Xiaomi Rabbit in Fastboot mode: how to turn off the device without consequences

Why Xiaomi’s smartphone is getting stuck in Fastboot mode and what to do about it

You turned on a Xiaomi smartphone, and instead of your desktop, you saw a black screen with a green android robot and the words Fastboot? It's not a breakdown, but a service mode that is used to firmware, unlock the bootloader or restore the system. However, many users face a situation where the device "gets stuck" in this state - the screen does not respond to buttons, and the reboot leads back to the same "rabbit".

The reasons for getting into Fastboot can be different: from accidentally pressing the button combination (Loudness down + Power) to crashing when updating software. The main thing is not to panic. In 90% of cases, the problem is solved without contacting the service center. In this article, we will analyze all the working ways to exit Fastboot for Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones, including the models of 2026, and also explain why some methods may not work on new devices with a boot boot lock.

Before you start taking action, check:

• 🔋 Battery level (should be at least 30%, otherwise you risk getting a brick»)
• 🔌 Availability of original USB-cable (for methods with connection to a PC)
• 🖥️ Installed MiFlash drivers or ADB (If you plan to use a PC)

Method 1: Forced reset (the simplest method)

If your Xiaomi just hangs out in Fastboot mode after accidentally pressing buttons, try the standard reboot.This method works on 70% of devices and does not require a connection to a computer.

Instructions:

1. Press the power button for 10-15 seconds.
2. If the screen is gone, release the button and wait for the vibration (the start signal).
3. If the screen is black, repeat the action by holding the button for up to 20 seconds.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi Note 12 Pro)+ Xiaomi 13 Ultra) long-term retention of the power button can cause an emergency shutdown. If the device does not turn on after that, plug it into charging for 10 minutes, then try again.

If the forced reboot didn't work, move on to the next method.Your device is probably in the Fastboot due to a system failure and a deeper intervention is required.

Method 2: Exit from the Recovery Menu (without data loss)

If a simple reboot doesn’t work, try entering Recovery mode, an alternative recovery menu from which to safely restart your smartphone, which is suitable for devices with an unlocked bootloader and does not result in resetting.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the device (hold power until vibration).
2. Press the Power + Volume combination up and hold for 5-7 seconds.
3. When the Mi logo appears, release the buttons – you will be taken to the Recovery menu.
4. Use volume buttons to navigate and select Reboot → System.

⚠️ Note: If the device returns to Fastboot after selecting Reboot to System, this indicates that the system files are damaged. In this case, you will need to flash through MiFlash or Fastboot commands (see Method 4).

Method 3: Use ADB-Teams (for advanced users)

If standard methods don’t work and you have a computer on hand, you can log out of Fastboot using ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires installing Google’s Mi Unlock Tool or Platform Tools, but avoids data resetting.

Instructions:

1. Download and install Platform Tools (the official tool from Google).
2. Connect your smartphone to your PC through USB-cable (preferably original).
3. Open the command line (cmd) in the folder with the platform-tools.
4. Enter the command to check the connection: fastboot devices If the device is determined (serial number will appear), type: fastboot reboot

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

fastboot oem reboot-recovery

This command will restart the device in Recovery, from where you can select the normal boot.

1. Reconnect. USB-cable to another port (preferably) USB 2.0).

2. Install MiFlash drivers manually through Device Manager.

3. disable driver signatures in Windows (for older OS versions).-->

⚠️ Note: On devices with a locked bootloader (e.g. Xiaomi) 13T or Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed, the fastboot oem commands may not work, in which case you will need to officially unlock through the Mi Unlock Tool, which leads to a data reset.

Method 4: Flashing through MiFlash (extreme case)

If none of the previous methods worked, the last option is to completely flash the device through MiFlash, which is guaranteed to bring the smartphone back to life, but will lead to the loss of all data (if there was no backup).

What will be required:

• 🖥️ Windows computer 10/11
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable (preferably from the set)
• 📥 Fastboot firmware ROM For your model (download from the official website of Xiaomi)
• 🛠️ MiFlash (last version)

Step-by-step:

1. Unpack the firmware archive into a folder without Cyrillic characters (e.g., C:\Xiaomi\ROM).
2. Install MiFlash and run the program on behalf of the administrator.
3. Connect the off smartphone to the PC, holding Volume down + Power (the Fastboot “rabbit” should appear).
4. In MiFlash, click Select and specify the path to the firmware folder.
5. Select Clean All mode and press Flash.
6. Wait for the process to complete (5-10 minutes) and automatically restart.

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Flashing through MiFlash deletes all data, including photos, contacts and apps. If your device had important files, try extracting them first through ADB (if your smartphone is identified in Fastboot).

⚠️ Note: New Xiaomi models (released after 2022) may require you to log in to your Mi Account before you run the firmware. If you forget your login details, restore them in advance at account.xiaomi.com.

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

If all of these methods have failed, the problem is likely to be a hardware failure:

• 🔧 Damage to the charging connector/USB (device is not defined by the PC)
• 🔋 Failure of the power controller (smartphone does not turn on even after firmware)
• 💾 Flash memory damage (cyclical reboot in Fastboot)

In such cases, self-repair is fraught with final breakdown. Contact the authorized service center Xiaomi - addresses can be found on the website mi.com/global/service. The average cost of diagnosis is 500-1000 rubles, repair costs 1500-5000 rubles depending on the malfunction.

Before the service visit:

• 📋 Write it down. IMEI Devices (on a box or under a battery).
• 🔐 Remember the data from your Mi Account (if linked to your device).
• 📸 Take a picture of the purchase check (if the warranty is still valid).

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If the warranty on the device has expired, try to find independent workshops with good reviews before visiting the service. Sometimes repairs from "unofficial" specialists are cheaper, but the risk of using non-original parts is higher.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Many users compound the problem by trying to exit Fastboot using the wrong methods, and here are the most common errors and their consequences:

If you are not sure about your actions, it is better to spend time studying the instructions or seek help from experienced users on forums (for example, 4PDA or Xiaomi EU).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions