How to distribute the Internet from the phone Xiaomi: all ways and settings

Modern Xiaomi smartphones are not only devices for calls and instant messengers, but also full-fledged mobile routers. You may need to distribute the Internet from your phone to a laptop, tablet or other gadget when you travel, at the country house or when the main Wi-Fi suddenly turned off. However, many users face problems: the access point does not turn on, the devices do not connect, or the operator blocks the function.

In this article, we will analyze all ways of distributing the Internet on Xiaomi, Redmi and smartphones. POCO — From a standard Wi-Fi access point to USB-You'll learn how to get around mobile phone restrictions, set up secure passwords and fix bugs, and if your phone doesn't want to share the Internet, there's a checklist at the end of this article to diagnose and fix problems.

1. Preparation of Xiaomi phone for the distribution of the Internet

Before you turn on the hotspot, make sure your smartphone is ready for this task.

• 📶 Mobile Internet: Make sure that the phone has mobile data enabled (icon) 4G/5G or LTE Without an active connection, the distribution will not work.
• 🔋 Battery charge: Internet distribution is very charge-consuming. If the battery level is below 20%, connect the phone to charge - some models automatically turn off the access point when the charge is low.
• 🔒 Operator restrictions: Some tariffs (e.g., "For a smartphone" from MTS or "Unlimited" from Tele2) block the distribution of the Internet.
• 📱 Version. MIUI: On older versions of firmware (below) MIUI 12) some functions may be missing. Update the system to Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.

If you use Xiaomi with two SIM-By map, select the one that activates the mobile Internet. To do this, go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Mobile Internet and specify the desired SIM.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro) POCO X3 Pro) when the access point is activated, Wi-Fi automatically shuts down. This is normal behavior - the phone cannot simultaneously receive and distribute Wi-Fi.

2. Internet distribution via Wi-Fi (access point)

The most popular and convenient way is to create a Wi-Fi hotspot, which is suitable for connecting laptops, tablets, other smartphones and even smart TVs.

1. Open the settings on your phone.
2. Go to Network and Internet → Access Point and modem (on some models, the path may differ: Connections → Modem and access point).
3. Select the Wi-Fi Access Point.
4. Activate the Wi-Fi Access Point slider.

By default, the phone will generate a network name (SSID) and password.

• 🔑 Network name: Click on the current name (for example, Xiaomi_1234) And you can type in a new one. Use the Latin alphabet -- Cyrillic may not be supported on some devices.
• 🔐 Password: Minimum length — 8 We recommend using a combination of letters, numbers and characters (e.g, MiWiFi_2026!).
• 🛡️ Type of security: Leave WPA2-PSK — It is the best balance between safety and compatibility.

After setting up, connect to the network from another device by entering the password set. If the connection does not occur, try:

• 🔄 Reboot the phone and the device that connects.
• 📡 Switch Wi-Fi from 2.4 GHz to 5 GHz (or vice versa) in the access point settings.
• 🚫 Shut down. VPN Proxies on the phone – they can block data transmission.

3. Internet distribution via USB (USB-modem)

If you don’t have access to Wi-Fi (for example, a laptop adapter is broken), you can use it. USB-It's more stable than Wi-Fi, and it uses less battery power. USB-cable (preferably original).

Instructions for setting:

1. Connect your phone to your computer or laptop through USB-cable.
2. On your phone, select the Data Transfer Connection Mode (or MTP if the first option is not available).
3. Go to Settings → Network and Internet → Access Point and modem.
4. Activate the option. USB-modem.

In a few seconds, the computer will have a new network connection.

• 🖥️ Check if the drivers for your Xiaomi are installed on your PC. You can download them on the official Xiaomi website.
• 🔌 Try another one. USB-Port or cable – faulty equipment can block data transmission.
• 🔒 Turn off the firewall or antivirus on your computer – they sometimes block new connections.

⚠️ Note: On some models POCO (for example, POCO F3) USB-The modem may not work when connecting to ports. USB 3.0 (blue connectors). Use the port USB 2.0 (black).

Important: When used USB-The modem will charge from the computer, but slower than the original charger. If you need to simultaneously distribute the Internet and quickly charge the phone, use the device. USB-power-hub.

4. Internet distribution via Bluetooth

Bluetooth connectivity is suitable for connecting devices that don’t support Wi-Fi or USB, such as some smartwatches or older laptops, which is less stable and slower than Wi-Fi, but saves battery life.

