How do you put it in? SIM-Map in Xiaomi Redmi Go: instructions with photos and tips

Smartphone Xiaomi Redmi Go – budget model with support for two SIM-But the process of installing them can be a question for beginners, and unlike flagship devices, where the SIM slot is often placed on the side, it's hidden under the back cover. improper extraction of the tray or installation of the wrong size card can lead to breakage of contacts or even damage to the board.

In this article, you will find step-by-step instructions with a photo, a video guide, a table of compatibility of SIM formats, as well as answers to frequent questions: what to do if the phone does not see the SIM, how to crop the card for nano-SIM, and why Redmi Go does not support microSD with two SIMs. We will also analyze the unique feature of this model – the lack of a hybrid slot, which is why many users face difficulties when choosing between a second SIM and a memory card.

Preparation: what you need to install SIM in Redmi Go

Before you start installing, make sure you have everything you need. Unlike modern smartphones, where the SIM slot opens with a special key, Redmi Go requires the back cover to be removed, which means you will need to:

• 🔧 Plastic blade or mediator (metal objects can scratch the body).
• 📱 SIM-nano-SIM map (3FF, 12.3×8.8 If you have a different size card, you will have to cut it or replace it in the operator's cabin.
• 🔋 Phone off. Removing or installing a SIM when the device is on is fraught with malfunction of the communication module.
• 📍 Well-lit, small slot details and contacts are easily damaged in the dark.

If you are planning to use two SIM-Redmi Go does not support nano-SIM + microSD at the same time, you have to choose between a second SIM or a memory card, and that's a limitation of the hardware architecture of the budget model.

Where is the slot for SIM-Maps in Xiaomi Redmi Go

In Redmi Go, the SIM slot is located under the removable back cover, next to the battery. This is an unusual solution for Xiaomi smartphones, where the tray is usually brought to the side (as in the Redmi Note 7 or Mi A2), where the manufacturer has saved on design, which complicates the installation process.

To find the slot:

1. Turn the phone back upwards.
2. Pay attention to the upper part of the body - there is a small groove for putting the lid.
3. Under the lid, next to the camera, you will see two connectors: one for nano-SIM, the second for nano-SIM/microSD (hybrid).

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If you've never taken the back cover off on a smartphone, practice on an old device.Redmi Go's plastic latches are fragile and can break if you open it sloppy.

Step-by-step instruction: how to insert SIM-map

Follow the algorithm below to avoid damage. If you're afraid of damaging the lid latches, contact the service center, many of the salons install SIMs for free when you buy a tariff.

1. Turn off your smartphone. Hold the power button and select Turn off. Wait for the screen to turn off completely.
2. Remove the back cover. Put the plastic blade in the groove next to the camera and gently pull the lid. Move around the perimeter until all the latches are disconnected. Don't put too much effort into it!
3. Remove the battery (optional). This is optional, but it will make it easier to access the slot. The battery is attached to the connector - pull the tongue up.
4. Install. SIM-Insert the nano-SIM into the slot with the contacts down (the golden part should face the phone body). For the second SIM, use a hybrid slot, but remember: you will not be able to insert a memory card.
5. Make sure the SIM sits tight in the slot, then set the battery (if you've been removed) and snap the back cover. Turn on the device.

If the phone does not see the SIM after turning on, check:

• 🔄 Correct installation (contacts should fit tightly to the connector).
• 📶 Support for frequencies by your operator (Redmi Go works on networks) 2G/3G/4G, but not all ranges).
• 🔧 Network settings in the Settings menu → SIM-maps and mobile networks.

How to cut SIM-Nano-SIM card for Redmi Go

If you have a micro-SIM or mini-SIM card, you can trim it to nano-SIM yourself.

1. Draw a template on the map (download it here) Nano-SIM dimensions: 12.3×8.8 mm.
2. Cut the extra parts with scissors or a stationery knife. Try not to touch the chip.
3. Treat the edges with sandpaper (granularity 1000-1500) so that they do not scratch the slot.

⚠️ Warning: If you damage your contacts when pruning, the SIM will stop working. It is better to order a new nano-SIM from the operator (usually free when saving the number).

Alternatively, you can use a nano-SIM adapter, which you can buy from a communication salon or AliExpress (cost). ~50–100 ₽). The adapter allows you to insert nano-SIM into the slot for micro-SIM, but in Redmi Go this is irrelevant, since the slot is designed only for nano-format.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even experienced users sometimes make mistakes when installing a SIM, and here are the most common:

• 🚫 You have to put the SIM upside down, you have to face down to the phone body, if you mix the sides up, the phone won't see the map.
• 🔋 Trying to insert a SIM when the phone is on, which can cause the communication module to crash or even damage the board.
• 🔄 Using metal objects to open the lid, screwdrivers or knives scratch the body and break the latches.
• 📶 Ignoring the hybrid slot. Many people try to insert two SIMs and a memory card at the same time, not realizing that it's impossible.

If the phone says "No network" after installing the SIM, or "SIM-map not found, follow the following steps:

1. Reset the device.
2. Check if the SIM is active (call from another phone).
3. Update your network settings manually: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [choose SIM] → Type of network.
4. Reset network settings: Settings → System → Reset → Reset settings Wi-Fi, mobile network and Bluetooth.

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If none of these methods worked, the problem could be a hardware malfunction of the slot or antenna module, which requires a diagnosis at the service center.

How to check if Redmi Go recognizes SIM-map

Once you have the SIM installed, you need to make sure that the phone recognizes it correctly, and you can do this in a number of ways:

1. Check the status bar. The top panel of the screen should show up: 📶 Network signal level (strips or indicator). 🏠 Name of the operator (e.g. "MTS", "Beeline"). 📞 Badge SIM-cards (if there are two of them, there will be two icons).

Test call, ask a friend to call your number, and if the call passes, the SIMKA is active.

IMEI check. Enter *#06#. If two IMEIs are displayed, both SIMs are recognized.

If the SIM is not defined, but you are sure that you installed it correctly, try:

• 🔄 Move the SIM to another slot (if you use one card).
• 📱 Wipe the contacts of the SIM and slot with alcohol (possible oxidation).
• 🔧 Update the phone: Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.

Alternative methods: eSIM and adapters

Xiaomi Redmi Go does not support eSIM (embedded SIM card), so this option is eliminated. However, there are other solutions for those who want to use two SIMs and a memory card at the same time:

• 🔄 Adapter "2" SIM + MicroSD. There are adapters that allow you to insert two nano-SIM and microSD into a single hybrid slot, but they often cause communication and heating problems.
• 📱 Cloud storage: If you only need a memory card for photos and videos, use Google Photos or Mi Cloud to automatically upload files.
• 🔧 Replacement with a separate slot model.If the hybrid slot is critical, consider switching to Redmi 7A or Redmi 8A, slots.

⚠️ Attention: Adapters for two SIMs in one slot often block the signal of one of the cards or cause network conflicts.We do not recommend using them in Redmi Go due to unstable operation.

If you need to use two SIMs and a memory card, the best solution is to buy a smartphone with three slots (for example, the Redmi Note 8 Pro or POCO X3).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions