How to change Wi-Fi on a Xiaomi camera: 3 working ways (2026)

Why Change Your Wi-Fi Network on Xiaomi Camera and When You Need It

Xiaomi cameras are some of the most popular smart home devices, but they depend on a stable Internet connection. A Wi-Fi change can be required in several cases: you moved to a new apartment, changed your router, or your old password was lost. Without the right setup, the camera will stop transmitting videos, sending notifications and responding to commands through the Mi Home app.

It’s important to understand that the process of changing the network is different from the usual connection of a new device. If the camera has already been linked to an account, simply deleting and re-additioning through Mi Home does not always work – additional steps are required. In this article, we will discuss three proven methods: through the application, using resetting, and manually (for experienced users), and you will learn what errors occur most often and how to avoid them.

Before you start, make sure the new network meets the camera’s requirements: most Xiaomi models (such as the Mi Home Security Camera 360° or Mijia 1080p) only work at 2.4 GHz. 5 GHz networks are not supported, even if your router broadcasts both bands at the same time.

Method 1: Change Wi-Fi via Mi Home (no reset)

The easiest way is to change the network directly in the official app, which is suitable if the camera is already connected to the account and you remember the password from the old network.

1. Open the Mi Home app and go to Devices section.
2. Select your camera from a list (e.g. Mi Home Security Camera Basic).
3. Slip on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Settings of the device.
4. Scroll down and find the Wi-Fi network (or Network in newer versions of the app).
5. Click Change Network and follow the instructions on the screen.

The app will prompt you to enter a password from the new network.

• 📶 The camera is located next to the router (distance not more than 2-3 meters).
• 🔒 Password entered without errors (registration is important!).
• 📱 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are on the phone (required for the camera to transfer data).

If the camera doesn’t connect after you enter your password, check if your router uses a hidden SSID (network name), in which case you first make the network visible in the router settings.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi Smart Camera) C200) may require confirmation of network change QR-If the camera flashes yellow after you enter the password, look for it. QR In the section Add the device → Manually.

Make sure the camera is on 220B |

Check that the phone is connected to the new Wi-Fi network |

Disable VPN or proxy on your phone |

Charge of the phone at least 50% (in case of long-term settings)-->

Method 2: Completely reset the camera and reconnect

If the first method didn't work (e.g., the camera doesn't respond to commands or it gives you an error, "I couldn't connect"), you'll have to perform a hard reset, and that will return the device to factory settings, and you'll be able to connect it to the new network as it did for the first time.

Resetting instructions:

1. Find the Reset button on the camera body (usually it is hidden in a small hole on the back).
2. Take a paper clip or toothpick and hold the button for 10-15 seconds until you hear the voice message “Reset completed” (or until the indicator flashes yellow).
3. Release the button and wait for the reboot (the camera will emit an audible signal).

After discharge:

• 🔄 In the Mi Home app, remove the camera from the device list (Section Profile) → My devices).
• 📱 Click Add Add the device (+) and select a camera model.
• 📡 Follow the instructions for connecting to the new network (the application will prompt you to enter a password from Wi-Fi).

If the camera doesn’t reset the first time, try holding the Reset button for up to 20 seconds. On some models (such as the Mijia 360° 1080p), the reset takes longer.

⚠️ Warning: Once reset, the camera will lose all previous settings, including motion detection zones, recording schedules, and other devices (e.g., Xiaomi Home Hub) that will have to be reconfigured!

Method 3: Manually configure Wi-Fi via SD-map (for advanced ones)

This is a method that's suitable for power users if the first two methods don't work. SD-cards (up to 32 GB formatted in the FAT32) This is the same as the one that supports memory card writing (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Home Security Camera). 2K Pro).

Steps:

1. Download the archive from the official Xiaomi website configuration file for your model (usually this is the file). miio_config.conf).
2. Open the file in a text editor (e.g. Notepad++) and find the lines: ssid="Your network name" password="Your password" Replace them with the new network data.
3. Save the file and copy it to SD-map (to the root catalogue).
4. Insert the card into the camera, hold the Reset button for 5 seconds and wait for the reboot.

If done correctly, the camera will connect to the new network automatically, which also helps to restore the device after a firmware failure.

⚠️ Warning: Incorrect editing of the configuration file can result in loss of access to the camera.Before changing, back up the original file!

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If the camera can't see SD-map, format it in FAT32 programmatically SD Formatter (you can download it on the website) SD Standard formatting via Windows often leaves hidden partitions behind.

Common mistakes and their solutions

Even when following instructions, users often encounter problems, and here are the most common mistakes and ways to fix them:

• 🔴 Error "Can't connect to the network": Check that the router is not using WPA3 — Some Xiaomi cameras only support WPA2-PSK. Go to the router settings and change the encryption type.
• 🔴 Camera flashes red after reset: This indicates a hardware error. Try to turn the camera off power for 1 minute, then reset. If it doesn't work, contact the service.
• 🔴 The app doesn't see the camera when you add: Make sure the phone is on Bluetooth and geolocation (required to look for devices). Also check that the camera emits an audible signal when you turn on (if not, power problem).

If the camera is connected to the network but does not broadcast the video, check:

• 🌐 Settings DNS in the router (sometimes the provider’s blocking interferes with the work of the service provider).
• 📵 The presence of interference from other devices (microwaves, wireless headphones).
• 🔄 The server region in the Mi Home application (should match your country).

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If the camera connects to Wi-Fi but doesn’t send notifications, check the Cloud Storage settings in the app. Your free trial subscription may have ended.

How to check if your camera is successfully connected to your new network

After changing Wi-Fi, you need to make sure the device is working correctly. Here are 4 steps to check:

1. Connection status: In the Mi Home app, open your camera card. In the upper right corner, a Wi-Fi icon (usually green or blue) should be on; if it's red, there's no connection.
2. Live video viewing: Click on the camera image -- if the stream started without delay, the network is stable. Hangovers or artifacts indicate a weak signal.
3. Notification test: Stand in front of the camera and wave your hand. If a motion alert appears in the app, the communication with Xiaomi servers is set up correctly.
4. Ping devices (for advanced): Find out IP-The camera address in the router settings and execute the command in the terminal (Windows): ping 192.168.x.x If the packets pass without loss, the network is stable.

If the camera is connected but the video is lagging, try:

• 📶 Move the router closer to the camera.
• 🔄 Switch the Wi-Fi channel in the router settings (for example, from 6 to 11).
• 📵 Disable other devices that consume traffic (torrents, online games).

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