During the initial setup process (via the web interface or the Mi Home app), Xiaomi often presents a convenient option:
Many models use "admin" as both the username and password.
| Scenario | Solution | | :--- | :--- | | | Open Xiaomi Home app → Router → Settings → "Change management password". Verification via Mi Account. | | Forgotten password & lost Mi Account access | Physical hardware reset required. | | Router is second-hand / unknown password | Physical hardware reset required. |
