Set up VPN on Mi Wi-Fi Router

Step-by-step guide to setting up VPN connection on Mi Wi-Fi Router

Mi Wi-Fi routers support VPN setup, allowing the feature to be used at the network level without the need to configure it on each device separately.

Get a VPN Settings

To configure the VPN on the router, go to your dashboard, where the following parameters are provided:

  • VPN Server.
  • Username.
  • Password.

VPN connection parameters VPN connection parameters

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Set up a router

To configure the router, go to miwifi.com or use the router’s IP address: 192.168.31.X. Settings can also be configured via the mobile app.

In the router interface, you need to:

  • Go to Mi Wi-Fi → Advanced settings → VPN → Add service.
  • Fill in the required fields:
    • VPN Server.
    • Username.
    • Password.

Filling in router data for VPN connection Filling in router data for VPN connection

Select the connection type

The Connection Type option may depend on the router firmware. In most cases, a successful connection will occur using the L2TP protocol.

Connect to VPN

To connect, click the Connection button.

Connecting to VPN on Mi Wi-Fi Connecting to VPN on Mi Wi-Fi

After connecting, the router will establish a VPN connection, and you can check your IP address using the 2ip service.

IP check IP check after connecting to VPN

Notes

  • VPN can be turned on and off from the Mi Wi-Fi interface. You can change the connection country in your dashboard.

  • When changing the location in the order menu, the VPN Server setting in the router must be updated to match the selected location.

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