Have you forgotten your home password and your Xiaomi phone is sticking to the old hotspot? Or has Mi Router started to glittle after updating your firmware? Wi-Fi reset is the universal solution for most network problems. But depending on the type of device (smartphone, tablet, router or smart lamp) the process is different.
In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to reset Wi-Fi on Xiaomi equipment, from the standard “forgetting the network” in the MIUI settings to hard resetting the router through the Reset button. Particular attention will be paid to the hidden features of MIUI 14/15, which allow you to reset network settings without losing application data. If your device is not connected to the network, constantly asks for a password or issues an authentication error, you will find a working solution here.
1. How to “forget” a Wi-Fi network on a Xiaomi smartphone (MIUI 12–15)
The easiest way to reset a saved Wi-Fi password is to remove the network from the connection list. This doesn't affect other phone settings, but requires re-entering the password the next time you connect.
The instructions are relevant for all Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones based on MIUI 12-15 (including Redmi Note 12 Pro+, Xiaomi 13 Ultra, POCO F5). On older versions (MIUI 11 and below), the path in the menu may vary slightly.
- 📱 Open Settings → Wi-Fi and find the network you want in the list.
- 🔍 Tap the network name (not the switch!) and hold for 1-2 seconds.
- 🗑️ In the menu that appears, select Remove Network (or Forget on English firmware).
- ✅ Confirm action, the network will disappear from the list.
If the Remove Network option is inactive (in gray), it means that the network is currently connected. First disconnect from it by clicking on the switch to the right of the name, and then repeat the steps.
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On some models (such as the Xiaomi 12T), after a long tap on the network, a menu with a button Change the network appears, which allows you not only to delete the network, but also to see the saved password (if you have superuser rights).
2. Reset all network settings (without data loss)
If Xiaomi phone is not connected to any Wi-Fi network, constantly gives out errors like IP- address not received or Authentication..., resetting only network settings will help, this will delete all stored Wi-Fi networks, Bluetooth devices and VPN, but will not affect photos, applications or accounts.
The procedure works on all devices with MIUI 13+ (including Redmi K60, Xiaomi Pad 6). On older versions (MIUI 12 and below), the path may be different - look for Resets in the About Phone section.
Give your phone a charge of at least 50% | Open Settings → About Phone → Settings Reset | Select Network Settings Reset | Enter PIN- code or pattern lock | Confirm reset and wait for reboot-->
| Action. | What's being dropped | What's left? |
|---|---|---|
| Resetting network settings | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Mobile Data (APN), VPN | Applications, photos, accounts, SMS |
| Resetting all settings | All settings + accounts (exit from Mi Account) | Files in the phone memory |
| Reset to factory | Everything, including files. | Nothing. |
⚠️ Warning: After resetting network settings, Xiaomi’s phone may temporarily lose communication with Mi Account servers. If you have two-factor authentication enabled, check backup codes in advance or disable 2FA in your account settings.
3. Hard Wi-Fi reset on Xiaomi routers (Mi Router)
If the problem is not in the phone, but in the router itself – for example, Mi Router 4A Gigabit distributes the Internet, but does not allow you to connect to your network, or Xiaomi AIoT Router AX3600 after updating the firmware “does not see” the device – you will need a reset to factory settings.
There are two ways: through the web interface (if you have access to it), and hardware reset with the Reset button, the second method is guaranteed to work even if the router is “hang” or blocked.
Method 1: Through the web interface (without losing firmware)
- 🌐 Connect to the router via cable or Wi-Fi (if possible).
- 🔗 Enter in the browser 192.168.31.1 (or miwifi.com).
- 🔑 Log in (the default login and password is usually admin).
- ⚙️ Go to Settings → Additional → Restore.
- 🔄 Press Reset and confirm.
Method 2: Hardware reset with the Reset button
If the Xiaomi router does not respond to the connection:
- 🔌 Turn on the router power.
- 📍 Find the Reset button on the back (usually recessed in the case).
- 📌 Press it with a paper clip or toothpick and hold it for 10-15 seconds until the indicators start flashing.
- 🔄 Release the button – the router will reboot with factory settings.
What to do if the router is not reset?
⚠️ Warning: Xiaomi routers with MiWiFi ROM firmware (e.g. Mi Router 4C) may need to be linked to the Mi Account that was used when you first set up after resetting. If you forget your account details, restore them in advance at account.xiaomi.com.
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4. Wi-Fi reset on Xiaomi smart devices (lamps, speakers, cameras)
Xiaomi smart devices — such as Yeelight, Mi Smart Speaker or Mi Home Security Camera — connect to Wi-Fi via the Mi Home app. If the device fell off the network or can’t connect to a new access point, it needs to be reset and configured again.
