How to distribute the Internet with Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro: all the ways and secrets

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro is one of the most popular devices of the brand, but not all users know how to use it as a source of Internet for other gadgets. The distribution of mobile traffic (tetering) can help out on a trip, in the country or when the main router suddenly stopped working. However, this feature has nuances: from operator restrictions to fast battery discharge.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to distribute Internet with the Redmi Note 8 Pro – via Wi-Fi, USB and Bluetooth, as well as how to avoid typical problems (for example, when devices do not connect or speed drops), pay special attention to the hidden MIUI settings that help optimize the operation of the access point, and give tips on saving battery power during long-term distribution.

If you've ever seen a handout suddenly shut down or connected devices lose communication, here's a solution, and for those who want to get into the technical details, we'll compare the speed and power consumption of each method.

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

Before you turn on the hotspot, make sure your Redmi Note 8 Pro is ready for this task. First, check for mobile internet: no active Internet connection. SIM-The data-supporting cards won't work, and second, pay attention to the battery level, which is 1.5 to 2 times faster than normal when distributed over Wi-Fi.

Also worth upgrading to the latest version of MIUI (current for 2026 - MIUI 14+ for the Redmi Note 8 Pro). In older versions, there could be bugs with tetering, especially when connecting devices on Windows 11 or macOS Ventura. Check the version in the Settings menu → About the phone → MIUI version.

• 📶 Check the network signal: if you have 1-2 divisions, the speed of the distribution will be extremely low, it is better to move closer to the window or use an external antenna (if there is one).
• 🔋 Battery charge: If it is below 30%, connect your phone to charge – at a low level, the system can automatically turn off the access point.
• 🔄 Update: Go to Settings → Update the system and install all available patches.
• 📱 Reset your network settings (if you have had problems before): Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings.

⚠️ Attention: some operators (e.g. Tele2 or Iota) block the distribution of the Internet at cheap rates. check the conditions in your personal account or call support at *111# (for MTS / Beeline).

2. Internet distribution via Wi-Fi (modem mode)

This is the most versatile and fastest way to share the Internet. Redmi Note 8 Pro supports the Wi-Fi 5 standard (802.11ac), which allows you to distribute at speeds up to 150-200 Mbps (with a good 4G signal).

To enable the access point:

1. Open the Settings. → Access Point and modem.
2. Select the Wi-Fi Access Point.
3. Activate the switch at the top of the screen.
4. When you first turn on, the system will prompt you to specify a network name (SSID) and password (minimum 8 characters).

Once activated, other devices will see your network in the list of available Wi-Fi. Connection is done in the standard way, through password entry. If the devices are not connected, try:

• 🔄 Reboot the phone and client device.
• 🔐 Change the security type with WPA2-PSK on WPA3-PSK (access point settings).
• 📡 Switch Wi-Fi from 2.4 GHz to 5 GHz (if supported by a connected device).

Network name (SSID) does not contain spaces or special characters |

Password is not shorter than 8 characters |

Visible for All mode enabled (if you need to connect new devices)|

Disabled. VPN and proxy in the phone settings-->

⚠️ Warning: If the Internet does not work after connecting devices, check if the firewall blocks it MIUI. Go to Settings. → Annexes → Permit management → Autorun and add network-related applications to the exclusions.

3. Distribution through USB (USB-tetering)

This method is suitable for connecting to a PC or laptop when you need a stable connection without loss of speed.

• 🔌 No battery consumption (the phone is charged during the distribution).
• 🚀 Minimum latency (ping lower than Wi-Fi).
• 🛡️ Security: the connection is physical, harder to intercept.

Instructions for setting:

1. Connect your phone to your computer through the original USB-cable (cheap cables may not support data transmission).
2. In the phone, select the connection mode File transfer (MTP) or USB-tetering (will appear in the notification curtain after connecting).
3. On PC, check that a new device (Xiaomi or Remote NDIS) has appeared in Network Connections.
4. If the Internet does not work automatically, update the drivers through Device Manager.

