Mi AIoT Router AX3600 - Router Xiaomi - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Wi-Fi 6 Router
Brand	Xiaomi
Model	Mi AIoT Router AX3600
Dimensions	250 mm x 150 mm x 50 mm
Weight	Approx. 1 kg
Power Supply	DC 12V, 2A
Processor	Qualcomm IPQ8071A
RAM	512 MB
Storage	256 MB NAND flash
Wi-Fi Standard	802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), dual-band
Antennas	4 external + 1 AIoT antenna
Ports	1 WAN (10/100/1000M), 3 LAN (10/100/1000M), 1 USB 3.0
AIoT Function	Dedicated antenna for IoT devices (BLE, Zigbee)
Security	WPA3, built-in firewall, parental controls
Supported Protocols	IPv4, IPv6, VPN passthrough
Maintenance	Clean with dry cloth; avoid liquids
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C
Spare Parts & Repairability	Not user-serviceable; contact Xiaomi support
Box Contents	Router, power adapter, Ethernet cable, user manual
General Information	Released 2020; compatible with Mi Home app

Frequently Asked Questions - Mi AIoT Router AX3600 Xiaomi

What is the Wi-Fi range of the Mi AIoT Router AX3600?

In optimal conditions, the range is up to 150 m indoors and 300 m outdoors, but walls and interference reduce it. For best performance, place the router centrally.

How do I set up the router for the first time?

Download the Mi Wi-Fi app or access the web interface at 192.168.31.1. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect to your modem and set the Wi-Fi name and password.

Does the router support VPN?

Yes, it supports VPN passthrough (PPTP, L2TP, IPSec). However, native VPN client configuration may not be available; you may need to configure it via the router's advanced settings.

Can I use mesh with multiple Xiaomi routers?

Yes, the AX3600 supports Mi Mesh technology. You can add other compatible Xiaomi routers to create a seamless mesh network.

How many devices can connect simultaneously?

The router can handle up to 248 devices simultaneously, thanks to its powerful processor and MU-MIMO technology.

Is there a USB port for external storage?

Yes, it has one USB 3.0 port for connecting external drives to share files over the network via SMB or FTP.

How do I reset the router to factory settings?

Press and hold the Reset button on the back for about 10 seconds until the LED flashes. All settings will be erased.

Does the router support WPA3 security?

Yes, it supports WPA3-Personal for stronger Wi-Fi security. Enable it in the wireless settings of the app or web interface.

What is the AIoT antenna for?

The AIoT antenna is dedicated to smart home devices using BLE or Zigbee protocols, allowing the router to act as a hub for Xiaomi smart devices without extra hardware.

Can I use a third-party firmware like OpenWrt?

Flashing third-party firmware is not officially supported and may void the warranty. However, some users have successfully installed custom firmware; proceed with caution.

USER MANUAL Mi AIoT Router AX3600 Xiaomi

All images are for illustration purposes only and may differ from the actual product by model and region.

Step 1: Connect the cables

Power on the router, then connect the Internet (WAN) port to the DSL/Cable/satellite modem.

* If your Internet network is connected via an Ethernet cable at the wall, connect the Ethernet cable directly to the Internet (WAN) port on the router.

Step 2: Set up the network connection

1

Connect to the Wi-Fi using a mobile phone or computer (no password). The Wi-Fi name is indicated on the product specification label at the base of the router.

* Wait until the system indicator light turns blue. Search for the Wi-Fi network and connect.

2

At this point, you will automatically be directed to the landing page for connecting to the Internet (if you aren't, open up the browser that comes with your system and enter "router.miwifi.com" or "192.168.31.1").

* Mi Router End User License Agreement is available at: http://www1.miwifi.com/router/eula/20191230.html

3

Please enter the account name and password provided by your broadband provider, then click Next (there are different ways of connecting to the internet, so this step may be skipped).

* If you have forgotten your broadband account name or password, you can get them by contacting your broadband provider.

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Set a new Wi-Fi and administrator password. You can choose to use your Wi-Fi password as your administrator password as well.

* Please wait until the indicator light turns blue and stops flashing, then reconnect to the Wi-Fi.

How to set up the AIoT Intelligent Antenna and add devices

1. Scan the QR code to download the Mi WiFi app and the Mi Home/Xiaomi Home app.

1. Add the router to your Mi Account.

Connect your smartphone to the Wi-Fi hotspot of your Mi Wi-Fi router. Open the Mi WiFi app and log in to your Mi account. Follow the prompts to add the router to your Mi account.

