How do you know? IP-Xiaomi Vacuum Mop address: all ways from app to router

Xiaomi Vacuum Mop Robot Vacuum Mop (including models) 1C, 2 Pro, P10 It connects to a home Wi-Fi network for remote control via the Mi Home or Xiaomi Home app, but sometimes users need to know it. IP-address โ€“ for example, for integration with home assistant (Node-RED), static settings IP Or fixing connectivity problems, unlike smartphones or computers, where IP displayed in the network settings, vacuum cleaners Xiaomi this information is not in the interface of the application.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods IP-The addresses of your robot vacuum cleaner โ€“ from simple (via an app or router) to advanced (using a terminal or specialized utilities). IP Every time you connect, and how to fix it, the instructions are relevant to all modern models. Xiaomi/Mijia Wi-Fi-enabled, including Vacuum Mop 2 Lite, S10 and X10+.

1. Method: via Mi Home/Xiaomi Home (the easiest)

If the vacuum cleaner is already connected to the network and is displayed in the application, this method will take no more than a minute. IP-The address is hidden in the standard interface โ€“ it must be โ€œpulledโ€ through the service menu.

Here's the step-by-step instruction:

  1. Open the Mi Home or Xiaomi Home app (depending on the region).
  2. Go to the Devices tab and select your Xiaomi Vacuum Mop vacuum cleaner.
  3. Press three points (โ‹ฎ) top-right corner of the device card.
  4. Select Settings โ†’ About Device (or Device Information).
  5. Scroll down to the Network Information or Wi-Fi block. This can be displayed here. MAC-address, but not IP.
  6. Click on the line with MAC-5-7 times in a row (on some firmware, hold your finger for 3 seconds) and a hidden menu with network data, including the IP-address.

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โš ๏ธ Note: Some versions of vacuum cleaner firmware may not work, if you press multiple times on the vacuum cleaner. MAC-The address is not happening, move on to the next method.

2. Method: via the router's web interface

Any connected device (including a vacuum cleaner) receives IP-The address from the router, and that data is stored in the list. DHCP-customers or connected devices to find them:

  1. Find out. IP-The address of your router is usually 192.168.0.1, 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.31.1 (depending on the model).
  2. Enter this address in the address bar of the browser and log in (login and password are often used). admin/admin or listed on the router's sticker).
  3. Go to DHCP, Local Area Network, or Connected Devices (name depends on the routerโ€™s firmware).
  4. Find a device named Xiaomi, Mijia or an unknown name in the list, but with a MAC-address beginning on 78:11:DC, 78:0F:77 or 48:E1:E9 (Typical prefixes for Xiaomi equipment).
  5. In the column IP-The address will be the current address of the vacuum cleaner.
Mark the routerThe path to the device listExample of an IP router
TP-LinkAdditional settings โ†’ Local Network โ†’ DHCP โ†’ Customer List192.168.0.1
ASUSNetwork Map โ†’ Clients192.168.1.1
Xiaomi (Mi Router)Devices โ†’ Connected devices192.168.31.1
KeeneticDevices โ†’ List of devices192.168.1.1

If the vacuum cleaner doesnโ€™t appear on the list, make sure itโ€™s on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your computer/smartphone, and check if the router is hiding certain devices (e.g., on a guest network).

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3. Method: using mobile applications (for Android/iOS)

If you don't want to go through the router's settings, you can use specialized network scanning apps that show all the connected devices with the indication of the network. IP, MAC-address and manufacturer.

Top.-3 applications:

  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Fing (Android/iOS) โ€” The most popular web analysis app. The free version shows IP and MAC-All devices, download it from Google Play or the App Store.
  • ๐Ÿ” Network Analyzer (Android) is a lightweight application with port scanning, suitable for quick search of Xiaomi devices by using the Internet. MAC-prefix.
  • ๐ŸŒ IP Tools: Network Utilities (Android/iOS) โ€” It includes Ping, Traceroute and a network scanner. IP, but also check the connection to the vacuum cleaner.

How to use Fing:

  1. Install and open the application.
  2. Click Scan (or Refresh)
  3. In the list of devices, find an entry with the name Xiaomi or an unknown name, but with the MAC-the address corresponding to Xiaomi (see prefixes in the previous section).
  4. IP-address will be indicated in column IP.

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If there are many unknown devices on the list, sort them by manufacturer (Vendor) โ€“ the Xiaomi vacuum cleaner will be marked as Xiaomi Communications Co Ltd.

Method: via terminal (for advanced users)

If you have access to a computer running Windows, macOS or Linux, you can find the IP vacuum cleaner using the command line, a method that is suitable for those who prefer not to install additional applications.

Instructions for different OSes:

๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Windows (via Command Prompt)

  1. Open the Command Prompt (Win + R โ†’ enter cmd โ†’ Enter).
  2. Enter a command to view all devices on the network: arp -a Find it in the list. IP s MAC-address corresponding to Xiaomi (see prefixes above).
  3. If there are too many devices, first ping the entire range of your network (for example, 192.168.1.1-255) using the Angry IP Scanner utility.

๐ŸŽ macOS/Linux (terminal)

  1. Open the Terminal.
  2. Enter the command to scan the network: nmap -sn 192.168.1.0/24 (replace 192.168.1.0/24 with your subnet, for example, 192.168.0.0/24).
  3. In the results, find the device with MAC-Xiaomi address.

