Xiaomi Redmi Y2 Mi Account Bypass and Reset

This guide explains how to put the Xiaomi Redmi Y2 into EDL (Emergency Download Mode) using the test point method and perform a Mi Account reset using the UMT Dongle tool.

Technicians often use this method when the phone is Mi account locked, stuck on activation screen, or unable to boot normally.

📱 Device Information

• Device Name: Xiaomi Redmi Y2 / Redmi S2
• Model Codename: ysl
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 (MSM8953)
• Android Version: Android 9 (MIUI 12)

🔧 Required Tools

Before starting, make sure you have the following tools:

• UMT Dongle
• Qualcomm USB Drivers
• USB Cable
• Xiaomi Redmi Y2 Test Point Access

⚡ Xiaomi Redmi Y2 EDL Test Point Method

EDL mode is required when the device bootloader is locked or when the phone is hard bricked.

Steps to Enter EDL Mode

1. Power off the device completely.
2. Remove the back cover carefully.
3. Locate the Redmi Y2 EDL test points on the motherboard.
4. Short the two test points using tweezers.
5. Connect the USB cable to the PC while shorting the test points.

If successful, Device Manager will show:

Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008

This means the phone is successfully in EDL Mode.

🔓 Xiaomi Redmi Y2 Mi Account Bypass Using UMT Dongle

Follow these steps to reset the Mi account using the UMT QcFire module.

Step 1: Open UMT Tool

Launch UMT Dongle software and open the QcFire module.

Step 2: Select Operation

Choose:

Reset Mi Account (New)

Step 3: Connect Device

Connect the phone in EDL Mode (Qualcomm 9008).

The tool should detect the device automatically.

Step 4: Start the Process

Click Start to begin the Mi account reset process.

Example log output:

Port : Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008
Opening Port…OK
Init Handshake Sequence…OK
Preparing Loader…Done
Sending Loader [8953]…Done
Executing Loader…OK
Detecting Chip Type…OK
Hardware : 8953, EMMC, 32GB

Step 5: Mi Account Reset

The tool will:

• Read device information
• Patch Mi account data
• Write modified data to the device

Example result:

Reading Data…Done
Patching Data…Done
Writing Data…Done
Operation Finished

After completion, reboot the phone.

⚠ Important Notes

• Some devices require authorized Mi account authentication for EDL operations.
• Install Qualcomm High-Speed Drivers if the tool shows driver warnings.
• Always backup device data if possible.

📌 Troubleshooting

Device Not Detected

• Reinstall Qualcomm USB drivers
• Try another USB port or cable

Auth Enabled Device Error

• Use updated UMT version
• Ensure proper loader selection

Sahara Fail Error

• Reconnect the device
• Restart the flashing tool

📝 Final Thoughts

Using EDL Test Point and UMT Dongle, technicians can repair software problems and reset Mi account locks on the Xiaomi Redmi Y2. This method is commonly used in mobile repair when the device is locked or unable to boot normally.

in One Click

Operation : Reset Mi Account (New)
Checking for existing devices…Found
Port : Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 (COM19)
Driver Info : Qualcomm Incorporated, qcusbser.sys, 2.1.2.7
Opening Port…OK
Init Handshake Sequence…OK
Hardware ID :#########
OPK_DATA : ########
Initializing Protocol…OK
Using Auto Loader Selection [1]
Preparing Loader…Done
Sending Loader [8953]…Done
Executing Loader…OK
Auth Enabled Device! You need Mi Auth Account to service!
Skipping Auth…OK
Detecting Chip Type…OK
Hardware : 8953, EMMC, 32 GB
LU Count : 1 [0x03A3E000]
WARNING! High Speed Driver is not installed.
Please install driver from QcFire\Drivers folder using Device Manager.
Payload Info : In: 65536 [4096], Out: 1048576, Sector Size: 512
Reading Partition Table…OK
Reading Device Information…OK
Device : Xiaomi Redmi S2 [ysl]
Brand : xiaomi
Prod.Name : ysl
Software : PKQ1.181203.001, V12.0.2.0.PEFMIXM [Thu Sep 24 20:47:30 WIB 2020]
Android Ver. : 9
Patch Level : 2020-09-01
Reading Data[1]…Done
Patching Data…Done
Writing Data…Done
Reading Data[2]…Done
Writing Data…Done
Operation Finished.
QcFire Ver. 7.2