How do you put it in? SIM-card to the smartphone Xiaomi Redmi: instructions with photos and videos

Xiaomi Redmi smartphone owners often face the need to install or replace SIM-The card, whether it's when you first set up a new phone, change operator, or add a second SIM, is nuanced, despite its apparent simplicity, from the type of cards supported (nano-SIM, eSIM) to the design of the tray in different models. Installation errors can cause contacts to be damaged, tray jamming or even loss of communication.

In this article, we will analyze the step-by-step algorithm for all popular Redmi models (including Redmi Note 12/13, Redmi 10/11, POCO, etc.), show where the SIM slot is located, how to properly remove and insert the tray, and give tips for solving typical problems. For clarity, we will give photo instructions and video examples, and at the end we will answer frequent user questions.

Preparation: What you will need before installation SIM-map

Before you start the installation, make sure you have everything you need.

• 📱 Xiaomi Redmi Smartphone (Switched Off!) Powered on device could damage contacts SIM-card-installation.
• 📇 Nano-SIM card (or eSIM if your model supports).Please note: Redmi is not compatible with micro-SIM or mini-SIM without an adapter.

If you use two of them SIM-Check if your model supports the Redmi Dual. SIM (In this case, the tray will have two slots: one for nano-SIM 1, the second for nano-SIM 2 or microSD (depending on the configuration).

Before you remove the tray, turn off the phone, and it will prevent the contacts from shorting. SIM-If the phone is dead, charge it to at least 10%, some models lock the tray at a critical charge level.

Where is the slot for SIM-maps in Xiaomi Redmi

Most Xiaomi Redmi models are a slot for SIM-The map is located on the left end of the case (if you look at the screen:

To find a slot, look around the phone body: look for a small hole (~1 mm in diameter) with a metal rim, next to it can be an SIM or a card icon. On some models (for example, Redmi K60), the hole is hidden under a rubber cap, you need to carefully tuck it with your nail.

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If you can’t find the slot, light a flashlight along the end of the phone – the hole will reflect light.

Step-by-step: how to remove the tray for SIM-map

The most critical step is to remove the tray, and if you do it wrong, you can damage the latch mechanism or bend the contacts.

1. Turn off the phone (press the power button and select Turn off).
2. Insert the paper clip into the hole to extract the tray. Press with force until the tray is extended by 1-2 mm.
3. Take the tray out with your fingers carefully. Don't pull the paperclip, it's a way to break the spring!

Critical detail: the insertion angle of the paper clip should be strictly perpendicular to the body. If you tilt the tool, you risk scratching the metal rim of the hole, which will subsequently make it difficult to remove the tray.

Phone off | Paperclip inserted perpendicular |No foreign objects near the slot | The tray moved evenly, without distortions-->

If the tray is not extended:

• 🔧 Check if the hole is contaminated (dust or dirt may block the mechanism).
• 🔄 Try to press the paperclip on the other side (sometimes the spring jams).
• 📱 Make sure the phone is unlocked (on some models, the tray is locked when Find My Device is activated).

⚠️ Warning: If the tray is jammed, do not use brute force. Contact the service center - self-attempts to remove it can lead to damage to the motherboard.

How to insert it correctly SIM-card-tray

When the tray is removed, place it on it. SIM-The map is marked:

• 🔹 The cut on the map (corner) must coincide with the notch on the tray.
• 🔹 The contacts (the golden part) should be facing down to the base of the tray.
• 🔹 If the tray is hybrid (for example, in Redmi Note 12), choose a slot for the game. SIM (usually marked as SIM1 or SIM2).

An example of the correct placement for Redmi 11:

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┌───────────┐




│ │ ← Slot for nano-SIM 1




│ □□□□ │ (cut in upper left corner)




│           │




├───────────┤




│ │ ← Slot for nano-SIM 2 or microSD




│   □□□□   │




└───────────┘

Errors in installation:

• ❌ Inverted map (contacts at the top) → phone won't see SIM.
• ❌ The map is not fully inserted. → The tray is not fixed, the contacts do not touch.
• ❌ Using a micro-SIM without an adapter → card won't enter the slot.

After the card is placed, gently insert the tray back into the slot before clicking. Make sure it has entered evenly - without skewing. If the tray is not fixed, remove it and check if something is disturbing (such as dust or a curved card).

Activation. SIM-postcard

After switching on the phone, Xiaomi Redmi automatically recognizes the new one. SIM-And then you'll ask me to set up the network:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Select Control. SIM-Use the card and activate the card (if there are two).
3. Set priority for calls and mobile internet (e.g. SIM1 for data, SIM2 for SMS).

If the phone can't see SIM-map:

• 🔄 Reset the device.
• 📶 Check if the flight mode is on (turn it off).
• 🔧 Make sure the card is activated with the operator (sometimes it takes time to register online).
• 🛠️ Try inserting. SIM (a) in the other slot (if two of them are in the).

⚠️ Attention: If after installation SIM The phone says "No network" or "SIM-Card not supported, check: Frequency compatibility of your Redmi model (e.g. Redmi Note 12 does not support) 2G No physical damage to the map (scratches on contacts).

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even with the right installation SIM-Xiaomi Redmi users sometimes face difficulties:

If after all the manipulations the problem remains, try resetting the network settings:

1. Go to Settings → System and device → Resetting.
2. Select Network Settings Reset (does not reset data, only network settings).
3. Reboot the phone.

For eSIM models (e.g. Redmi K60 Pro):

• 📱 Activate eSIM via the Settings menu → SIM-map → Add eSIM.
• 📋 Enter the data from the operator (QR-activation).
• 🔄 Restart the device after activation.

Features for different models Xiaomi Redmi

Tray design and support SIM-The maps vary depending on the model. Let's look at the key differences:

• Redmi 10/11 redmi 9: 🔹 Three slots: two nano-SIM and microSD (can be used simultaneously). 🔹 No eSIM support.

For models with a removable cover (for example, Redmi 8A):

1. Turn off the phone and remove the back cover.
2. Remove the battery (if removable).
3. Put it in. SIM-card in a battery slot (usually marked as SIM1/SIM2).
4. Set the battery and the lid back.

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Before buying a Xiaomi Redmi, check whether the model supports simultaneous operation of two SIMs and a memory card. In most new devices (starting with the Redmi Note 11), this is impossible due to the hybrid slot.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions