How to reset Xiaomi router

Routers come in many different types, and recently many friends who have purchased Xiaomi routers want to restore them to their factory settings. After using them for a long time, they may experience problems such as not being able to access the internet. So, how do you restore a Xiaomi router to its factory settings? Below, I will provide a detailed explanation of how to reset your Xiaomi router, hoping to be helpful to everyone.
 
Method to restore factory settings for Xiaomi (Redmi) routers
 
Both Xiaomi and Redmi routers support restoring factory settings. There are two methods to restore a Xiaomi router to factory settings. The first method is a physical force reset, and the second method is to login to the Xiaomi router management interface and perform the factory reset through the router system settings. The methods are as follows:
 

I.Solution 1:

Reset using the button:
 
Ensure that the router system has finished booting up, then use a SIM card eject tool to press and hold the reset button located on the back of the router (labeled as Reset in the figure) for more than 5 seconds. Release the button when the system status light turns orange, and wait for the router to restart successfully (indicated by the blue light) to complete the reset.
   

 

II. Solution 2: 

Alternatively, it can be reset through the web management interface, Xiaomi WiFi Toolbox, or Mi Home app plugin.
 
① Login to the web management interface at 192.168.31.1 and navigate to System status -> Restore factory settings.
 
② Xiaomi WiFi App: Toolbox -> Router Settings -> Hardware and System -> Restore factory settings.
 
③ Mi Home App: Enter the router plugin -> Find the "Restore factory settings" button in the "Router Settings" section (only supported by a few compatible models).
 
Additional information:
 
Normally, use a SIM card eject tool to long-press the Reset button until the system status light turns orange, then release the button and wait for the system to finish booting up."
 

 
 
 

III.Solution 3: 

 
How to hard reset XIAOMI Mi WiFi Router 4C
 
Learn how to Hard Reset XIAOMI Mi WiFi Router 4C router. This is the best method to reset your router XIAOMI Mi WiFi Router 4C. Read the tutorial below and learn how to perform a Hard Reset XIAOMI Mi WiFi Router 4C.
 
First method:
 
1.When your XIAOMI Mi WiFi Router 4C router is on, press the Reset button using something very thin on the back of the device. Hold it for a few seconds.


2.Now the LED on the front of the device will light up and turn from blue to yellow.

3.Release Reset Button and give XIAOMI Mi WiFi Router 4C a few moments to reboot completely.
 
4.Fantastic! Now all factory settings are revert to defaults.
 

 

IV. Solution 4:

"Method to restore factory settings for Xiaomi (Redmi) routers
 
Both Xiaomi and Redmi routers support restoring factory settings. There are two methods to restore a Xiaomi router to factory settings. The first method is a physical force reset, and the second method is to login to the Xiaomi router management interface and perform the factory reset through the router system settings. The methods are as follows:
 
1. Reset using the button:
 
Ensure that the router system has finished booting up, then use a SIM card eject tool to press and hold the reset button located on the back of the router (labeled as Reset in the figure) for more than 5 seconds. Release the button when the system status light turns orange, and wait for the router to restart successfully (indicated by the blue light) to complete the reset.
 
Router factory reset button - Reset hole
 
2. Alternatively, it can be reset through the web management interface, Xiaomi WiFi Toolbox, or Mi Home app plugin.
 
① Login to the web management interface at 192.168.31.1 and navigate to System status -> Restore factory settings.
 
② Xiaomi WiFi App: Toolbox -> Router Settings -> Hardware and System -> Restore factory settings.
 
③ Mi Home App: Enter the router plugin -> Find the "Restore factory settings" button in the "Router Settings" section (only supported by a few compatible models).
 
Additional information:
 
Normally, use a SIM card eject tool to long-press the Reset button until the system status light turns orange, then release the button and wait for the system to finish booting up."