How to Reboot Xiaomi Camera Remotely: All Ways + Error Solving

Remote reboot of Xiaomi camera is a necessary procedure when the device freezes, loses communication with the server or begins to issue errors in the Mi Home application. Unlike physical power outage, remote restart saves time and avoids unnecessary manipulation of the equipment. However, not all users know that rebooting Xiaomi cameras (for example, models Mi Home Security Camera 360°, Xiaomi Mi Camera 2K or Xiaomi Smart Camera C400) has nuances depending on the firmware, connection type and even the server region.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods for remote reboot, from standard functions in the application to advanced tools like ADB and SSH. Particular attention will be paid to the typical problems: when the camera does not respond to commands, disappears from the list of devices or gives an error "Device offline", you will also learn how to avoid losing settings after a hard reset and what to do if the camera is stuck in update mode.

1.Reboot via the Mi Home app (official way)

The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in Mi Home app tools (or Xiaomi Home for European servers), which is suitable for most camera models, including the Xiaomi Mi Home Security Camera 2K, Xiaomi Smart Camera C300 and older versions, the main condition: the camera must be online in the application (even if the image is not streamed).

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the Mi Home app and go to the Devices tab.
• 🔍 Find your camera in the list (if it’s not, check your Wi-Fi connection or reconnect your device).
• ⚙️ Slip the camera icon, then select Settings (cog in the upper right corner).
• 🔄 Scroll down to Reboot the device and confirm the action.

If the button is not restarted, it means:

• 🚫 Your camera model does not support a soft restart (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Camera) 1080p early).
• 🌍 The device is tied to a Chinese server (try changing the region in your account settings).
• 🔄 The camera is in firmware update mode (wait 10-15 minutes).

⚠️ Warning: If the camera is running a No Image error after rebooting, check if Night Vision or Privacy Mode settings are lost (sometimes they are automatically reset).

2 Remote reboot via Xiaomi cloud (if the camera is offline)

When the camera is not responding to commands from the app, but is connected to the Xiaomi cloud, you can try rebooting it via a web interface. This method works even if the device is marked as “Offline”, but the last activity was no more than 24 hours ago. Important: the method requires linking the camera to a Xiaomi account and cloud storage enabled (at least free tariff).

Step-by-step:

1. Open your browser and go to home.mi.com (sign up with the same account the camera is attached to).
2. In the Devices section, find your camera and click on it.
3. In the management menu, select Remote Management → Reboot.
4. Confirm the action and wait for the process to be completed (usually takes 1-2 minutes).

If there is no reset button, check:

• 🔌 The camera’s Wi-Fi connection status (the indicator on the case should flash blue, not red).
• 📡 Router Settings: Some models block cloud commands (turn off Customer Isolation in Wi-Fi settings).
• 🔒 Account Rights: You must have the status of a “owner” and not a “family member".

3. Reboot via SSH (for advanced users)

If the standard methods do not work, and the camera supports SSH-Access (e.g. Xiaomi Smart Camera) C400 Or a Linux-based flash camera, you can reboot it through the terminal, and it requires command line knowledge and network access presets. It's not recommended for beginners, because the wrong commands can cause a reset or a device to "brick up.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with PuTTY (Windows) or Terminal installed (macOS/Linux).
• 🔌 IP-camera address on the local network (can be found on the router or through the Fing app).
• 🔑 Login and password for SSH (default root/admin or).

Instructions:

1. Connect to the camera via SSH:


ssh root@[IP-cam address] -p 22





2 Enter a password (if requested).





3. Run the reset command:




reboot





4. wait for the automatic shutdown (camera will restart).

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi cameras are on SSH-The access is disabled by default. To activate it, you may need to hack the firmware (for example, via Telnet), which deprives you of warranty. SSH frequently blocked.

4.Reboot via ADB (for Android devices)

The method is suitable if the camera is connected to the Xiaomi smartphone via Mi Home, but does not respond to commands. ADB (Android Debug Bridge) allows you to send system commands directly. This method is more complicated than SSH, but does not require hacking the camera firmware.

What needs to be done:

1. Turn on USB Debugging on your smartphone (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version – tap 7 times, then go back to Settings → Additional → For Developers).
2. Connect the phone to your computer and authorize debugging.
3. Install ADB Tools (you can download from the official website).
4. Follow the commands:

adb devices # Checking the connection


adb shell am start -n com.xiaomi.smarthome/.device.control.CameraControlActivity




adb shell input tap 500 1000 # Simulate tap on screen (coordinates may differ)




adb shell am broadcast -a android.intent.action.REBOOT

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

adb shell "echo 1 > /sys/power/state"

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Before using ADB, back up your smartphone data – incorrect commands can cause the system to crash.

5. Hard reset through a button on the body (if nothing helps)

When all remote methods are exhausted, there is a hardware reset left. Most Xiaomi cameras have a hidden Reset button that returns the device to factory settings, which erases all personal data (including account binding), so use it only as a last resort.

How to perform the reset:

1. Find a small hole on the camera body that says Reset (usually next to the power connector).
2. Take a paper clip or toothpick, press and hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the indicator starts flashing yellow.
3. Release the button and wait for a full reboot (the camera will emit an audible signal).

After discharge:

• 🔄 The camera will have to re-link to the account Xiaomi through Mi Home.
• 📹 All records from the memory card (if it was inserted) will be saved, but the broadcast settings will be reset.
• 🔧 Update your camera firmware to the latest version to avoid repeated crashes.

⚠️ Note: On HomeKit-enabled cameras (such as Xiaomi HomeKit Camera), a reset via Reset may result in a loss of compatibility with the Apple Home.

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Hard reset is a last resort, and before you do it, try all the other ways and make sure that the problem is not with the router or the Internet connection.

6. Solving Typical Reboot Errors

Even after a successful reboot, the camera may not work properly, and let's look at some of the most common problems and solutions.

Error 1: The camera reboots, but goes offline again.

• 🔌 Check the power supply – some cameras (e.g. Xiaomi) C400) demand 5V/2A.
• 📶 Reconnect your camera to Wi-Fi at 2.4GHz (5GHz not supported by most models).
• 🔄 In the router, disable the function "Energy Saving" for Wi-Fi.

Error 2: After restarting, the camera will display a server connection error.

• 🌍 Change the server region in Mi Home (e.g. China to Europe).
• ⏳ Wait 10-15 minutes – sometimes Xiaomi servers are temporarily unavailable.
• 🔒 Check if antivirus or firewalls block access to mi.com domains.

Error 3: The camera is stuck in update mode (blind for more than 30 minutes).

• 🔌 Turn off the camera for 1 minute, then turn it on again.
• 📡 If the update is interrupted, try manually downloading the firmware via Mi Home (Settings) → Update of the PO).
• 💻 Connect the camera to the computer through USB and use Mi. PC Suite for recovery.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi camera reboot