How to connect the Internet on your phone Xiaomi: 5 working ways

Xiaomi’s modern smartphone without access to the Internet loses half of its functions: messengers stop working, apps don’t update, and the browser refuses to open pages. Fortunately, you can connect the Internet on Redmi, POCO or Mi devices in less than a minute — if you know the right sequence of actions. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways, from configuring the mobile Internet (3G/4G/5G) to connecting to Wi-Fi and creating an access point.

Xiaomi phones feature MIUI, which sometimes hides the necessary settings behind unnecessary tabs, we will show you where to look for network settings, how to fix typical errors (for example, “Without Internet access” or “Save, protected WPA”) and what to do if the smartphone does not see the network. All instructions are relevant for models 2020-2026, including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 and Xiaomi 13T.

1. Connecting the mobile Internet (3G/4G/5G)

Mobile Internet is the most universal way to get online if there is no Wi-Fi nearby. SIM-active tariff card and correct settings APN (On new Xiaomi smartphones, settings are usually set automatically, but sometimes manual adjustments are required.

To enable mobile internet:

1. Open the Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Choose yours. SIM-card (if two of them).
3. Activate the mobile data switch.
4. Make sure that the network type bar is 4G (recommended) or 5G (if supported).

If the Internet does not work after turning on, check the APN settings:

• 📱 Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [Yours. SIM] → Access points (APN).
• 🔍 Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select New Access Point.
• 📝 Fill in the fields according to your operator’s data (example for MTS below).
• 💾 Save the settings and restart the phone.

Name: MTS|APN: internet.mts.ru| Username: mts| Password: mts

Name: Beeline|APN: internet.beeline.ru| Username: beeline|Password: beeline.

Name: MegaFon|APN: internet|Username: gdata|Password: gdata

Name: Tele2|APN: internet.tele2.ru| Username: (leave blank)| Password: (leave blank)

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⚠️ Note: If after manual adjustment APN The internet is not working, check the balance. SIM-Some operators block access to the network with a negative balance, even if the tariff is unlimited.

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

Wi-Fi is the fastest and most cost-effective way to connect to the Internet. On Xiaomi smartphones, the connection process takes only a few seconds, but sometimes there are problems with authentication or speed, and let's figure out how to connect correctly.

Instructions:

1. Open the Settings. → Wi-Fi.
2. Activate the Wi-Fi switch (if it is turned off).
3. In the list of available networks, select the desired one and enter the password.
4. Press Connect.

If the network is not connected, try:

• 🔄 Reboot the router (turn it off power for 30 seconds).
• 📱 Forget the network on your phone: click on the name Wi-Fi → Delete → reconnect.
• 🔐 Make sure your password is entered correctly (registration is important!).
• 📶 Check if the router has a filter on MAC-address.

3. setting up the access point (internet distribution)

If you want to share the Internet from Xiaomi to a laptop, tablet or other phone, use the hotspot function. This is convenient when traveling or when there is no router at hand. Let's figure out how to turn on the distribution over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or USB.

Instructions for Wi-Fi access point:

1. Open the Settings. → Access Point and modem.
2. Select the Wi-Fi Access Point.
3. Click Access Point Settings:
4. 🔐 Give me the name of the network (SSID).
5. 🔑 Set a strong password (minimum 8 characters).
6. 📶 Select the 2.4 GHz band (for compatibility) or 5 GHz band (for speed).

Wi-Fi hotspot

To save battery power, you can distribute the Internet via USB (need cable) or Bluetooth (slower, but less energy). To turn on these modes, select the corresponding items in the menu Access Point and modem.

⚠️ Warning: When you distribute the Internet through an access point, the Xiaomi phone can get very hot.°C, the smartphone will automatically turn off the distribution. To avoid overheating, remove the case and do not cover the device.

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If the access point often turns off, check the charge saving settings. In Settings → Battery → Performance Mode, select No Limits for the Settings application (it is responsible for the operation of the access point).

4. Solving Connection Problems

Even after setting up the Internet correctly, Xiaomi can work unstable, most often to blame for optimization programs, firmware errors or conflicts with the Internet. SIM-We've put together proven troubleshooting methods.

If the mobile internet is not working:

• 📶 Check coverage area: you may be in a place with a weak signal.
• 🔄 Reboot your phone – it will reset temporary network errors.
• 📱 Make sure that SIM-card inserted SIM 1 (on some Xiaomi models, the second slot does not support the second one) 4G).
• 🔧 Reset network settings: Settings → System system → Reset → Resetting network settings.

If Wi-Fi is connected but the internet is not working:

• 🌐 Check if the internet is working on other devices (e.g. laptop).
• 🔗 Change. DNS: In the Wi-Fi settings, click on the network name → Change the network → Additionally. → Settings IP → Static, in the fields. DNS 1 and DNS 2 enter 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4 (Google) DNS).
• 🔄 Switch the router to another channel (in the router settings, find the Wireless Channel item).

5. Optimizing Internet Speed on Xiaomi

Slow internet on a smartphone is a common problem, especially when connected to congested networks. On Xiaomi, speed can be increased with hidden settings and third-party apps.

Ways to speed up mobile internet:

• 📶 Enable High Speed Mode in Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [Yours. SIM] → Network type (not available on all models).
• 🔄 Turn off automatic network selection and manually select Only LTE (if 4G steady 5G).
• 📴 Remove unused apps that may be consuming traffic in the background.

Ways to speed up Wi-Fi:

• 📶 Switch to the 5GHz band (if the router supports it).
• 🔗 Change the channel width in the router settings to 40 MHz (for MHz) 5 GHz 20/40 MHz (for MHz) 2.4 GHz).
• 📱 Enable Game Mode in Settings → Special facilities → Game mode (reduces delays).

On the Xiaomi 12/13 series and Redmi Note 11/12 models, there is a hidden Network Signal Guru feature that analyzes the quality of communication. To enable it, type the phone code ##4636## in the Phone app and select Network Information.

6. Features of connection on different models Xiaomi

Despite the general firmware MIUI, network settings on budget and flagship models Xiaomi may differ.

On POCO and Redmi with MIUI firmware for POCO, the network menu may look different. For example, APN settings are sometimes hidden in Settings → Connections and Sharing → Mobile Network → Additional.

On flagships (Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Mix Fold 3) available Dual function 5G — simultaneous SIM-map 5G. To turn it on:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Select Dual 5G Mode.
3. Activate the option for both SIM-Cards (if supported by the operator).

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On Xiaomi smartphones with eSIM support (for example, Xiaomi 13 Lite), mobile Internet can work unstable if physical activity is simultaneously active. SIM In this case, disable one of the cards or set the priority in Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Priority SIM-map.

7. Security when connecting to the Internet

Public Wi-Fi networks (in cafes, airports, hotels) are often targeted by hackers. Xiaomi smartphones have built-in security tools, but they need to be properly configured.

How to protect yourself on open networks:

• 🔒 Turn it on. VPN: Settings → Connections and sharing → VPN. Use reliable services like ProtonVPN or Windscribe.
• 🛡️ Disable automatic connection to open networks: Settings → Wi-Fi → Additionally. → Auto-connection to open networks.
• 🔍 Check security certificates: in Wi-Fi settings, click on the network → View the certificate (if any).
• 📱 Install an antivirus (such as Dr.Web or Kaspersky) and scan your device regularly.

Xiaomi has introduced a privacy protection feature with MIUI 14 that blocks apps from accessing your data.

1. Go to Settings → Privacy → Privacy Protection.
2. Activate Location Protection and Tracking Protection options.
3. In the Application Permissions section, disable network access for suspicious programs.

⚠️ Note: If you connect to Wi-Fi at a hotel or airport, never enter personal information (passport, credit card number) on sites without a personal data connection. HTTPS (check the badge 🔒 Attackers can create a fake authorization page to steal data.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi's internet connection