How to distribute the Internet from Xiaomi phone to another Android: all ways + error solving

Modern smartphones Xiaomi on the basis MIUI HyperOS allows you to distribute mobile Internet to other devices in several ways – from a standard Wi-Fi hotspot to little-known functions like USB-But somehow, even experienced users often have problems: the access point does not turn on, the second phone does not connect, the speed drops to an unacceptable level.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to distribute the Internet from Xiaomi Redmi, POCO and Mi smartphones to other Android devices, including hidden settings and bypassing carrier restrictions. And you will learn how to fix typical errors like “Can not turn on the access point” or “Connected without Internet access”, which are not described in the official documentation.

We will focus on speed optimization, because often the distribution through the hotspot works 2-3 times slower than a direct connection to the network, and we will understand why some Xiaomi models (for example, Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or POCO F5) block the distribution of Internet when active VPN or roaming – and how to get around this.

Before you go to the instructions, check two key points:

1. On your tariff is allowed to distribute the Internet (for some operators it is paid or limited).
2. On the receiving phone, traffic saving mode is turned off (it can block the connection to the hotspot).

1. Internet distribution via Wi-Fi hotspot (fastest way)

The standard Wi-Fi hotspot remains the most versatile and fastest method of distributing the Internet; on Xiaomi smartphones, it takes less than a minute to set up, but there are nuances with channel choice and type of security that affect the stability of the connection.

To enable the access point:

1. Open Settings → Connection and Sharing → Modem Modem.
2. Slip on the Wi-Fi Access Point (or Portable Access Point in HyperOS).
3. Set up a network name (SSID), password, and select a frequency range (5 GHz faster but shorter range; 2.4 GHz more stable in apartment buildings).
4. Activate the Wi-Fi Access Point slider.

Xiaomi defaults to WPA2-PSK as a security type — enough to protect against most attacks. However, if you have a Redmi 13C or newer, you can choose WPA3-Personal for enhanced protection (but some older devices won’t be able to connect).

The speed of the hotspot depends on:

• 📶 Operator's fare (3G/4G/5G) — on 5G can be obtained before 1 Gbps, but the real speed rarely exceeds 100–150 Mbit/s.
• 📡 Frequency range – 5 GHz gives more speed, but penetrates worse through walls.
• 🔋 Battery charge - at a level below 15% MIUI automatically shuts down the hotspot.

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If the second phone doesn’t connect to the hotspot, try manually specifying the phone. IP-address in Wi-Fi settings (e.g. 192.168.43.100 with 255.255.255.0 mask).

2. Bluetooth Distribution (saves charge, but slower)

If Wi-Fi is not available for some reason (for example, on an airplane or on the subway), you can distribute Internet via Bluetooth, which consumes less power, but the speed rarely exceeds 2-3 Mbps - enough for instant messengers or mail, but not for high-resolution video.

Instructions for setting:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on both phones.
2. On the handout Xiaomi, go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Modem Modem → Bluetooth modem.
3. Connect your second phone to your Xiaomi via Bluetooth (in the list of available devices).
4. On the receiving device in Bluetooth settings, tap your Xiaomi and select Connect to access the network.

An important nuance: on some models (for example, the POCO X5 Pro), the Bluetooth modem function is hidden.

Enter the code ##6484## → select “Bluetooth Test” → “Enable PAN”

Comparison of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Distribution:

3. Distribution through USB-cable (maximum stability)

USB is the most reliable way to distribute the Internet, especially if you need to work with a laptop or tablet for a long time, speeds comparable to Wi-Fi (up to 100 Mbps), and the battery of the handout phone does not sit down, but even recharges.

How to set up USB-modem:

1. Connect your phone to another device via USB-C (or Micro-USB for older models).
2. In the notification curtain, tap on Charging through USB and select the Transfer of Data (or USB-modem, if such a point exists).
3. Go to Settings. → Connection and sharing → Modem mode → USB-modem and activate slider.

If the paragraph USB-No modem (current for HyperOS on Xiaomi 14 or X-ray) POCO F6), perform the following actions:

Enable Developer Mode (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → Tap 7 times)

Go to Settings → Additional → For Developers

Find the default USB configuration and select RNDIS (USB Ethernet).

Reconnect the cable.-->

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Attention: On some firmware MIUI USB-The modem only works with the original Xiaomi cable. Cheap uncertified cables can cause error "USB-device not identified".

