How to connect a Xiaomi TV to Wi-Fi: 5 proven ways + error solving

Connecting Xiaomi TV to wireless network is the first step to unlocking all the features of smart TV: from streaming 4K-You can use the video to control your voice using Alice or Google Assistant. 2026 In the year of the year, users are faced with problems: TV can't see the network, constantly asks for a password or makes an error "Connection failed", the reasons lie not only in the settings of the router, but also in the firmware of the TV - especially on Mi models. TV 4A/4S 2018-2020 release.

In this article, you will find the most current ways to connect (including hidden features like WPS and Mi Home), a router compatibility table, and solutions for the 7 most common errors. If your Xiaomi TV is already connected to the network but slows down, at the end there is a bonus section on speed optimization.

Note: the instruction is universal for all Xiaomi lines - from the budget Redmi TV A Series to the flagship Mi TV Q2 75. Except for the models for the Chinese market (with CN firmware), where you may need to change the region.

1.Preparation: What to check before connecting

Before you go into your TV settings, make sure the problem is not on the router side. 50% of connection errors are due to the wrong network configuration, not the TV.

• 📶 Wi-Fi frequency: Xiaomi TVs only support 2.4GHz (excluding 2023 models)+ The year with Wi-Fi 6, which also runs at 5GHz, ensure that the router broadcasts the network in the correct range.
• 🔒 Type of encryption: Must be WPA2-PSK (AES). WPA3 and TKIP If your router is new, turn on compatibility mode. WPA2/WPA3.
• 📡 Signal power: The TV must be no further than 10 meters from the router, concrete walls or metal partitions can block the signal.
• 🔄 Wi-Fi channel: Automatic channel selection (Auto) sometimes leads to interference. Manually set channel 1, 6 or 11 - they are the least loaded.

If you use a mesh system (such as Xiaomi Mi Mesh or TP-Link Deco), temporarily turn off additional nodes – connect the TV directly to the main router.

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware MIUI TV 3.0 and below (released until 2021) may not support modern security standards. WPA2-PSK, Update your TV firmware or change your router.

2. Method 1: Standard connection via the settings menu

This is the basic method that works on all Xiaomi models. the interface may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI TV, but the general logic is maintained.

1. Turn on the TV and press the Settings button on the remote.
2. Go to the section Network and Internet → Wi-Fi.
3. From the list of available networks, select yours. If you don't have a network, click Update (round arrow in the upper right corner).
4. Enter your password with your on-screen keyboard. Use the remote with a microphone (Google Assistant button) to dictate your password with your voice.
5. Confirm the connection. In 10-20 seconds, a Wi-Fi icon with a tick will appear in the upper right corner.

If the TV requests the password again or gives an error "I failed to connect", try:

• 🔄 Restart the router (pull the plug out of the socket for 30 seconds).
• 📱 Connect to the same network smartphone – if it does not connect, the problem in the router.
• 🔑 Make sure you enter the password in the correct layout.

Make sure the router is on and distributing Wi-Fi|

Check that the TV is in the network area |

Disable VPN on the router (if used)|

Restart the TV (power button for 10 seconds)-->

3. Method 2: Connect via WPS (without entering a password)

WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) allows you to connect your TV to the network without entering a password — just press a button on the router. This is convenient if you have a long complex password or problems with the on-screen keyboard.

Working conditions for WPS:

• ✅ The router must support WPS (most of the TP-Link models, ASUS, Xiaomi supports).
• ✅ The function must be enabled in the router settings (usually active by default).
• ❌ Does not work with networks where it is disabled DHCP (hand-appointment IP).

Instructions:

1. On the TV, go to Settings → Network and Internet → Wi-Fi → Additional → WPS.
2. Click Connect via WPS. A timer will appear for 2 minutes.
3. During these 2 minutes press the button WPS on a router (usually signed or flashing). Some routers need to press the button on the router. 3-5 seconds.
4. Wait for the message "Connected" on the TV screen.

⚠️ Note: If after pressing WPS The TV gives an error "Can not connect", check: the router is turned on WPS (in the router web interface, section Wireless mode → WPS). The router is not in "Only 5 GHz" mode" — WPS It only works at 2.4 GHz.

Method 3: Connect via the Mi Home app (for smart TVs)

If your Xiaomi TV supports the Mi Home ecosystem (e.g. Mi TV Q1E, Redmi Smart TV X), it can be connected to Wi-Fi via your smartphone, which is handy if your on-screen TV keyboard is not working or you have lost your remote.

