How do you put it in? SIM-Map in Xiaomi Mi 10: instructions with photos and nuances

Installation SIM-The cards in a smartphone are a seemingly simple procedure, but even it can raise questions for a beginner.The Xiaomi Mi 10, released in 2020, supports two nano-SIMs or one nano-SIM. + microSD card (depending on the modification). However, not all users know where the slot is located, how to properly remove the tray and what nuances should be considered so as not to damage the device.

In this article, we will look at the process from A to Z, from tool preparation to post-installing checks, and focus on common errors that can cause trays to break or contacts to damage. If you just purchased the Mi 10 or are considering changing operators, bookmark this instruction!

Let us note that all manipulations with SIM-This rule is true for any smartphone, but especially important for Xiaomi flagships, where the tray can be more fragile than budget models. SIM-maps to nano-SIM format (12.3 × 8.8 mm) may render it unusable.

1. What will be required for installation SIM-map

Before you start the procedure, prepare everything you need, unlike old phones, where you can find the right answer. SIM-The card was put under the battery, the Mi 10 uses a retractable tray:

• 📱 Xiaomi Mi 10 smartphone (off!)
• 🪛 Paperclip or special key for extracting the tray (comes complete)
• 📇 Nano-SIM card (or two if your model supports dual-SIM) SIM)
• 🔍 A bright light source (for example, a flashlight on your phone) – useful for viewing the slot
• 🧴 Alcohol wipes (optional, for cleaning contacts)

If you don't have a Xiaomi brand key, a regular stationery clip is fine, and the key is to keep the end flat and have no barbs that could scratch the body, and don't use needles, pins or other sharp objects, because they can damage the locking mechanism of the tray.

Pay attention to the format. SIM-Xiaomi Mi 10 supports only nano-SIM. If you have an old-style card (mini-SIM or micro-SIM), it will have to be trimmed or replaced in the cabin of the operator. Self-trimming is fraught with the risk of chip damage - it is better not to save at this stage.

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If you change often SIM-For example, when traveling abroad, buy an adapter for nano-SIM. it will allow you to use the same card in phones of different formats.

2 Where is the slot for SIM-Maps in Xiaomi Mi 10

In Xiaomi Mi 10 trays for the SIM-The map is located on the left side of the case (if you look at the screen with the face), it is easy to recognize from the small hole next to it - this is the place where you need to insert a paper clip to remove.

Here’s what the slot looks like in the photo (focus on visual tags):

• 📍 Left facet - between the volume buttons and USB-Type C port.
• 🔍 The hole for extracting the tray has a diameter ~1mm and is closer to the top edge of the phone.
• 🚫 On the right side of the Mi 10 slot is not – there is only a power button.

If you can't find the hole, grab a flashlight and look at the case at an angle, which can sometimes be almost invisible, especially on dark models (Mi 10 Pro in "Alpine White" or "Glacial Green").

3. Step-by-step instruction: how to open the tray and insert SIM-map

Now, to the process itself, follow the instructions strictly to avoid errors.

1. Turn off the phone. It's a must-have, insert or remove. SIM-card with the device on is fraught with failures in the operation of the communication module.
2. Find a hole to remove the tray (see the previous section) and insert a paper clip at a 90° angle to the body. Press with effort, but do not overdo it - just a slight click is enough.
3. The tray will move out of the body a little bit. Carefully pull it on you until the end.
4. Place the tray on a flat surface and examine it. It should have a layout. SIM-map: 📱 Slot 1 — Nano-SIM (supports the main system) 4G/5G). 📱 Slot 2 — second nano-SIM or microSD (depending on the modification).

chip down

Carefully insert the tray back into the phone until the characteristic click. Make sure it sits smoothly, without skewing.

Turn on your phone and wait for the registration (usually takes 10–30 seconds).

Xiaomi Mi 10 models for the Chinese market (with the designation C in the model) may not support two SIM-Check the specifications of your version before buying a second card.

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Possible problems and solutions

Even if you follow all the rules, you can have difficulties, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them:

If the tray is still jammed, do not try to pull it out by force. This can lead to a breakdown of the mechanism or damage to the motherboard. In such cases, it is better to contact the service center. For the Xiaomi Mi 10, repairing the slot will cost an average of 1,500-3,000 rubles (depending on the region).

