Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro is one of the most popular smartphones in the budget segment, but even experienced users sometimes have difficulties with extracting the tray for the smartphone. SIM-Unlike flagship models, where the mechanism is often equipped with a spring-loaded lock, it requires precise technique to avoid damaging the plastic holder or contacts.
This article will not just tell you how to get out. SIM-It's a map from the Redmi Note 8 Pro, but it also helps to avoid the typical mistakes, from the tray breaking to the dust getting into the connector, and we'll sort out all the ways, from the standard one with a paper clip to alternative methods if the standard tool is lost. And you will learn what to do if the tray jammed after the fall of the phone or it is not fixed in the nest.
Important: Extraction procedure SIM-The design of the card on this model is nuanced by the design of the case, for example, too much press on the paper clip can lead to the pressing of the sealing gum, which subsequently causes problems with moisture protection (even in uncertified ones). IP-Device standard. therefore follow the instructions carefully.
Preparation: What will be needed to extract SIM-map
Before you start the procedure, make sure you have everything you need, and 90 percent of the time, users damage the tray or nest because of the use of the wrong tools.
- 📎 A paper clip or a special key (complete with the phone) The diameter of the wire must not be thicker than 0.8 mm, otherwise you risk bend the lock.
- 🔦 A flashlight is useful if you're doing it in a poorly lit area. The tray extraction hole on the Redmi Note 8 Pro is inconvenient, and without the backlight, you can easily miss.
- 🧴 Alcohol wipes - to clean the contacts of the tray and the nest, if SIM-The card is poorly recognized after extraction.
- 📱 Spare. SIM-map (optional) to check the operability of the nest after manipulation.
If you don't have a Xiaomi brand key, don't use pins or needles, they're too thin and they can break inside the hole. In extreme cases, an unburred stationery clip will do, but the end should be smooth, without burrs.
⚠️ Warning: Never try to remove the tray if the phone is on and discharged below 10%.If the power is suddenly turned off during the procedure (for example, if you hit the power button), the modem may fail, and SIM-The card will no longer be determined even after the reboot.
Standard method: extracting the tray with a paper clip
This is the official method recommended by Xiaomi, and it's suitable for most situations, as long as the tray is not damaged or jammed.
- Turn off your smartphone (required!) Even in sleep mode, you may short-circuit when you touch the metal parts of the tray.
- Find the tray extraction hole. On the Redmi Note 8 Pro, it's on the left end (if you look at the screen), just below the volume button. The hole is barely noticeable, so look closely.
- Insert the paperclip into the hole at an angle of 15-20 degrees (not perpendicular!). Press until you click, which means that the tray lock has snapped.
- Carefully pull the tray over you. Don't make any effort -- if it doesn't come out, it means the lock hasn't fully snapped (repeat step 3).
If the tray is taken out, but SIM-The card is stuck to the contacts, don't try to nail it - use a plastic card (for example, a bank card) to pick up the edge. Metal objects can scratch the gilding on the contacts.
Phone off | Tool (clip/key) ready | Recovery hole found |No liquids/dust near-->
Alternative methods if the paper clip is not at hand
There are different situations: lost key, a paper clip broke, or the tray jammed, in which case you can use the tools at hand, but with caution.
Method 1: Use of headphones with a 3.5 mm connector
If you have wired headphones with a metal plug, they can be adapted:
- Cut off part of the wire, leaving 3-5 cm from the plug.
- Heat the plastic shell of the plug with a lighter and remove it by baring the metal rod.
- Then put the rod in the hole to remove the tray and press (as with the paper clip).
The advantage of this method is the strength of the metal, but be careful: if you overheat the plug, the plastic will start to emit toxic fumes.
Method 2: Tape or Scotch (for "dried" trays)
If the tray is slightly outstretched but not out, stick a double-sided tape or a wide looped stationery tape to the end of the tray. Then pull the free edge. This is a good way to do it if the hold is snapped but the tray is stuck because of dust.
What if a tray falls out of a nest inside the phone?
Common Problems and Their Solutions
Even with careful extraction of the tray, there can be problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The tray is not fixed in the nest | The locker bent or the dirt got in. | Clean the nest with alcohol, check the spring of the fixator for bends |
| SIM-The card is not determined after extraction | Oxidation of contacts or chip damage | Wipe your contacts with a smoother, try another one. SIM-map |
| The tray jammed after the phone fell | Deformation of the housing or displacement of internal elements | Device analysis is required in the service |
| The paperclip doesn't press the lock. | The hole is clogged with dust or the tool is too thin | Use a thicker paperclip or clean the hole with compressed air |
⚠️ Note: If after removal SIM-card phone stopped seeing the network, but the tray is inserted correctly, check the settings in the Settings menu → SIM-Maps and mobile networks. Sometimes the failure happens at the software level, so rebooting or resetting the network will help.
What to do if the tray breaks: temporary and permanent solutions
Breaking the tray for SIM-And it's not uncommon, especially if you take it out a lot. In the Redmi Note 8 Pro, the plastic holder can crack when you press it hard, or if the phone falls on the end:
- 🔧 Temporary lock: Wrap the tray with a thin rubber band (for example, from a pharmacy can) - this will increase friction and help keep it in the nest.
- 🛠️ Replacement tray: The original tray for the Redmi Note 8 Pro costs about 300-500 rubles. You can replace it yourself if you carefully tuck in the old plastic card and insert a new one.
- 📶 Use eSIM: If your operator supports virtual SIM-But the Redmi Note 8 Pro doesn't have an eSIM built-in, so this option doesn't work.
If the tray is cracked but still holding, don't use it, because over time, the plastic will crumble and the fragments may get inside the phone. You'd better replace it right away or contact the service.
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Before you replace the tray, take a picture of it from all sides. There is a slight asymmetry in the slots in the Redmi Note 8 Pro, and the new tray can be inserted incorrectly, leading to a spell.
How to avoid problems in the future: prevention
In order not to face a breakage of the tray or nest, follow these tips:
- 🔄 Minimize extraction: Every time you pull out the tray, you risk damaging the lock. SIM-once-and-for-long.
- 🧼 Clean the contacts: Once every 3-6 months, wipe the contacts of the tray and SIM-This will prevent oxidation and poor contact.
- 🛡️ Avoid moisture: Even if the phone does not have official water protection, the sealing gum around the tray partially protects against dust.
- 📦 Store the tray correctly: If taken out for a long time, put it in a bag with silica gel (it comes in boxes with shoes or electronics) - this will prevent corrosion.
If you travel frequently and change SIM-Consider buying an adapter for two SIM-It allows you to insert two nano-SIMs into one tray, but note that in the Redmi Note 8 Pro, this will disable the microSD slot.
Video instruction and additional resources
For clarity, we recommend watching the video with the process of extracting the tray on the Redmi Note 8 Pro.
- How exactly is the paper clip relative to the body (inclination angle).
- The click sound when the fixator is snapped - it should be distinct.
- The smoothness of the tray movement - if it goes tight, then something is wrong.
Useful links:
- Official support for Xiaomi – here you can order the original tray.
- 4PDA Forum is a theme for Redmi Note 8 Pro with user tips.
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If the tray is not removed on the third attempt, stop the manipulation and contact the service. In 80% of cases, self-attempts after that lead to breakage of the nest.