Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and Note 5 Pro Stock Firmware [Back to Stock ROM]

Flashing firmware files can resolve various problems, including performance issues, software glitches, and other software-related errors. It can also enable new features, enhance security, and optimize the device’s overall functionality. However, flashing firmware should be done with caution, as it may void the device’s warranty or, if done incorrectly, cause further issues or even render the device unusable.

The Advantage Of Stock Firmware

• Flash Stock To Unbrick your Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and Note 5 Pro
• Flash Stock ROM to Fix the Bootloop problem
• Upgrade and Downgrade Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and Note 5 Pro
• Unroot or Fix Bugs on your phone
• To fix the lag or stutter on Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and Note 5 Pro.
• By flashing Stock ROM, you can solve software problems.
• Revert to stock to gain your warranty.

List of Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Flash Files

List of Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro Flash Files

• whyred_global_images_V12.0.2.0.PEIMIXM_20201224.0000.00_9.0_global
• whyred_global_images_V11.0.5.0.PEIMIXM_20200917.0000.00_9.0_global
• whyred_global_images_V11.0.3.0.PEIMIXM_20191108.0000.00_9.0_global | Miui 11
• whyred_global_images_V10.3.1.0.PEIMIXM_20190522.0000.00_9.0
• whyred_global_images_V10.0.6.0.OEIMIFH_20181127.0000.00_8.1
• whyred_global_images_V9.5.19.0.OEIMIFA_20180706.0000.00_8.1_global
• whyred_global_images_V9.2.7.0.NEIMIEK_20180406.0000.00_7.1_global

Guide to Flash Firmware File on Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and Note 5 Pro:

Pre-Requisite:

1. This update is only for Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and Note 5 Pro smartphones.
2. GetDroidTips.com is not responsible for damaging your phone while installing this update.
3. Download Mi Flash Tool From here.
4. Make sure that you have Xiaomi USB drivers installed
5. Take a complete backup of your phone (Root required), and then proceed.
6. Without Root, you can backup your phone.

Steps To Flash Stock ROM using Updater App

1. First, To Install via Recovery, you need to download Recovery ROM.
2. Connect your Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and Note 5 Pro to your PC and copy the downloaded file to the downloaded_rom folder in your Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and Note 5 Pro Internal Storage.
3. Launch the ‘Updater’ app on your device.
4. Click on the three dots (‘…’) at the top-right corner, and select the ‘choose update package. ‘
5. Now press OK to start the flashing process.
6. That’s it. Your device will reboot after the flashing is done.

Steps to Flash Stock ROM File via Fastboot :

1. Download the MIUI Fastboot ROM for your Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and Note 5 Pro
2. Now turn your device off completely. Press the Volume– key and the Power button simultaneously to enter Fastboot mode.
3. Once you have entered fastboot mode, you will see the Mi Bunny Fastboot mode picture (See screenshot below)
4. Now connect the device to the Windows PC/laptop via a micro USB cable.
5. You need to double-click on the downloaded ROM file to extract it.
6. Open the extracted ROM folder, and copy its path on the computer. 
7. To install Mi Flash Tool, Download Mi Flash Tool Zip and Extract the MIUI MI Flash tool on your computer.
8. Now click on the installer file on your computer and continue the installation. (Ignore the security warning) and select run to continue the installation.
9. After installation is completed, open MiFlash.exe and paste the address bar from the ROM file folder path copied in the 6th step. (You can also browse the folder by tapping the Select button) 
10. If you have pasted the Address code, Now Click on the first button (circled out in yellow) to Refresh, and MiFlash should automatically recognize the device. Then click the second button (circled out in red) to flash the ROM file to the device. 
11. Your flashing process has started. Now Wait until the progress bar inside MiFlash turns fully green, which means the ROM has been successfully installed. Then your device should automatically boot to the new version.

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