How to get it. SIM-Map from Xiaomi Redmi Note 7: instructions with photos and videos

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is one of the most popular smartphones of the brand, but even experienced users sometimes have difficulties with extraction. SIM-Unlike today's flagships with electronic slots, this model is equipped with a classic physical tray that requires accuracy. In this article, we will examine all the ways of accessing the SIM, from standard extraction to abnormal situations (jammed tray, lost key, damaged connector).

The Redmi Note 7 features a hybrid slot that supports either two nano-SIMs or one SIM+ microSD card, which means that if you unwisely extract it, you can damage not only the tray, but also the contacts for memory, and we will tell you how to avoid typical errors, which tools to use, and what to do if the SIM is stuck inside the case.

At the end of the article you will find FAQ answering frequent questions (for example, can you open a tray without a paper clip) and a compatibility table SIM-If you have never worked with hybrid slots, be sure to read the section on the differences between nano-SIM and microSD so you don’t confuse them when installing them.

Preparation: What will be needed to extract SIM-map

Before you start retrieving, make sure you have everything you need. 90% of the time, a standard kit is enough, but sometimes additional tools are required - especially if the tray is jammed or the key is lost.

Here's the minimum set:

• 🔑 The key to extract the tray (companies with the phone) If you lose it, a paper clip or needle with a diameter of no more than 0.8 mm will fit.
• 📱 A flat surface (table, tray) so as not to drop the tray or simk.
• 🔦 Lantern (optional) – will help to inspect the slot for damage.
• 🧲 Magnet (if the SIM has fallen inside the body).

Important: do not use sharp objects (knives, forks, toothpicks) to extract the tray; they can scratch the case or damage the sealing ring, which will lead to dust entering the smartphone. If there is no paper clip at hand, it is better to buy a new key - it costs a penny (about 50-100 rubles).

Step-by-step instructions: how to remove SIM-map from Redmi Note 7

The process of extracting the SIM takes less than a minute, if you follow the algorithm, the main thing is not to put too much effort and act smoothly.

1. Turn off your smartphone (optional but recommended for safety) Press and hold the power button, then select Turn off.
2. Put the Redmi Note 7 screen down on a flat surface. SIM-The card is located on the left end (near the volume buttons).
3. Put the key (or paperclip) into a small hole next to the slot, and you'll feel a little resistance -- that's okay.
4. Press with a little effort until the tray "pop out" 1-2 mm. After that, pull it with your fingers until completely removed.
5. Get it out carefully. SIM-If you use two SIMs, remember their location (slot) SIM1 usually marked on a plastic holder).

To put the tray back in, repeat the action in reverse order. Make sure the SIM is in the contacts down (the golden side should "look" at the phone body). If the tray is not inserted, check if the cards are correctly installed and if there are no burrs on them.

What to do if the tray is jammed or the key is lost

Situations where the tray does not come out after you press the key are rare, but they are possible. The causes are usually two: mechanical damage (for example, after a phone falls) or dirt getting into the slots. Let's look at the solutions for each problem.

Method 1: The tray is not extended when the key is pressed

If the key rests, but the tray does not come out:

1. Try pressing harder (but not fanatically!) Sometimes the mechanism sticks to dust.
2. Swing the key left-right inside the hole while pressing it, which will help move the jammed mechanism.
3. Use a flat screwdriver (thin for glasses, for example). Carefully tuck the tray on the side, trying not to scratch the body.

Method 2: No key to replace

It'll do.

• 📎 The sleeve (steer it to the right end of the length) ~3cm).
• 🪡 A needle for sewing (only if it is not too thin).
• 🖊️ The rod from the gel handle (stripe to the desired length).
• 🔧 Special key from another smartphone (such as Samsung or Huawei).

⚠️ Warning: If the tray still does not come out, do not make excessive efforts! SIM-In this case, it is better to contact the service center. The average cost of replacing the slot for Redmi Note 7 is 800-1500 rubles.

How to get it. SIM-card if it falls inside the phone

One of the most frustrating things is when the SIM falls out of the tray and stays inside the body, and this can happen if the phone falls down or the tray is pulled at an angle, and 80 percent of the time, you can get the SIM without disassembling the phone, using a magnet or tweezers.

Algorithm of action:

1. Take a strong neodymium magnet (like a hard drive or speaker) and hold it to the slot area and gently run it along the case, and the Simka will be attracted to the magnet.
2. If you don't have a magnet, use a thin tweezer with curved ends. Try to pick up a SIM through the tray hole.
3. In extreme cases, turn the phone down and shake it a little. Sometimes the SIM will fall out on its own (but it only works if it is not stuck under the battery).

If the SIM doesn't come out anyway, you'll have to take the phone apart.

• 🔧 A set of screwdrivers (cross and flat).
• 🧲 Screen removal suction cup (optional).
• 📱 Plastic mediator for disengaging the body.

⚠️ Attention: Disassembly of Redmi Note 7 without experience is fraught with damage to the plumes of the screen or fingerprint. If you are not sure of their abilities, contact the service. The cost of extracting the SIM in the workshop: 300-600 rubles.

The difference between nano-SIM and microSD: how not to confuse the installation

The hybrid slot in Redmi Note 7 supports two options:

1. Two nano-SIMs (for two phone numbers)
2. One nano-SIM + microSD (for memory expansion).

It's important not to confuse the cards when you install them, or you can damage the contacts.

If you put a microSD in a nano-SIM slot, the phone won't recognize it, and the contacts can bend, and the same thing happens if you try to insert the SIM into the memory card slot. Always check the label on the tray:

• 📱 SIM1 and SIM2 — for nano-SIM.
• 💾 TF or microSD for a memory card.

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If you often rearrange the SIMs, take a photo of the tray before removing it, which will help you not confuse the cards when you reverse install.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even experienced users sometimes make mistakes when working with the Internet. SIM-These are the most common ones:

1. Removing the tray when the phone is on. It won't hurt the device, but it can cause the mobile network to crash. It's always best to turn off the smartphone.
2. Using inappropriate tools: Toothpicks, knives and forks scratch the body and can break the tray mechanism.
3. Install the SIM upside down, the contacts should be facing the back of the phone, and if you confuse it, the phone won't see the card.
4. Pressing the tray hard when you install it, and it can bend the contacts inside the slot, and the SIM will not recognize.

If after retrieving the SIM, the phone stopped seeing the network, try:

• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone.
• 📶 Manually select the operator in the settings (Settings) → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Choice of network).
• 🔧 Wipe the contacts of the sim and tray with a dry cloth (sometimes oxidation interferes with the connection).

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If the SIM is not detected after all the manipulations, the problem may be in the card itself (damaged) or in the phone communication module.

Video instruction and additional resources

If you can easily perceive information visually, we recommend watching a video with a step-by-step analysis of the process. Pay attention to official Xiaomi channels or proven technical blogs - they usually show the process without unnecessary "special effects".

Useful links:

• 🎥 YouTube videos (look for high-rated videos).
• 📖 Official support for Xiaomi (there are schemes for different models).
• 🛠️ Forum 4PDA (Redmi Note 7 section where users share experiences).

If you're planning to take your phone apart to retrieve the SIM, check out the Teardown of this model to help you understand where the mounts are and how to avoid damaging the plumes. For example, the Redmi Note 7 has a battery glued to it, and it's not recommended to tear it off without special tools.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions