Lost or don’t have the PIN on a Beelink Mini MX TV Box
If a client cannot unlock their Beelink Mini MX because they don’t have the PIN, follow these simple steps. Start with the safe checks and move to a factory reset only when necessary. Factory reset erases all data — warn the client before doing it.
Quick checklist before you start
- TV and Beelink box are plugged in and powered.
- Remote control with fresh batteries is at hand.
- Small paperclip or pin (for the reset hole) ready.
- Client understands a factory reset will delete apps, accounts and files on the box.
Step 1 — Try the easy PINs first
Ask the client to try these common default PINs (one at a time):0000 , 1234 , 1111 , 9999 , 000000 , 123456
Also try the PIN shown in the quick start guide or on the box paperwork. Some launchers use 0000 or 1234 by default.
Step 2 — Soft reboot (quick, no data loss)
- Turn the box off from the remote or unplug the power.
- Wait 20–30 seconds.
- Plug the box back in and power it on.
- Try the PIN again.
This clears small glitches that sometimes block the login screen.
Step 3 — If the PIN is a launcher/parental PIN (try this)
Some boxes use a launcher app or parental lock that can be removed if you can reach Settings. If the device already accepts any input (for example guest mode), try:
- Open Settings → Apps and locate the launcher or parental app.
- Clear data or uninstall the launcher.
If you cannot access Settings because of the lock, skip to Step 4.
Step 4 — Factory reset via recovery (recommended method when PIN is lost)
Warning: This deletes all user data on the box. Only proceed with client approval.
Method A — Reset hole / pinhole (common on Beelink boxes)
- Unplug the power.
- Locate the small RESET pinhole on the box (usually near USB or AV ports).
- Insert a paperclip and press/hold the reset button.
- While holding the reset pin, plug the power back in and keep holding for 8–15 seconds until the box shows a recovery or boot logo.
- Release the pin. The device should boot to the recovery menu.
- Use the remote (or volume buttons if remote does not work) to select Wipe data / Factory reset and confirm.
- After the reset finishes, choose Reboot system now.
Method B — Volume + Power (alternative for some models)
- Unplug the box.
- Press and hold the Volume Up (or Volume Down) button on the box.
- While holding it, plug in the power and keep holding until recovery appears.
- Use the menu to Wipe data / Factory reset, then Reboot.
Step 5 — After the reset — first-time setup
- Let the box boot fully.
- Reconnect Wi-Fi and sign in to any accounts (Google, etc.).
- Set a new PIN the client will remember. Suggest writing it down securely.
- Reinstall needed apps from Google Play and restore files from backup (if they have one).
Step 6 — If recovery methods fail or you don’t want to reset
- Ask the client to contact Beelink support or the seller. Provide model number and serial.
- If the box is under warranty, professional service is safer than more risky attempts.
- As a last resort, take the device to a local technician who has experience with Android TV boxes.