4. Hidden Distribution Features: Dual-Channel and Wi-Fi Direct

Few people know, but Xiaomi has two additional modes of Internet distribution that do not appear in the standard menu:

1. Dual-Channel Hotspot (Dual-Band Hotspot)

Available on flagships like Xiaomi 13 Ultra or POCO F5 Pro, it allows you to distribute Wi-Fi at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz simultaneously, increasing speed and stability.

Enter the code ##4636## → “Wi-Fi information” → “Wi-Fi AP mode” → select “Dual Band”

2. Wi-Fi Direct + Internet Sharing

The feature allows you to connect another phone directly through Wi-Fi Direct and distribute the Internet to it, without creating a separate network, which is useful if you need to connect only one device without unnecessary battery consumption.

How to turn on:

1. Activate Wi-Fi Direct in Settings → Wi-Fi → Additional → Wi-Fi Direct.
2. Connect your second phone to your Xiaomi via Wi-Fi Direct.
3. Return to Modem Modem and turn on Wi-Fi Access Point (yes, that’s not a mistake – MIUI will automatically redirect traffic over Wi-Fi Direct).

5. Error Solutions: "Cannot turn on the access point" and others

Even if you set up the right way, the Xiaomi Internet distribution might not work, and here are some of the most common errors and solutions that are not described in the official documentation:

Error 1: "I failed to turn on the access point"

• 🔄 Reboot your phone – 60% of the time it solves the problem due to a WifiApService service failure.
• 📱 Reset network settings: Settings → Connection and sharing → Resetting Wi-Fi, Mobile Network and Bluetooth.
• 🛠️ Turn off energy saving for "Settings": Settings → Annexes → Application management → Settings → Battery → No restrictions.

Error 2: "Connected without Internet access"

This problem occurs when the second phone connects to the hotspot, but the Internet doesn't work.

• 🌐 Operator problems – check whether the mobile Internet is working on the handing out phone (open the site in the browser).
• 🔒 Blocking of distribution by the operator - some tariffs (e.g. Tele2's "Unlimited") block distribution. APN on the universal (for example, the Internet instead of Internet.teleset).
• 🛡️ VPN or firewall, turn it off. VPN on the distribution phone (especially relevant for the POCO root-righted).

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Note: If the hotspot is no longer on after resetting the network settings, check the /data/misc/wifi/WifiConfigStore.xml file for errors. It can only be restored via ADB or flashing.

6. Speed optimization: how to speed up the distribution of the Internet

By default, the hotspot speed on Xiaomi is limited at the firmware level, but there are several ways to increase it:

Modification of the MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit)

The optimal MTU for mobile networks is 1420 (instead of the standard 1500).

Connect to the hotspot from your laptop → open the command line → enter:


ping 8.8.8.8 -f -l 1420




If packets are not fragmented, set MTU=1420 in the connection settings.

2. IPv6 disablement

On some models (Redmi Note 11 Pro+, POCO X4 Pro), IPv6 creates an extra load. Turn it off in the hotspot settings:

1. Turn on the access point.
2. Connect to it from another device.
3. On the handout phone, open Settings → Connection and Sharing → Wi-Fi Access Point → Settings → More.
4. Turn off IPv6 (if you have an option).

3. Use of applications for acceleration

Applications like Net Optimizer or Internet Speed Master can increase speed. 10–20% optimizing TCP/IP-But on HyperOS, they don't work well -- backup before you use them.

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The most effective way to speed up a hotspot is to use a 5 GHz band with a channel width of 40 MHz. But remember, this reduces the range by 30-40%.

7. Internet distribution in roaming or with VPN

Many operators block the distribution of the Internet in roaming or with an active VPN, but there are workarounds:

1. Roaming distribution

• 📡 Change it. APN — Instead of the standard (for example, Internet.beeline) use the Internet or data.
• 🔄 Turn on the plane mode for 30 seconds, then activate the mobile data and hotspot.
• 🛡️ Use the PDAnet application+ — It masks the distribution as a normal connection.

2. Distribution with an active VPN

If the VPN is not working, then:

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Note: On Xiaomi with HyperOS, some VPNs (like ProtonVPN) conflict with com.android.hotspot2. Solution: Turn off automatic Wi-Fi connection in settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about giving out the Internet with Xiaomi