How to distribute the Internet from Xiaomi 9 to another phone: all the ways and subtleties

Separating the Internet from Xiaomi 9 to another phone is a challenge that many users face. The 2019 smartphone is still relevant thanks to the powerful Snapdragon 855 processor and support for modern communication standards, but not everyone knows how to properly configure the access point to avoid connection problems or low speeds.

In this article, we will analyze all ways to distribute the Internet with Xiaomi 9, including Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth modem and USB-Tetering: You will learn how to avoid common errors (such as the lack of Internet access or operator restrictions), and how to optimize data transfer speeds. We will focus on security settings to ensure that your network does not become easy prey for attackers.

Important: instructions are relevant for Xiaomi 9 based on MIUI 12/13/14 (including global and Chinese firmware versions).If you have a different model or custom firmware, some menu items may differ.

1. Preparation of the telephone for the distribution of the Internet

Before setting up your hotspot, make sure your Xiaomi 9 is ready to give away traffic.

• 📶 Mobile network: check that the phone has a stable signal (better) 4G/LTE). In the area of weak coverage, the speed of distribution will be low.
• 🔋 Battery charge: Internet distribution is actively consuming energy. Charge the phone to at least 50% or connect to charging.
• 📱 Software updates: outdated firmware may cause crashes. Check the relevance of the version in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 🛡️ Operator restrictions: some tariffs block tethering. Check with your provider (for example, MTS, Beeline or MegaFon).

Critical feature of Xiaomi 9: on some firmware after updating to MIUI 13+ The option "Modem Modem" may disappear in the settings, in which case resetting the network settings (Settings) will help. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings).

⚠️ Note: If you use two of these SIM-map, the Internet distribution will only work with the one selected as the main one for data transfer. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Mobile Internet.

2. Method 1: distribution of the Internet via Wi-Fi (hotspot)

This is the most popular and convenient method, which allows you to connect up to 10 devices at a time (depending on the firmware), data transfer speeds will be faster than using Bluetooth or USB, but battery consumption will also increase.

Instructions for setting:

1. Open Settings → Modem mode and access point.
2. Slip on the Wi-Fi Access Point.
3. Activate the slider at the top of the screen.
4. Set up network settings: 🔐 Name of the network (SSID): Think of a unique name (for example, Xiaomi9_Hotspot). 🔑 Password: Use a combination of 8+ symbols (numbers, letters, special symbols). 📡 Range: Choose 5 GHz for less interference (but shorter range) or 2.4 GHz for better compatibility. ⚡ Power saving mode: turn off if you need maximum speed.

Save the settings and connect the second phone to the network you have created.

Network name appears in the Wi-Fi list on the second phone |

Password entered without errors (registration is important!)|

Xiaomi 9 has mobile internet enabled |

VPN is disabled on the second phone (can block the connection)

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If the second phone is not connected:

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📱 Check if the Xiaomi 9 is on the “Airplane” mode".
• 🔧 Reset network settings on the second phone.
• 🛠️ Update the firmware on both devices.

⚠️ Note: Some applications (such as NetGuard or AdGuard) may block the distribution of the Internet. temporarily disable them or add an access point in exceptions.

3. Method 2: Distribution via Bluetooth

This method is less popular, but it is useful in two cases:

1. When you need to save battery power (Bluetooth consumes less power than Wi-Fi).
2. When the second phone doesn’t support a Wi-Fi connection (rarely, but it does).

Disadvantages:

• 🐢 Data transfer speeds are 3-5 times lower than Wi-Fi.
• 🔗 Only 1 device can be connected at the same time.
• 📱 Pre-pairing of devices is required.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on both phones.
2. On Xiaomi 9, go to Settings → Modem Modem and Access Point → Bluetooth modem.
3. Activate the slider.
4. On the second phone in Bluetooth settings, find the Xiaomi 9 and tap it.
5. Select the option "Connect to access the network".

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If the Bluetooth modem is not enabled, check if access to contacts or files for system applications is blocked. This can be done in Settings → Applications → Permissions Management → Special Permissions

Method 3: Distribution via USB (tetering)

USB-Tethering is the most stable way to distribute the Internet, but it requires physically connecting phones via cable:

• ⚡ Maximum speed (limited only by the possibilities) USB-port).
• 🔋 Minimum battery consumption Xiaomi 9 (power comes from charging).
• 🛡️ More secure connection (no risk of interception by air).

