buttons. If you've never experienced such manipulation before, don't panic. In this article, we'll discuss 5 working ways to exit Fastboot on Xiaomi, including Redmi Note 10/11/12, POCO F3/F4/F5, Mi 11/12/13, and others. Each method is accompanied by step-by-by-step instructions, warnings about possible risks, and tips to prevent recurrences.

Why Xiaomi only loads in Fastboot: the main reasons

Before we get to the problem, it's important to understand what caused it, and here are the most common scenarios.

• 🔄 Interrupted Software Update: If, during installation, the update is MIUI Updater or Mi Flash Tool crashed (battery was drained, cable was disconnected) USB, switched off the lights, the system can get stuck in the Fastboot as a safe state.
• 🔧 Failed firmware: Trying to install custom software (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience) without unlocking the bootloader or with bugs in the firmware files often results in a brick»).
• 🎯 Accidental pressing of button combinations. On some Xiaomi models holding Volume down + Power for more than 10 seconds force the device to move to a Fastboot.This can happen if the phone is in your pocket or bag.
• 🔋 If the battery is depleted to 0% while running in Fastboot, the next time you charge the phone can automatically return to this mode.
• 🛠️ It is rare, but software errors occur when the bootloader cannot correctly transfer control to the operating system.

In most cases, the problem is solved without going to the service center, but if you tried to flash the device and see the screen saying "This device is locked" or "Flash is not allowed in locked state", you will need to unlock the bootloader through the official tool Mi Unlock Tool - this is a separate procedure that we will not touch.

⚠️ Note: If you installed unofficial firmware or modified system files before the problem occurred (for example, via Magisk or Magisk). TWRP), Trying to log out of Fastboot using standard methods can lead to data loss. In such cases, we recommend first creating a backup through the Fastboot. ADB (If the phone is determined by PC).

Method 1: Reboot via button combination (the easiest method)

If your Xiaomi got into Fastboot by accident (for example, because of button pressing), try forced reboot.This method works on 80% of devices and does not require a connection to a computer.

Instructions:

1. Hold the Power button for 20 to 30 seconds until the screen goes out. On some models (such as the POCO X3 Pro) it can take up to 40 seconds.
2. If the screen is turned off, release the button and wait 5-10 seconds. The phone should automatically restart in normal mode.
3. If the Fastboot appears again after you release the button, try the combination: Volume up + Power (hold 10-15 seconds).This can trigger Recovery mode, from where you can choose Reboot → System.

On non-removable models like the Redmi Note 10 Pro or Mi 11 Ultra, this works 90 percent of the time. If your phone doesn't respond, move on to the next method.

Method 2: Exit through ADB and Fastboot Tools (for PC)

If rebooting the buttons did not help, you will need to connect the phone to your computer and use the utilities ADB (Android Debug Bridge) and Fastboot. This method is suitable for devices that are defined by the PC in Fastboot mode (the Android Bootloader Interface should be displayed in the Device Manager).

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows, macOS or Linux.
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable (preferably from the set).
• 📥 Installed Xiaomi drivers and Google’s Platform Tools package (download here).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB. Make sure that the Android Bootloader Interface is in the Device Manager (Win + X → Device Manager).
2. Open the command line (Win + R → cmd) and go to the folder with Platform Tools (for example, cd C:\platform-tools).
3. Enter the command to check the connection: fastboot devices If the phone is determined, you will see its serial number. If not, check the drivers or cable.
4. Run the reboot command: fastboot reboot The phone should restart in normal mode.

If the fastboot reboot command doesn’t work, try an alternative:

fastboot oem reboot

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi) 9A or POCO M3) After the command fastboot reboot can open again Fastboot. In this case, try first to turn off the device command fastboot oem off, and then turn it on with the power button.

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If the fastboot device command doesn’t show your device, try reconnecting. USB-cable to another port (preferably) USB 2.0) or use an externally powered hub. Sometimes the problem is power shortages for the port.

Method 3: Using the Mi Flash Tool (for bricks)

If the first two methods didn't work, you probably had a system file crash, and the phone needs to be flashed, and you'll need the official Mi Flash Tool and the stock firmware for your model, which is even suitable for devices with a locked bootloader, but it will result in a complete data reset.