Requirements:

• 📱 Android or iOS smartphone with Mi Home app installed (download to Google Play or App Store).
• 🔗 The TV and smartphone must be connected to the same network (for example, via a mobile hotspot).

Step-by-step:

1. Open Mi Home and sign in with your Xiaomi account.
2. Press + → Add the device → TV.
3. Choose your TV model from the list. If you don't have one, choose Another device → Mi TV.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen. The app will suggest connecting to the TV's temporary network (the name will be XIAOMI-TV-XXXXX type).
5. Once connected, select your home Wi-Fi network and enter your password on your smartphone (not on TV!).
6. Wait for the connection confirmation. The TV will automatically restart.

If the TV is not displayed in Mi Home, check that the TV is on Smart Home mode (Settings → Smart Home → Connecting to Mi Home). Some models require manual activation of the "Allow Control via Mi Home" option.

5. Method 4: Connect via Ethernet (if Wi-Fi is not working)

If all attempts to connect over Wi-Fi fail, a temporary solution is wired connection over Ethernet, which is also useful for diagnosis: if the TV is running through a cable but not connecting over Wi-Fi, the problem is precisely in the wireless module.

What you need:

• 🔌 Ethernet cable (twisted pair, category) 5e higher).
• 📡 Free port LAN router.

How to connect:

1. One end of the cable is inserted into the LAN port on the router, the other into the Ethernet connector on the TV (usually located on the back).
2. On the TV, go to Settings → Network and Internet → Wired network.
3. Choose. DHCP (automatic IP). If the internet is not working, try manually prescribing it. IP-address (e.g. 192.168.1.100), gateway (192.168.1.1) and DNS (8.8.8.8).

If after connecting the cable, the TV says "Network is not connected":

• 🔄 Restart router and TV.
• 🔧 Check what's on the router. DHCP-server (in router settings, section) LAN).
• 🔌 Try another cable or port on the router.

6. Solving common connection errors

Even after setting the right setup, Xiaomi TVs can still produce errors, and here are 7 common problems and solutions:

• 🚫 "Unable to connect to the network": Restart router and TV. Check that the password is free of Cyrillic characters or spaces. Turn off the router's "Customer Isolation" (if you have any).
• 🔍 "Network not found" (although other devices see): Make sure the TV searches for networks in the correct range (2.4 GHz). SSID" (If the network is hidden, try manually adding the network: → Wi-Fi → Add the network manually.
• 🔄 "Receipt IP-Addresses" (hang at this stage): In the router settings, increase the pool DHCP (for example, 192.168.1.100-200 before 192.168.1.100-250). Manually write it on the TV. IP-address (e.g, 192.168.1.250).

If none of these methods worked, reset the network settings on the TV:

1. Go to Settings → System → Reset and Recovery.
2. Select Reset Network Settings.
3. Confirm the action. The TV will reboot.

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If Xiaomi TV after connecting to Wi-Fi constantly loses connection, try in the router settings to reduce the MTU to 1400 (WAN section or the Internet), this helps in conflicts with some providers (for example, Rostelecom).

7. Optimizing Wi-Fi Speed on Xiaomi TV

Even if the TV is connected to the network, the speed may not be enough to watch. 4K-Video or online games. Here's how to improve connectivity:

• 📶 Change the Wi-Fi channel: Select the channel in the router settings 1, 6 or 11 for 2.4 GHz 36-48 for 5 GHz (if supported) Use the Wi-Fi Analyzer (Android) app to analyze congestion.
• 🔗 Turn on the mode. 802.11n/ac: In the router settings, set the mode 802.11n (for 2.4 GHz 802.11ac (for 5 GHz. Avoid outdated 802.11b/g.
• 📡 Use a signal repeater: If the router is far away, set a repeater (Xiaomi Mi Wi-Fi Repeater) or mesh node closer to the TV.
• 🔧 Turn off Wi-Fi power savings: On some Xiaomi models, in the developer settings (Settings) → On TV. → POS version → 7 times press) you can turn off the option "Saving Wi-Fi energy".

To check the speed, use the built-in test in Settings → Network and Internet → Speed Test. Optimal values:

• For Full HD: at least 15 Mbps.
• For 4K HDR: at least 25 Mbps.
• For online gaming: ping below 50ms.

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If Xiaomi TV supports Wi-Fi 6 (models 2023+), but the speed is low, upgrade the router firmware.Many low-cost routers require an upgrade to fully support the 802.11ax standard.

8. Frequent Questions (FAQ)