The process varies depending on the type of gadget, and below are the general instructions for the most popular devices.
Smart lamps Yeelight and Mi LED
- 💡 Put the lamp on the network.
- 🔄 Turn it off and on 5 times in a row (with intervals of ~1 second).
- 🎛️ The lamp will start flashing quickly, which means that the Wi-Fi settings are reset.
- 📱 Now you can reconnect it via Mi Home.
Smart speakers Mi Smart Speaker and Mi AI Speaker
- 🔊 Hold the Mute button for 5-7 seconds until you hear the beep.
- 🔄 The column will reboot and be ready for a new setup.
The Mi Home Security Camera
- 📹 Find the Reset button (usually hidden under the lid) on the case.
- 📌 Hold it for 10 seconds until the indicator flashes yellow.
- 🔊 The camera will issue a voice message about the reset.
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Once you reset your smart device, you’ll have to re-add it to the Mi Home app and set up automation (if any) to take screenshots of your settings in advance or export your scripts to the cloud.
5. Reset Wi-Fi via Recovery and Fastboot modes (for advanced)
If Xiaomi’s smartphone doesn’t load or is “obsessed” with the MI logo, but you need to reset your network settings, you can use Restore Modes.This method is suitable for devices with unlocked bootloader or root rights.
We warn you that the wrong actions in Recovery or Fastboot can lead to complete loss of data or “bricking” the phone. If you are not sure of your skills, you should contact the service center.
Method 1: Through Standard Recovery
- 🔄 Turn off the phone, then press the Power button + Volume up until the Mi Recovery logo appears.
- 📱 Select a language (if you have a choice) and go to Wipe & Reset.
- 🔧 Select Wipe Network Settings (on some firmwares — Wipe Data → Wipe Network).
- ✅ Confirm the action and wait for the completion.
Method 2: Fastboot (for unlocked devices)
If you have a TWRP installed or unlocked the bootloader, you can use the command:
fastboot erase modemst1
fastboot erase modemst2This command will reset the modem settings, including Wi-Fi and mobile networks. After execution, be sure to restart the phone:
fastboot reboot⚠️ Warning: On devices with MIUI 14+ and closed-loop boot (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Pro), trying to use Fastboot to reset settings can result in your Mi Account being blocked. Before experimenting, check the bootloader status in Settings → About Phone → Version MIUI (tap 7 times on the Core line).
6. Frequent Errors After Wi-Fi Reset and How to Fix Them
Even after a successful reset, Xiaomi devices may not behave properly, and here are the most common problems and solutions:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The phone can't find Wi-Fi networks | Wi-Fi adapter is disabled or settings of the region are lost | Go to Settings → Wi-Fi → More → Region and select your country |
| Constantly asking for a password | Encryption incompatibility (e.g. WPA3 on an old router) | In router settings, change the security type to WPA2-PSK |
| No Internet access when connected | No IP- address received (DHCP is not working) | Manually set IP to Wi-Fi settings → Change the network → More |
| Router doesn't give away Wi-Fi after reset | No channel or signal power is configured | In the router web interface, check the settings of 2.4 GHz/5 GHz and select the automatic channel. |
If after resetting the router Xiaomi stopped giving out the Internet, check:
- 🔌 Connecting the cable from the provider (the WAN indicator must be on).
- 📶 Operating mode (should be a router, not an access point).
- 🔑 The correctness of the password entered by the provider (PPPoE, L2TP, etc.).
7.How to Avoid Wi-Fi Issues on Xiaomi in the Future
To avoid having to reset your settings regularly, follow these tips:
- 🔄 Regularly update the firmware of the router and smartphone (in MIUI check for updates in Settings → About Phone → System Update).
- 🔒 Use strong Wi-Fi passwords (at least 8 characters with numbers and letters). Avoid simple combinations like 12345678.
- 📡 For Xiaomi routers, turn off the Smart Connect feature (autoswitching between 2.4 and 5 GHz) if you have older devices - it often causes problems.
- 📱 On your smartphone, turn off the Autoconnect to open networks function in your Wi-Fi settings.
- 🔌 Use uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) for the router to avoid failures when the power is out.
If you have multiple Xiaomi devices (smartphone, router, smart gadgets), set them up in the same ecosystem via Mi Home, which will simplify network management and automation, for example, you can create a script that will automatically restart the router on a schedule (once a week) to avoid hanging out.
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Back up your Xiaomi router settings via the web interface (Settings → Additional → Backup/Restore) to quickly restore all settings after reset.