โš ๏ธ Note: If your network is on AP Isolation, the vacuum cleaner may not appear in the scan results.

5. Method: through integration with Home Assistant (for smart home)

If you are using a Home Assistant Smart Home, IP-The address of the Xiaomi Vacuum Mop vacuum cleaner can be found through its interface, this is true if the device has already been added to the system.

Steps:

  1. Open the Home Assistant web interface.
  2. Go to Settings. โ†’ Devices and services.
  3. Find your vacuum cleaner in the list of devices and click on it.
  4. Information or Network will be provided IP-address.

If the vacuum cleaner is connected via Mi Home Integration but the IP is not displayed, check the configuration file.yaml โ€“ it may indicate static IP in the integration settings.

How to find IP through the Home Assistant Log?
If the vacuum cleaner recently connected to Home Assistant, its IP could be saved in logs. Open Settings โ†’ System โ†’ Logs and find records mentioning Xiaomi Vacuum or miio. These may contain a string of the type Connected to 192.168.1.100 - this is the address you want.

Why Xiaomi Vacuum Mop Vacuum Vacuum Mop Changes IP and How to Fix It

Many users are faced with the fact that after restarting the router or vacuum cleaner it IP-It changes the address. It's because of the protocol. DHCP, It automatically assigns free addresses to the devices. For stable operation (for example, when integrating with Home Assistant), it is better to attach a static vacuum cleaner to the vacuum cleaner. IP.

How to do this:

  • ๐Ÿ”ง Through router: In settings DHCP Find the Address Reservation (or Static Lease) section and link MAC-vacuum-cleaner address to a specific IP.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Through the Mi Home app: Some firmware allows you to set static IP in the device settings (wi-fi section) โ†’ Additionally).
  • ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Home Assistant: In the configuration of the integration miio, specify a fixed IP host-based.
Problem.Reason.Decision
IP changes after rebootingDHCP assigns a new addressReserve IP in the router
Vacuum cleaner not visible onlineWi-Fi on the device is disabledCheck the connection in the Mi Home app
IP found, but ping does not passRouter firewall blocks accessTurn it off. AP Isolation or add a rule to MAC-address

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If the vacuum cleaner is connected to a 5GHz network and your computer/smartphone is connected to 2.4GHz (or vice versa), they may not be able to see each other. Make sure both devices are on the same subnet.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When searching IP-Xiaomi Vacuum Mop addresses are often the most common problems that users face:

  • ๐Ÿ”Œ Vacuum is not connected to Wi-Fi: Check the network indicator on the case (must burn blue or flash). If the indicator is red, reconnect the device in the Mi Home app.
  • ๐Ÿ“ต IP not displayed in router: Possibly the vacuum cleaner is connected to the guest network or other range (e.g. 5 GHz instead of 2.4 GHz.
  • ๐Ÿ”„ IP Changes after each switch: This is normal behavior. DHCP. To fix the address, set up a static lease in the router (see previous section).
  • ๐Ÿšซ Access to IP blocked: Some routers (e.g. Keenetic) block access to local devices from outside by default.

If none of the methods worked, try resetting the network settings on the vacuum cleaner:

  1. Hold the Power and Home button (or Spot Cleaning, depending on the model) for 10 seconds.
  2. Wait until the vacuum cleaner emits an audible signal and restarts.
  3. Connect it to Wi-Fi again through the Mi Home app.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions

๐Ÿค” Why do you need it? IP-Address of the Xiaomi Vacuum Mop vacuum cleaner?
IP may be required for: Home Assistant (OpenHAB), static IP settings for stable connectivity, diagnostics of network problems (e.g. if a vacuum cleaner does not respond to commands), access to the device via Telnet or SSH (for advanced users).
๐Ÿ” Can I ask? IP vacuum cleaner without Wi-Fi connection?
No. IP-The only way to do this is to reconnect the vacuum cleaner when you're connected to the network, and if the vacuum cleaner is disconnected from Wi-Fi, the only way to do this is to reconnect it and use one of the methods in this article.
๐Ÿ“ก Why vacuum cleaner is not visible in the list of router devices?
Possible reasons: The vacuum cleaner is connected to another network (like a neighbor or a mobile hotspot), the router has Hide Devices or AP Isolation mode on, the device is in sleep mode (try to wake it with a button on the case), firmware failure - you need to reconnect to Wi-Fi.
๐Ÿ”’ How to protect the vacuum cleaner from unauthorized access IP?
To prevent access to the vacuum cleaner from your network: Set up an isolated network (VLAN) for IoT devices in the router. Turn off remote access in the Mi Home settings (Settings โ†’ Security section). Update the vacuum cleaner firmware to the latest version (old versions had vulnerabilities). Use a complex password for Wi-Fi (at least 12 characters).
๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Can we change? IP vacuumer?
Yes, but not through the device itself. IP router MAC ce IP). If the vacuum cleaner supports Mi Home Developer Mode, you can ask IP through a token (technical knowledge required) Some firmware (such as Valetudo) has a web interface to manually configure the network. โš ๏ธ Note: Incorrectly configured static IP This can lead to a conflict of addresses on the network. IP not used by other devices.