What needs to be done:

1. Download the Mi Flash Tool from Xiaomi’s official website (e.g. here).
2. Find the Fastboot ROM for your model on the Xiaomi Firmware Updater. Pay attention to the version (Global, China, EEA) – it should match your current version.
3. Unpack the firmware archive into a folder without Cyrillic characters (e.g., C:\ROM\).
4. Launch the Mi Flash Tool, press Select and specify the path to the firmware folder.
5. Connect the phone in Fastboot mode to your PC and press Refresh. the device must be determined.
6. Choose the firmware method: 🔄 Clean all – complete cleaning (recommended in case of failures). 📱 Clean all and lock - cleaning + Locking the boot loader (if it was unlocked). 🔧 Save user data – trying to save data (not always working).

Flash

Once you have the firmware, the phone will automatically restart. It can take up to 15 minutes to start up, which is normal. If the device is loaded back into Fastboot after you have firmware, repeat the process with another version of the software or check the integrity of the downloaded files.

Method 4: Battery discharge (last resort)

If none of the above methods worked and there is no computer at hand, you can try to drain the battery to 0%, which works because when the power controller is completely discharged, it resets some of the bootloader settings.

How to do this:

1. Leave the phone in Fastboot mode until the battery is fully drained.This can take anywhere from a few hours to a day, depending on the model.
2. When the screen goes out, plug in the original charger and wait 30 to 60 minutes.
3. Try to turn on the phone with the power button. In most cases, it will boot in normal mode.

⚠️ Note: This method is not recommended for devices with a severely worn-out battery (capacity below). 70%). A sharp discharge can permanently disable the battery. Also, do not use "fast" charges with more power. 18 It is better to take the standard scoring 5V/2And.

If the phone still loads into the Fastboot after it is discharged, it is likely that the problem is hardware (for example, a memory chip or bootloader is damaged), in which case a diagnosis will be required at the service center.

Method 5: Contact a service center (if nothing helps)

If all of these methods failed, your Xiaomi has probably got what’s called a “hard brick,” a condition in which the device doesn’t respond to any commands other than low-level commands, in which case self-recovery is almost impossible and requires expert intervention.

Signs of "hard brick":

• 🔌 The phone is not defined in the Mi Flash Tool or fastboot devices.
• 🖥️ There is no reaction on the screen (black screen, no vibration).
• 🔋 The battery is not charged (the indicator does not burn).
• 🔧 The computer makes the connection sound USB-devices, but drivers are not installed.

What can be done in the service:

• 🛠️ Fly through testpoints (direct connection to the board).
• 🔄 Replace the memory chip (if the eMMC is damaged or if the memory chip is damaged) UFS).
• 🔋 Diagnose the power circuit (if the problem is in the charging controller).

The cost of repair depends on the model and the cause of the breakdown. For example, firmware through test points for Redmi Note will cost 1,500-3,000 rubles, and replacing the memory chip with POCO F3 can cost up to 8000 rubles.

• 📋 Check if they have experience with Xiaomi (not all workshops are taken on Qualcomm-devices).
• 💰 Ask about the cost of the diagnosis (sometimes it is free for further repairs).
• 📦 Take a box and a check (if the phone is guaranteed).

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If the phone doesn't respond to any commands and isn't determined by the PC, DO NOT try to disassemble it yourself.Mishandling the fee can lead to a final breakdown.

How to avoid getting back into Fastboot: prevention

To avoid the problem of hanging out in Fastboot, follow these recommendations:

• 🔄 Update the software only through official channels. Use Settings → The phone. → Updating the system or MIUI Updater. avoid firmware from questionable forums.
• 🔋 Do not upgrade or flash the device if the battery is under 50%.
• 🔌 Use quality cables. Cheap cables. USB-cables can interrupt data transmission during firmware.
• 🛠️ If you start updating or firmware, don't turn off your phone or shut off the cable until it's complete.
• 🔐 Lock buttons. If your phone is in your pocket or bag, use lock-button cases or turn on Do Not Disturb mode.
• 📱 Backup. Before any manipulation of the system, save data through Settings. → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

If you are actively experimenting with firmware, we recommend:

• 🔓 Unlock the bootloader in advance through the Mi Unlock Tool (this will take 7-30 days of waiting, but will give you freedom of action).
• 📦 Install custom Recovery (for example, TWRP) to create NANDroid backups.
• 📡 Use verified firmware from forums XDA Developers or 4PDA.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi's Fastboot mode