A modern smartphone is impossible to imagine without constant access to the global network, and devices from Xiaomi are no exception. Users often face the need to quickly set up the Internet after buying a new gadget or changing providers. The connection process usually takes a few seconds, but sometimes a MIUI or HyperOS system can hide important nuances that confuse inexperienced owners.
In this material, we will discuss in detail all stages of setting up a wireless connection, starting from the elementary password input and ending with manually entering static IP-You'll learn why your phone doesn't see your home network, how to switch between frequencies, and what to do if standard methods don't work. A deep understanding of router and smartphone settings will help you avoid typical errors.
Connection stability is directly dependent on the correctness of the data entered and the compatibility of encryption standards. If you have just unpacked the box or moved to a new office, a competent initial setup will save you time in the future.
Basic activation of the wireless module
The first thing you need to do to go online is to physically activate the radio module in the device. In Redmi and POCO smartphones, this process is unified and executed through the Quick Action Panel or the main settings menu. Click on the fan icon in the notification curtain to start searching for available access points in range.
If the automatic search fails, you should go to the advanced communication management menu. To do this, open Settings, then select the Wi-Fi section. Here you will see the switch that you need to move to the active position. The system will immediately start scanning the air and display a list of available networks for connection.
Find the name of your home network in the list (SSID) If the network is password protected, which is the security standard. WPA2/WPA3, You'll see a field to enter the access key, enter the password, follow the letter register, and click "Plug in." The device will try to get the message. IP-router address automatically.
☑️ Checking before connection
The successful connection is confirmed by the appearance of a fan icon in the status bar and a characteristic beep. From now on, the smartphone is ready to transfer data, synchronize accounts and download updates. However, if the icon appeared and the pages in the browser do not load, the problem may lie in the lack of Internet access at the router itself.
Advanced settings and manual settings
Standard settings are suitable for 90% of cases, but in corporate networks or for specific router configurations, manual intervention is required. In the network selection menu, click on the arrow next to your point name or select "Other Network" to open an extended menu. You can change the security protocol and method of obtaining IP-address.
Special attention should be paid to the field "Settings" IP». There's a default value there. DHCP, So if your ISP or network administrator requires a static address, switch that to "Static" and then the input fields will be active. IP-addresses, gateways and DNS-server.
| Parameter | Description | Example of meaning |
|---|---|---|
| IP-address | Unique address of the device in the local network | 192.168.1.55 |
| Gateway (Router) | Address of the device distributing the Internet | 192.168.1.1 |
| Length of prefix | Subnet mask in short recording | 24 |
| DNS 1 | The main domain name server | 8.8.8.8 |
Use of public use DNS-Servers like Google's 8.8.8.8 or Cloudflare's 1.1.1.1 often help speed up page response and bypass ISP locks. Enter data carefully, as a single digit error will make it impossible to connect. Once you save settings, the phone will reconnect with new settings.
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If you don’t know the exact static IP settings, it’s best to leave settings on DHCP to avoid a network address conflict.
Working with 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies
Modern dual-band routers broadcast signals in two bands: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. The 2.4 GHz range has greater range and passes through walls better, but it is heavily loaded with neighbourhood networks and household appliances. The 5 GHz range provides high speeds but has a shorter range and is worse at penetrating through obstacles.
On Xiaomi smartphones with a shell MIUI 12 And more recently, there's a lot of smart networking, which automatically switches the device between frequencies depending on the quality of the signal. 2.4 GHz, even when you are near the router, in which case you can force the desired network, if the router broadcasts them under different names (for example, Home_WiFi and Home_WiFi_5G).
⚠️ Some older Xiaomi smartphone models may not support the standard 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5) or ax (Wi-Fi 6) in the 5GHz band. 5G, Check the specification of your device.
Forcing a connection to a certain frequency through an engineering menu (requires rights or use special applications like Wi-Fi Analyzer to view channels), you can assess the load of the air. If your home has many networks on channel 6, it is better to switch the router to channel 1 or 11 in the 2.4 GHz settings.
Connecting to hidden networks
For security reasons, some administrators hide the network name (SSID) and it doesn't appear in the general list of available connections. To connect to such a point on Xiaomi, you need to scroll down the list of networks in the Wi-Fi menu to the bottom and select "Add Network" or "Other" and in the window that opens, you need to manually enter the exact network name.
It is critical to correctly state the type of security. WPA/WPA2-Personal. If you choose the wrong type of encryption, the phone will endlessly try to get it. IP-Address, but no connection. Once you enter your name and password, click Save, and the device will actively search for the hidden signal.
Hidden networks have one major drawback: a smartphone constantly broadcasts searches for that name, even when you are far from home, which can lead to increased battery consumption, and if you rarely use such a network, it is recommended that you select it from the saved list after use and click "Delete" or "Forget".
Why can the network be hidden?
Solving Connection Problems and Resetting Settings
A situation where the phone sees the network but does not connect to it, or writes “Get a net” IP-The first step is always to restart the module: turn off the Wi-Fi, wait 10 seconds and turn on again. If that doesn't work, try restarting the smartphone and router itself, as there may be errors in the cache.
If the problem persists, it may conflict with the saved network profile: Go to the Wi-Fi settings, click on the problem network and select "Delete Network" or "Forget." After that, try to re-enter the password, often solving the problem of incorrectly stored encryption settings or static IP.
In extreme cases, when no methods work, you can reset your network settings. Please note that this action will delete all stored Wi-Fi passwords and Bluetooth pairs, but will not affect your personal files. → Connection and sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile networks and Bluetooth.
⚠️ Note: After resetting your network settings, you will need to re-enter passwords from all Wi-Fi networks and re-match Bluetooth devices such as watches or headphones.
Frequent errors and their elimination
One common cause of problems is the wrong date and time on the device. Security protocols require time synchronization with the server to verify certificates. If your Xiaomi has a lost date, connection to secure networks may not be possible. Make sure that the date and time settings are ticked with the "Use Network Time" tick.
Another reason is a crowded phone memory or Google Play cache, which is responsible for network services. Clearing the cache of the Google Play Services app through the application management menu can restore the normal operation of the communication module, and it is worth checking whether you have a traffic saving app or a VPN that blocks the connection.
If neither of these methods works, it may be the hardware of the antenna or the software failure of the firmware, which can help reset to factory settings, but before that, make sure to back up the data. Sometimes the solution is to install a fresher or more stable version of MIUI.
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90% of Wi-Fi problems on Xiaomi are solved by restarting the router, deleting the network profile and checking the correctness of the password.