How to set up:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on both devices.
2. On Xiaomi, go to Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and find the device you want to give away the Internet to.
3. Connect to it (it may require code confirmation).
4. Return to Settings → Network and Internet → Access Point and modem and activate Bluetooth modem.

On the connected device, you may need additional configuration, for example, on Windows you need:

1. Open Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices.
2. Find your Xiaomi phone in the list and click Connect through → Access Point.

The data transfer speed via Bluetooth usually does not exceed 3 Mbit / s, so this method is suitable only for easy tasks: messengers, mail, web surfing. For high-resolution video or downloading large files, it is better to use Wi-Fi or USB.

5. Mistakes and problems in the distribution of the Internet

Even if you set it up correctly, you can have problems.

If none of these methods worked, try resetting your network settings:

1. Go to Settings → Network and Internet → Additional → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile network and Bluetooth.
2. Confirm the reset.
3. Reboot your phone and reset the access point.

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi firmware (especially custom) access point may not work due to the absence of the tethering.conf file. In this case, only the phone flashing to the official version will help. MIUI.

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If the hotspot is unstable, try changing the Wi-Fi channel manually. To do this, download the WiFi Analyzer app from Google Play, find the least loaded channel and set it in the hotspot settings.

6. How to circumvent the operator's restrictions on the distribution of the Internet

Many Russian operators (MTS, Beeline, Tele2, MegaFon) block the distribution of Internet at tariffs for smartphones.

• 🔄 Shift. APN: Sometimes manually adjusting the access point helps (APN). For example, MTS can be used for APN Internet.mts.ru instead of the standard mts.
• 📡 VPN-Bypass: Install VPN You can use your phone (e.g. 1.1.1.1 or ProtonVPN) and turn it on before activating the hotspot. This doesn't always work, but some users report success.
• 📱 Distribution applications: Programs like PdaNet+ ClockworkMod Tether can bypass locks but require root rights.
• 💳 Fare change: The most reliable way is to switch to the tariff with the allowed distribution (for example, "Unlimited Pro" from Tele2 or "Tariff for modems" from MTS).

If you decide to change your APN, do so carefully:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Access points (APN).
2. Click on the current APN and select Change (or create a new one).
3. Enter the data for your operator (they can be found on the official website).
4. Save and select a new APN.

Be careful: Incorrect APN settings can lead to loss of mobile Internet. If the network is lost after changes, return the standard settings or contact the operator for support.

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Changing APNs can disrupt mobile internet, always write down the initial settings before experimenting or take screenshots.

7. Optimizing Internet Distribution: Speed and Stability

To make the access point work faster and more stable, follow these tips:

• 📶 Choose the right Wi-Fi range: 2.4 GHz – better through walls, but slower and prone to interference. 5 GHz – faster, but worse works over a long distance.
• 🔋 Turn off battery savings for the Settings app: Go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Settings. Select the battery. → No restrictions.
• 📴 Limit the number of connected devices: The more gadgets are connected to the access point, the slower the speed. Optimally, no more than 5 devices.
• 🔄 Update the firmware: In new versions MIUI Often improves the stability of modem modem.

If you distribute the Internet to a laptop, you can further optimize the connection on the Windows side:

• Turn off automatic updates of applications and systems.
• Use a browser with traffic compression (for example, Opera with Turbo mode enabled).
• Turn off background apps that consume the internet (like OneDrive or Steam).

To check the actual speed, use Speedtest, run the test on your phone and on your connected device, the difference should not exceed 20-30%. If the speed on the connected device is much lower, the problem may be in the settings of the access point or in the device itself.

8. Alternative ways of distributing the Internet

If standard methods do not work, alternative solutions can be tried:

• 🌐 Reverse Tethering: Computer-to-phone Internet transfer (reverse modem) USB-Cable and ReverseTethering NoRoot.
• 📡 Portable router: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Wi-Fi Router) 4C) Supports connection to the mobile network through USB-Put the modem in. SIM-map to router and distribute Wi-Fi directly.
• 📱 Distribution apps: NetShare - does not require root, but does not work on all models. FoxFi - supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, but can be blocked by carriers.

For Reverse Tethering without root rights:

1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB.
2. Install ReverseTethering NoRoot (you can download from XDA Developers) on your PC.
3. Start the program and follow the instructions.

This is useful if you have internet on your computer (e.g., via Ethernet) and your phone doesn’t, but it requires additional settings and may not work on newer versions of Windows.

FAQ: Frequent questions about giving away the Internet with Xiaomi