How to connect the Internet to Xiaomi Redmi: all ways + error solving

The modern Xiaomi Redmi smartphone without an Internet connection loses most of its functionality: messengers stop working, apps don’t update, maps and streaming services are not available. However, the process of setting up a network can be difficult — especially for new owners or after resetting. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to connect to the Internet on Redmi devices (including the Redmi Note 12/13 models, Redmi 10/11 and others), as well as solve typical problems such as a lack of a network or permanent connection breaks.

It is important to understand that the connection algorithm may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI (the shell of Xiaomi) and the model of the smartphone. For example, on the Redmi Note 10 Pro with MIUI 14, the path to network settings will be identical to the Redmi 12 with the same firmware, but may differ from the Redmi 9A on MIUI 12. We will take these nuances into account and provide universal instructions that are relevant to most devices of the line.

1. Wi-Fi connection: step-by-step instructions

The most common and cost-effective way to get online is to use a wireless Wi-Fi network. At Xiaomi Redmi, the connection process is intuitive, but there are a few subtleties that will help avoid errors.

To connect to Wi-Fi:

• 📶 Open Settings (cog icon on the home screen or in the application menu).
• 🔍 Select the Wi-Fi section (usually located at the top of the menu).
• 🔄 Activate the Wi-Fi slider if it is turned off (turns blue).
• 📋 In the list of available networks, find the name of your network and tap it.
• 🔐 Enter the password (if the network is secure) and click Connect.

If the network is hidden (not shown in the list), click Add Network at the bottom of the screen and enter the name (SSID) and password manually. Some MIUI firmware may need to specify a security type (e.g., WPA2-PSK).

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Tip: If your smartphone isn’t connecting to 5GHz, try switching to 2.4GHz in your router settings. Some Redmi models (like the Redmi 9C) don’t support 5GHz on older firmware versions.

2. mobile Internet configuration (3G/4G/5G)

If Wi-Fi is not available, you can use the mobile Internet via SIM-It's a map:

1. Make sure that SIM-The card is activated and supports data transfer (check with the operator).
2. Insert SIM-slot-card SIM 1 SIM 2 (on some Redmi models, mobile internet only works in the first slot).
3. Go to Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [Yours. SIM-map] → Transfer data and enable slider.

If the internet is not automatically running, you may need to manually configure the APN (Access Point) to do this:

• 📱 Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [Yours. SIM] → Access points (APN).
• 🔧 Press Add Add Add. APN and fill in the fields according to your operator’s data (usually listed on the provider’s website).
• 💾 Save the settings and restart the smartphone.

On Redmi models with 5G support (for example, Redmi K50, Redmi Note 12 Pro+), the Network Mode option with the choice of 5G/4G/3G/2G will appear in the mobile network settings. For maximum speed, select 5G (if your carrier supports this standard).

3. Connection via Ethernet (USB-cable)

Few people know, but Xiaomi Redmi smartphones (starting with the Redmi Note 9 and later) support Internet connection via a USB-Ethernet adapter. This is true if you have wired Internet, but no Wi-Fi.

• 🔌 OTG-cable (to connect the adapter to the smartphone).
• 🌐 USB-Ethernet adapter (e.g. on a chip) AX88179).
• 📶 Wire from router or modem.

Connect the adapter to your smartphone via OTG, then insert the network cable. In most cases, the drivers will install automatically, and the Internet will work.

1. Check if the mode is on. USB-modem in settings (Settings) → Connections and sharing → USB-modem).
2. Make sure the adapter is compatible with Android (some models only work with Windows).

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4. Use of the telephone as an access point (internet distribution)

If you have Internet on Redmi, but you need to connect another device (laptop, tablet), you can distribute the network through:

• 📶 Wi-Fi access point;
• 🔌 USB-modem;
• 📱 Bluetooth modem.

To enable Wi-Fi access point:

1. Go to Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wi-Fi Access Point.
2. Click Setting up the Wi-Fi hotspot and set the network name (SSID) and password.
3. Activate the Wi-Fi Access Point slider.

Attention: ⚠️ On some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi) 9T) When the access point is activated, Wi-Fi automatically turns off. USB-modem.

5. Solving Internet Connection Problems

If the internet on Xiaomi Redmi is not working, check out the following points:

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Before diagnosing, restart your smartphone – this solves 30% of network problems.

Problem 1: Wi-Fi is connected, but the Internet is not available

• 🔄 Restart the router (turn off power for 30 seconds).
• 📱 Forget the network on your phone (Settings) → Wi-Fi → [Your network] → Forget) and connect again.
• 🛠️ Check the settings. IP: Go to Settings. → Wi-Fi → [Your network] → Additionally. → Settings IP and choose DHCP (if it's static).

Problem 2: Mobile Internet is not working

• 📶 Make sure you have enough money in your account (sometimes operators block the Internet with zero balance).
• 🔧 Check the settings. APN (see section 2).
• 📡 Manually select the operator network: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [Yours. SIM] → Choice of network → Handheld.

Issue 3: Permanent connection breaks

⚠️ Note: If your smartphone loses network when you lock the screen, turn off the charge saving function for network applications. → Battery and productivity → Choice of applications → [Select a browser or messenger] → No restrictions.

6. Optimizing Internet Speed on Xiaomi Redmi

If the internet is running slowly, try the following ways to speed up:

• 📊 Limit the background activity of applications: Settings → Annexes → Application management → [Select the application] → Limit background activity.
• 🔄 Reset network settings: Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Reset network settings (this will delete all stored Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices!).
• 🛡️ Turn it off. VPN or proxy if not used: Settings → Connections and sharing → VPN.
• 📶 Switch to a different Wi-Fi range (from 2.4 GHz to 5 GHz or vice versa) in the router settings.

To check the real speed of the Internet use applications like Speedtest by Ookla or nPerf. If the speed is lower than the stated operator, contact support - the problem may be on the provider's side.

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On Redmi models with Snapdragon chipset (for example, Redmi Note 11 Pro) mobile Internet speed is higher than on devices with MediaTek processors (for example, Redmi 10C).

7. Features of connection on different models of Redmi

Some Xiaomi Redmi models have unique nuances when setting up the Internet:

If your model is not listed in the table, check the specifications on the official Xiaomi website or in the documents to the device. For accurate identification of the model, go to Settings → About Phone → Model.

8. Security when connecting to the Internet

Using public Wi-Fi networks (in cafes, airports) may put your data at risk to protect yourself:

• 🔒 Use it. VPN (For example, ProtonVPN or Windscribe).
• 🚫 Disable automatic connection to open networks: Settings → Wi-Fi → Additionally. → Auto-connection to open networks.
• 🛡️ Enable the Firewall in the security settings (Settings) → Memory and applications → Security → firewall).
• 🔄 Update your firmware regularly (Settings) → The phone. → Update system, as updates often contain patches of vulnerabilities.

⚠️ Note: On devices with an unlocked bootloader, the risk of picking up malware through the network above. If you are not sure about the security of the firmware, return the official one. MIUI via Mi Flash Tool.

For additional protection, keep track of which apps are using the internet in the background. Go to Settings → Connections & Sharing → Data Use and analyze the statistics.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the Internet connection on Xiaomi Redmi