XiaomiWiki_RU/docs/edl.md

Access EDL mode

EDL (Emergency Download) mode is used in Qualcomm-based devices for unbricking and flashing purposes. EDL mode bypasses the bootloader and MiFlash can interact with it. There are several ways to access EDL mode but they usually require the bootloader to be unlocked nonetheless.

Note: EDL mode is not accessible on locked devices that were released after 2016.

ADB/Fastboot method

1. Download and launch the Xiaomi ADB/Fastboot Tools from here.

2. Connect the device to your computer and load it in ADB or Fastboot mode. the device info should appear in the application.

   For details, see the instructions on GitHub.

3. Reboot the device to EDL mode by clicking Reboot device to EDL in the top menu.

4. Upon entering EDL mode, the phone's screen should turn blank and the notification LED might also be blinking.

   To exit EDL mode, hold the Power button for about 10 seconds.

Fastboot method for the Redmi Note 3 SD / Special Edition

1. Download and extract this package on your PC.

2. Enter fastboot mode by holding Power and Vol- at the same time. Wait until the Mi Bunny appears, then connect the device to the PC.

3. Run reboot.bat in the extracted package. A command prompt will appear. Press a key to reboot the device to EDL mode.

4. Upon entering EDL mode, the phone's screen should turn blank and the notification LED might also be blinking.

   To exit EDL mode, hold the Power button for about 10 seconds.

Recovery menu method for the Redmi 3/4 series

1. Enter the recovery menu by holding Power and Vol+ at the same time until recovery menu comes up.

2. In the recovery menu, select Download Mode.

3. Upon entering EDL mode, the phone's screen should turn blank and the notification LED might also be blinking.

   To exit EDL mode, hold the Power button for about 10 seconds.