Q1. My Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro is frozen on the Xiaomi logo during first boot after flashing. What should I do?

This is normal for Snapdragon 8 Elite tablets. After flashing, the system calibrates Dolby Vision, HDR, and display settings for the 144Hz panel, which can take 20-30 minutes on first boot. Do not interrupt power. Let it sit plugged in. If it remains frozen after 40 minutes, force reboot (hold power 30 seconds) and try again. If stuck on second attempt, re-flash firmware as the file may have been corrupted during extraction.

Q2. I’m getting “fastboot: error: insufficient permissions” or device not recognized in fastboot. How do I fix this?

First, ensure you’re using the latest platform-tools (v35.0.0+). Run command prompt as Administrator. Uninstall and reinstall drivers from the extracted firmware folder. Try a different USB-C cable and use a USB 3.0 port directly on your PC (not USB hub). On Windows, check Device Manager for “Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader” — if missing or marked with error, reinstall drivers manually. Finally, disable Windows USB Power Saving mode: right-click your USB device in Device Manager → Properties → Power Management → uncheck “Allow computer to turn off this device.”

Q3. The extraction process failed or created corrupted files. How can I extract the TGZ file properly?

The piano firmware is a large TGZ file (10.53 GB) that requires proper extraction. Windows built-in zip cannot handle this format. Download and install 7-Zip (free software), then right-click the TGZ file → 7-Zip → Extract Here. Wait 5-10 minutes for extraction to complete (do not interrupt). If extraction still fails, download the file again as it may have been corrupted during download. Verify file integrity using MD5 hash if available on the download source.

Q4. After flashing, my tablet shows “Waiting for WiFi Connection” stuck screen and won’t proceed. What’s the issue?

HyperOS 3 requires WiFi setup on first boot to download optimization packages. Connect your tablet to WiFi (press Volume Up to access WiFi list during setup). If WiFi is unavailable, press Volume Down repeatedly to skip setup and access system. Once in system, manually connect to WiFi in Settings → WiFi. You can also complete initial setup by connecting to a mobile hotspot from your phone. If the screen remains stuck after WiFi connection, perform another reboot.

Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro Firmware Flashing Guide (HyperOS 3.0.6.0)

Is your Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro stuck on the boot logo after a failed HyperOS 3 update? Experiencing performance crashes, system freezing, or complete bricked status? This flagship 11.2-inch tablet powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite requires precise firmware handling for successful recovery. This guide provides the official China HyperOS firmware to restore your tablet to full working order.

Flashing this firmware will help you:

Fix persistent bootloop and system crash issues caused by corrupted HyperOS updates
Resolve frozen tablet during first boot after OS transitions
Recover from bricked or completely unresponsive states due to interrupted flashing
Restore proper storage recognition and partition integrity
Return to factory stock HyperOS 3 with all optimizations for Snapdragon 8 Elite

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CRUCIAL WARNING – Premium Tablet Firmware:
The Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro uses Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (SM8750-AB) with UFS 4.1 storage. Flashing requires latest platform-tools v35.0.0+. Tablet is Wi-Fi only with no SIM slots. First boot after flashing takes 20-30 minutes (Dolby Vision & HDR calibration). Do not interrupt power or remove cable during flashing or tablet will be permanently bricked. This is a tablet, not a phone — flashing tools and procedures are different.

Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro (piano) Firmware Details

Detail	Information
Device Name	Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
Codename	piano
Model Number	25091RP04C (China)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
GPU	Adreno 830
Android Version	Android 16.0
HyperOS Version	OS3.0.6.0.WPYCNXM
Build Date	2025-10-10
File Type	Fastboot TGZ Archive
File Size	10.53 GB
Display	11.2″ IPS LCD, 2136 x 3200 (3:2), 144Hz, 800 nits
RAM Options	8GB, 12GB, 16GB LPDDR5X
Storage Options	128GB, 256GB, 512GB UFS 4.1
Battery	9200 mAh, 67W wired charging
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 6E/7, Bluetooth 5.4, No Cellular
Stylus Support	Yes, magnetic detachable stylus
Notable Features	Dolby Vision, HDR Vivid, 4-speaker Dolby Atmos, 50MP main + 32MP ultrawide cameras

Download Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro Firmware

Filename	Region	Android	HyperOS	Build Date	Size	Download
piano_images_OS3.0.6.0.WPYCNXM_20251010.0000.00_16.0_cn_f3836404b0.tgz	China	16.0	OS3.0.6.0	2025-10-10	10.53 GB	Official Link

File Information: This is the stable HyperOS 3.0.6.0 build for the Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro (piano). It contains all system partitions, bootloader, recovery, and system optimizations for Snapdragon 8 Elite. Build date of October 10, 2025 indicates this is recent and includes the latest Dolby Vision calibration data and security patches. No custom ROM alternatives available yet for this tablet.

