How to take it out safely SIM-Xiaomi Redmi 7: 3 Proven Ways

Why extraction SIM-Redmi 7 cards require caution

Xiaomi Redmi 7, released in 2019, is still popular among users due to its balance of price and functionality. SIM-The cards in this model have features that can cause difficulties in the first extraction. Unlike the flagship devices with magnetic trays, it uses a classic plastic holder with a metal lock.

The main problem is that the slot for the extraction tool (usually included) is very narrow - only 0.8 mm. If you use inappropriate items (clips, needles), the risk of damage to the sealing ring or latch increases significantly. In addition, many users do not know that the Redmi 7 tray is combined: it supports either two nano-SIM or one SIM + microSD. This means that with careless extraction, you can accidentally drop the micro-SD card inside the case.

In this article, we will look at three officially approved extraction methods, tell you about the tools you can use as a last resort, and warn you against typical errors. SIM-The card is not recognized after re-installation.

Official method: use of a paper clip from the set

The safest method is to use the original tool that came in the phone box, which is a metal clip with a curved end of 0.7-0.8 mm in diameter. If you lose this tool, do not try to replace it with the first object you find: too thick a clip can bend the tray lock.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off your smartphone. This is not necessary, but it is recommended to avoid accidental taps on the screen.
2. Find a tray for SIM-The Redmi 7 card on the left end (if you look at the screen) is located between the volume buttons and the headphone slot.
3. Put the tool in a little hole next to the tray, and you can do it with a little effort, and you can click.
4. Carefully pull the tray over you. Don't put too much effort into it: if it doesn't come out, check if it's caught. SIM-margin.

If the tray is not out to the end, do not try to pull it out with your fingers - so you can break the plastic guides. Instead, slightly press it from the side so that it completely comes out of the groove.

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Alternative tools: what can be used instead of paper clips

If the original tool is not at hand, the following items will fit (from best to worst):

• 🔧 Paper clip (unbended, wire diameter not more than 0.8 mm). It is better to use galvanized - it is less flexible.
• 📍 Sewing machine needle (thin, earless) perfect, but requires caution - the sharp end can scratch the body.
• 🖊️ The gel pen rod (empty, no ink) should not be more than 1 mm in diameter.
• 📎 Toothpicking (sharpened under a cone) Risky option - wood can crumble and clog the hole.

Critically, never use metallic objects with threads (screws, screws) or tools that are too thick (nails, spokes), which will deform the tray's hold and will have to be replaced at the service center.

If you only have the wrong tool, try the following life hack: wrap the tip with tape or tape to reduce the diameter. For example, a thick paperclip can be wrapped in 2-3 layers of tape, leaving only the tip free.

Original instrument from the kit |

Paperclip |

Needle or pin |

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What to do if the tray is jammed or does not come out

The situation where the tray is not removed despite all the efforts occurs in ~15% of Redmi 7 users (according to service centers), the reasons can be different from dust hit to mechanical damage to the retainer.

1. Check the force. Push the instrument hard, but not with fanaticism. Click it clearly. If there's no sound, try wiggling the paperclip slightly left-right.
2. Use a hair dryer. Heat the area around the slot with warm air (not hot!) for 30 seconds. Thermal expansion can weaken the lock.
3. If the tray is halfway out but stuck, apply a vacuum cleaner to it at minimum power (through a thin tube), which sometimes helps to suck it out of the groove.
4. If nothing works, don't try to pick out the tray with a knife or a screwdriver, it will damage the motherboard.

One of the rare cases where a tray can jam is when moisture gets into a mechanism, if the phone falls into water or is in high humidity, before being removed. SIM-Dry it in rice or silica gel for at least 12 hours.

How to insert it correctly SIM-Map back: nuances for Redmi 7

Installation SIM-The maps in Redmi 7 have their own features because of the combined tray:

• 📱 Chip position: Nano-SIM contacts should be directed downwards, and the beveled angle should be directed to the outer edge of the phone.
• 🔄 Installation order. If you use two SIM-First (main) card, insert the card into the slot SIM 1 – It has the best network coverage.
• 📷 MicroSD card. If you put a memory card, it should take up a slot. SIM 2.In this case, the second SIM-The card won't work.
• 🔍 Lock check. Once you've set it up, you're going to click on the tray, and if you don't, the cards are wrong.

Frequent error: users insert the tray curved, which is why one of the SIM-To avoid this, put a flashlight in the slot before installation, so you can see if the cards are flat.

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If, after extraction, SIM-The phone stopped catching the network, try the Settings menu → SIM-maps and mobile networks manually select the operator. Sometimes resetting the network settings helps restore the connection.

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even experienced users sometimes make mistakes when working with the Internet. SIM-Redmi 7's maps, and here's the most common ones and how to prevent them:

⚠️ Attention! Never try to remove the tray when the phone is on and the bell is ringing, which can cause the communication module to crash and require the device to be flashed.

• 🔨 Use of force. If the tray doesn't come out, don't push hard, you'll break the machine. You'd better try another tool or go to the service.
• 🔥 Dryder overheating. Some "masters" advise that you heat the case to high temperatures. It's dangerous: you can melt plastic guides or damage the battery.
• 💦 If you use alcohol to clean contacts, make sure it has completely evaporated before installation SIM-map.
• 📱 On the Redmi 7, the chip should be facing down, not up, as on some other Xiaomi models.

Another common problem is the loss of the sealing ring around the tray, which is needed to protect against dust and moisture (although Redmi 7 does not have official IP protection), if the ring has fallen off, carefully install it back before inserting the tray.

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If, after extraction, SIM-The phone stopped charging, check if the dust has fallen into the USB-Sometimes when you press the tray, the trash gets into the adjacent connectors.

Frequent questions about SIM-Maps in Xiaomi Redmi 7

When to contact the service center

Not all problems with SIM-You can do it yourself with cards. Here are the best cases to trust the professionals:

• 🔧 The tray is broken or deformed (visible to the naked eye).
• 📵 The phone stopped seeing any of them. SIM-cards, even knowingly working.
• 💧 The phone got liquid, and then stopped working slot for SIM-map.
• 🔌 After extraction SIM-Cards stopped working other functions (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, charging).

Cost of repairing the tray for SIM-Redmi 7 cards range from 300 to 800 rubles depending on the problem. Replacing the entire communication module (if the motherboard is damaged) will cost 1500-2500 rubles. Before visiting the service, make a backup copy of the data - sometimes you need a complete reset for repairs.

If you are in the warranty period (for Redmi 7 it is 12 months from the date of purchase), do not try to repair the phone yourself. Any intervention will void the warranty. Contact the official Xiaomi service center - the addresses can be found on the mi.com website.

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Before visiting the service, take a picture of your phone's IMEI (printed on the box or available by command *#06#).