⚠️ Attention, if after installation SIM-The phone stopped turning on or artifacts appeared on the screen, immediately remove the map and tray.This may indicate a short circuit due to moisture or metal dust entering the slot.

5. How to check if it is properly installed SIM-map

After turning on the phone, you need to make sure everything is working correctly.

• 📶 Network indicator: the communication icon should be displayed in the top panel (4G/5G name of operator).
• 📞 Calls: Try calling another number or accepting an incoming call.
• 🌐 Internet: Enable mobile data and open the browser.
• 🔄 Switching SIM (if two cards are available: in settings (Settings) → SIM-Maps and mobile networks should be the option to choose the main SIM call-to-internet.

If the phone only sees one thing SIM-map of two, check it out:

1. Does your Mi 10 Dual SIM support some versions for the Chinese market do not?
2. Are both cards correctly installed (chip down, beveled corner coincides).
3. Is the chip on the second SIM damaged (try it on another phone)

Xiaomi Mi 10 can be set to a priority for each SIM-So, for example, one is for calling and the other is for mobile Internet, which is convenient if you have different rates from the operators.

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If the phone doesn't see any of them SIM-map, the problem could be in the antenna module or firmware, in which case the reset to factory settings or flashing through Fastboot will help.

6. Frequent errors in installation SIM-map

Many users make the same mistakes that lead to broken communications or breakdowns, and this is what you can’t do with the Xiaomi Mi 10 tray:

• 🔌 Insert/extract SIM-card with the phone on - this can cause a failure IMEI or damage to the communication module.
• 🪛 Use inappropriate tools (needles, knives, toothpicks) - they scratch the body and break the tray mechanism.
• 💦 Dragging liquid into the slot (even for cleaning) – contacts will oxidize and the phone will stop seeing SIM.
• 🔄 Excessive effort when installing a tray – if it does not enter easily, then, SIM-card installed incorrectly.

Another common mistake is to use a microSD instead of a second SIM in models where the slot is hybrid. If you insert a memory card, the second SIM will not work (and vice versa).

• 📱 Mi 10 (Global Version) – Dual SIM + microSD (hybrid slot).
• 📱 Mi 10 Pro - Dual only SIM (without microSD support).

⚠️ If you are using the Mi 10 with firmware for the Chinese market, the Dual feature SIM It can be software-enabled. It requires a global flashing to activate it. MIUI.

7. Alternative activation methods SIM-map

After installation SIM-The card is not visible, do not rush to carry the device for repair:

• 🔄 Rebooting: Sometimes a normal phone reboot helps.
• ⚙️ Manual network selection: go to Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Selecting a network and selecting an operator manually.
• 📲 Resetting network settings: in Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting Wi-Fi, Mobile Network and Bluetooth.
• 🔧 Update: Check for updates MIUI In Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.

If none of these methods helped, the problem could be the problem. SIM-If you have a card or a hardware malfunction in your phone, to rule out the first option, try inserting the card into another phone. If it doesn't work there, ask the operator to change it.

To diagnose hardware problems in Xiaomi Mi 10, you can use the engineering menu.

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination ##4636##.
3. Go to the phone information tab and check the status SIM-map.

Warning: Do not change the settings in the engineering menu unless you are sure of their purpose.

8. Care advice SIM-card-and-slot

To avoid problems in the future, follow these guidelines:

• 🧼 Clean the tray of dust and dirt regularly (every 3-6 months). Use a dry soft brush or compressed air.
• 🚫 Do not store your phone in wet conditions – this leads to contact oxidation SIM-map.
• 🔋 Extract. SIM-card for long-term storage (for example, if the phone lies without use for more than a month).
• 📱 Use a slot cutout case to avoid dust getting in.

If you travel frequently and change SIM-If you are a card holder, consider buying eSIM (if your carrier supports this technology). Xiaomi Mi 10 is not equipped with eSIM module, but in new models (for example, Xiaomi 13), this feature is already there. SIM-Adapters, but they can impair communication quality.

Remember that contacts SIM-If you notice that the phone is getting worse at catching the network or periodically "losing" the card, maybe it's time to replace it. SIM-cards - 3-5 years.

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If you plan to sell or transfer the Xiaomi Mi 10 to another person, be sure to extract it from the company. SIM-map and reset to factory settings, which will protect your personal data.

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