How to set up:

1. Connect the phones through USB-cable (preferably original or certified).
2. On Xiaomi 9, select “Data Transfer” (or "USB-modem" if option is available).
3. Go to Settings. → Modem mode and access point → USB-modem.
4. Activate the slider.

If the second phone does not have internet:

• 🔌 Try another cable (a faulty cable can only transmit charge, but not data).
• 📱 Turn on Xiaomi 9 Developer Mode and activate Debugging by USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI — tap 7 times).
• 🖥️ On the second phone, you may need to install drivers for Xiaomi (relevant to older versions of Android).

5. Typical errors and their solutions

Even when set up correctly, Xiaomi 9 users often encounter problems, and we’ve compiled some of the most common bugs and ways to fix them.

⚠️ Note: if after the distribution of the Internet stopped working mobile traffic on the Xiaomi 9, check the settings APN. Sometimes they get lost. Pathway: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Access points (APN) → Select your operator profile.

6. How to increase the speed of distribution of the Internet

The tetering speed of Xiaomi 9 depends on several factors: signal quality, operator network load and phone settings.

• 📶 Choose the best network: manually set your preferred network type. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Preferred type of network. Select for maximum speed 4G (preferably or only 4G.
• 🔄 Change Wi-Fi Range: If You Have Xiaomi 9 with Wi-Fi 5 Support (802.11ac), Choose 5 GHz for less interference, but remember, the range will decrease.
• 🚫 Turn off background tasks: Close all unnecessary apps on Xiaomi 9, especially those that use the Internet (e.g. YouTube, TikTok, cloud services).
• 🔧 Use third-party apps: If the standard modem modem is unstable, try NetShare or PdaNet+ (Root rights are required).

For advanced users:

If you're willing to sacrifice security for speed, you can turn off the Wi-Fi encryption.

1. Go to the access point settings.
2. Select Security → No (instead of WPA2-PSK).
3. Save the settings.

Warning: this will make your network vulnerable to hacking. Use this method only in a trusted environment!

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The best speed of distribution is achieved when combined 4G-Operator network, 5GHz Wi-Fi range and disabled background tasks.

7. Security in the distribution of the Internet

Not only is it convenient to share the Internet with your phone, but it's also a potential risk. Here's how to protect your data:

• 🔐 Complicated Password: Use a combination of 12+ symbols with numbers, letters and special symbols: X9_Hot$pot_2026!.
• 🔄 Change your password every 1-2 months, especially if you connect in public places.
• 👥 Device Limitation: in the Access Point Settings (Settings) → Modem mode → Wi-Fi hotspot → Connected devices, check the list of connected gadgets, delete unknown devices.
• 🛡️ VPN To protect traffic: if you distribute the Internet at a cafe or airport, turn on VPN (For example, ProtonVPN or Windscribe on the second phone.

What to do if a third party is connected to your network:

1. Turn off the access point immediately.
2. Change your password.
3. Check to see if your Xiaomi 9 has any suspicious apps installed (especially those with superuser rights).

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To quickly disconnect all users from your access point, just turn off and re-enable modem mode, this will break all active connections.

8. Alternative ways of distributing the Internet

If standard methods don’t work, try these options:

• 🌐 Cloud tethering: Some applications (such as Join or Pushbullet) allow you to distribute the Internet through a Google account.
• 📡 Repeat mode: if you have a router with support WISP (For example, Xiaomi Mi Router, you can connect to it Xiaomi 9 on the USB And then I'll give you the Internet over a router, and that'll give you more stability.
• 🔗 Reverse tetering: if you want to give away the Internet from the second phone on Xiaomi 9, use the application ReverseTethering NoRoot (works without root rights).

For users with root rights:

With the Xposed Framework app and the Tethering Enabler module, you can bypass the operator's tethering restrictions, but this requires technical skills and can violate warranty.

⚠️ Note: Using root rights and modified firmware may lead to blocking IMEI or problems with OTA-Before experimenting, back up through Mi Backup or TWRP.

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