1. Add Mi Smart Home devices

Connect your Mi Smart Home device to the power supply. The AIoT Intelligent Antenna will automatically detect the device. Open the Mi Home app and log in to the Mi account used in the previous step. A prompt will be displayed indicating that a new device has been discovered. Follow the instructions to add the device.

*Supports most Wi-Fi-enabled Smart Home devices that connect via the Mi Home app. Ensure that your device is updated to the latest version and place it within range of the Mi Wi-Fi router.

FAQ

What should I do if the Mi Home app fails to automatically detect my Mi Smart Home device?

Step 1: Check that you have configured the network settings on your router and that the router is connected to the Internet. The Internet indicator should be constant blue.

Step 2: Check that the router has been added to the Mi Home app, and that the Mi Home app is logged in to the same Mi account as the Mi WiFi app.

Step 3: Make sure the "AIoT Intelligent Antenna Automatic Scan" option has been enabled on the router. This option can be configured in the Mi WiFi app.

Step 4: Check that your Mi Smart Home device is a Wi-Fi-enabled device and that it is running the latest version. The device must be placed within range of the Mi Wi-Fi router. Some devices with built-in Internet connectivity are not supported.

I have finished setting up my network. Why can't I connect to the Internet?

Step 1: Use your phone to search for the Wi-Fi network set by your router. If you can't find it, make sure that the router is connected to the power and has finished booting up.

Step 2: Connect your phone to your router's Wi-Fi network, go to router.miwifi.com, and try to fix the problem based on the network diagnostics results.

I've forgotten the administrator password for my router. What should I do?

If you haven't set a specific password, your administrator password will be the same as your Wi-Fi password, so try using this to log in. If the problem persists, it is recommended that you restore your router to the factory settings, then set up the network again.

How do I restore my router to the factory settings?

First make sure that the router has finished booting up, then hold down the Reset button at the base of the router for more than 5 seconds and let go when the system status light turns orange. When the router finishes booting up again, the reset was successful.

What do the different indicator lights mean on the router?

AIoT status indicator

Network status light

System status light

Network status indicator Internet	two colors (blue and orange)
Off	The network cable is not plugged into the WAN port
Orange	Constant: The network cable is plugged into the WAN port but the upstream network is not available
Blue	Constant: The network cable is plugged into the WAN port and the upstream network is available
System status indicator System	two colors (blue and orange)
Off	Not connected to power supply
Orange	flashing: System update in progressConstant (turns blue after approx. 1 minute): The system is starting Constant (does not turn blue after approx. 2 minutes): System fault
Blue	Constant: Working normally
AIoT status indicator	Single color light (blue)
Off	AIoT Intelligent Antenna Automatic Scan OFF
Blue	AIoT Intelligent Antenna Automatic Scan ON
Network port indicator	one color (green)
Off	The network port has no physical connection
Green	The network port has a physical connection

Specifications:

Operating Temperature: 0~40°C

Input: 12V, 2A

Operating Frequency: 2400MHz~2483.5MHz (≤20dBm), 5150MHz~5350MHz (≤23dBm),

Hereby, Xiaomi Communications Co., Ltd declares that the radio equipment type R-3600 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:

http://www.mi.com/global/service/support/declaration.html

All products bearing this symbol are waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE as in directive 2012/19/EU) which should not be mixed with unsorted household waste. Instead, you should protect human health and the environment by handing over your waste equipment to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment, appointed by the government or local authorities. Correct disposal and recycling will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health. Please contact the installer or local authorities for more information about the location as well as terms and conditions of such collection points.

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Caution:

The product can be used within all European Union countries (BE/FR/DE/IT/LU/NL/DK/

IE/GB/GR/PT/ES/AT/FI/SE/CY/CZ/EE/HU/LV/LT/MT/PL/SK/SI/BG/RO/HR).

To comply with CE RF exposure requirements, the device must be installed and operated 20cm (8

(inches) or more between the product and all person's body.

The adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

Use only power supplies listed in the user manual / user instruction.

Power Adapter Model: AD-0241200200EU-1

Manufactured by: SHENZHEN AMC TECHNOLOGY CO.,LTD

Power Adapter Model: CYBD-P120200E

Manufactured by: Chenyang elec.

Power Adapter Model: RD1202000-C55-154OG

Manufactured by: Shenzhen Ruide Electronic Industrial Co., Ltd.

Manufactured by: Xiaomi Communications Co., Ltd

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