Before You Begin ⚙️

💾 Backup Data: This flashing process erases all data. Use cloud backup or USB transfer first.
🔋 Battery Charge: Charge to at least 70% before starting (9200 mAh battery is large).
💻 PC Requirements: Windows 10/11 with USB 3.0 Type-C port. Mac/Linux not officially supported for this device.
🔧 Platform Tools: Download latest Android SDK platform-tools (v35.0.0+) from Google Developer site.
🔌 USB Cable: Use original Xiaomi USB-C cable. Flashing fails with poor-quality cables.
📦 7-Zip Software: Install 7-Zip to extract the TGZ firmware file (Windows built-in tools may fail).
⚡ Stable Power: Connect PC to UPS if possible. Power loss during flashing permanently bricks the tablet.

📱 Quick Flashing Guide

Fastboot Flashing Method

Extract Firmware: Use 7-Zip to extract piano_images_OS3.0.6.0.WPYCNXM_20251010.0000.00_16.0_cn_f3836404b0.tgz to a folder on your PC.
Install Drivers: Double-click setup.bat or install_drivers.cmd in the extracted folder to install Qualcomm fastboot drivers.
Enter Fastboot Mode: Power off the tablet completely. Hold Volume Down + Power for 10 seconds until fastboot screen appears.
Connect & Flash: Connect tablet to PC via USB-C. Open command prompt in firmware folder and run: flash_all.bat
Complete Recovery: Wait for green “OKAY” messages for all partitions. Tablet will reboot automatically. Allow 20-30 minutes for first boot (do not force power off).

Need Help? Refer to our detailed guide: Complete Fastboot Flashing Tutorial for Qualcomm Tablets

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. My Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro is frozen on the Xiaomi logo during first boot after flashing. What should I do?: This is normal for Snapdragon 8 Elite tablets. After flashing, the system calibrates Dolby Vision, HDR, and display settings for the 144Hz panel, which can take 20-30 minutes on first boot. Do not interrupt power. Let it sit plugged in. If it remains frozen after 40 minutes, force reboot (hold power 30 seconds) and try again. If stuck on second attempt, re-flash firmware as the file may have been corrupted during extraction.
Q2. I’m getting “fastboot: error: insufficient permissions” or device not recognized in fastboot. How do I fix this?: First, ensure you’re using the latest platform-tools (v35.0.0+). Run command prompt as Administrator. Uninstall and reinstall drivers from the extracted firmware folder. Try a different USB-C cable and use a USB 3.0 port directly on your PC (not USB hub). On Windows, check Device Manager for “Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader” — if missing or marked with error, reinstall drivers manually. Finally, disable Windows USB Power Saving mode: right-click your USB device in Device Manager → Properties → Power Management → uncheck “Allow computer to turn off this device.”
Q3. The extraction process failed or created corrupted files. How can I extract the TGZ file properly?: The piano firmware is a large TGZ file (10.53 GB) that requires proper extraction. Windows built-in zip cannot handle this format. Download and install 7-Zip (free software), then right-click the TGZ file → 7-Zip → Extract Here. Wait 5-10 minutes for extraction to complete (do not interrupt). If extraction still fails, download the file again as it may have been corrupted during download. Verify file integrity using MD5 hash if available on the download source.
Q4. After flashing, my tablet shows “Waiting for WiFi Connection” stuck screen and won’t proceed. What’s the issue?: HyperOS 3 requires WiFi setup on first boot to download optimization packages. Connect your tablet to WiFi (press Volume Up to access WiFi list during setup). If WiFi is unavailable, press Volume Down repeatedly to skip setup and access system. Once in system, manually connect to WiFi in Settings → WiFi. You can also complete initial setup by connecting to a mobile hotspot from your phone. If the screen remains stuck after WiFi connection, perform another reboot.