On Windows 10/11, you sometimes need to manually install the Mi USB Driver driver. You can download it from the official Xiaomi website at the link (Drivers section).

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If USB-Tetering doesn’t work on Windows, try disabling antivirus (like Avast or Kaspersky) – they sometimes block new network connections.

4. Distribution via Bluetooth

This method is less popular because of the low speed, but it helps when you need to connect a device without Wi-Fi (for example, a smart watch or a fitness bracelet) or save battery power compared to Wi-Fi. Redmi Note 8 Pro supports Bluetooth 5.0, which allows you to connect up to 5 devices at a time.

How to set up:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on both devices.
2. On your phone, go to Settings → Access Point and modem → Bluetooth modem.
3. Activate the mode and confirm pairing on the second device.
4. On the client device, in Bluetooth settings, select Connect to the Internet (the name may vary).

The speed with such a connection rarely exceeds 3-5 Mbit / s, so the method is only suitable for transferring small data (messaging messengers, mail). USB.

5. Solving common problems

Even when set up correctly, the distribution of the Internet can be unstable.-5 Problems and solutions for Redmi Note 8 Pro:

• 🚫 Devices do not connect to the access point: Check if the phone is on Airplane Mode or Traffic Saving. Reboot the phone and the client device. Reset network settings: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings.
• 🔌 USB-Tethering does not work on PC: Install the Mi driver USB Driver (see section 3). Try another one. USB-port (preferably) USB 3.0. Turn off Debugging by USB Developer Settings (if enabled).
• 📉 Low speed: Switch from 2.4 GHz to 5 GHz in the access point settings (if the client device supports). Disable background applications that consume traffic (such as updates or cloud services). Check operator restrictions: Some tariffs throttle speed when handed out.

A unique feature of the Redmi Note 8 Pro is that if the speed drops below 10 Mbps when handed over via Wi-Fi, try manually setting the Wi-Fi channel in the access point settings (for example, a channel 6 or 11 for 2.4 GHz), which helps to avoid interference from neighboring networks.

⚠️ Note: If you use two of these SIM-map, the distribution of the Internet will work only with the one that is selected as the Main for data transfer in the settings SIM-- Transfer priority if you need to give away from another card.

6 How to save battery power when handing out

Internet distribution is one of the most energy-consuming functions of a smartphone. To ensure that the Redmi Note 8 Pro does not run out in an hour, follow these tips:

• 🔋 Connect your phone to charge (even if your battery level is 50%+). Use the original power supply unit 18W higher.
• 🌙 Turn on a dark theme and reduce the brightness of the screen to 30-40%.
• 📴 Turn off unnecessary background processes: Settings → Battery and productivity → Battery consumption management → Limit background activity
• 📶 Switch to the switch. 3G (If you do not need high speed: settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Preferred type of network → 3G

You can also use battery saving mode, but note that it can limit data transfer speeds. Alternatively, turn off Auto Brightness and Wi-Fi scanning in the background:

Settings → Battery and Performance → Battery settings → Disable “Wi-Fi scanning in the background”

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The most effective way to save charge is to use USB-Tethering with simultaneous charging of the phone, which completely eliminates battery consumption and gives maximum speed.

7. Hidden MIUI settings for power users

If standard methods don't work, you can use hidden MIUI features available through the Developer Settings or Engineering Menu, for example:

• 🔧 Change Wi-Fi region to unlock additional channels (useful in countries with strict restrictions).
• 📡 Disable the limit on the number of connected devices (by default 8, you can increase to 10-12).
• 🔄 Set network priority (e.g. enforced use) LTE instead 3G).

To open the Developer Settings:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Press 7 times on the MIUI version.
3. Return to the main settings menu and a new section for developers will appear.

Inside, find the options:

• Limit background processes → choose No background for maximum performance.
• Turn off the absolute volume level (if you are broadcasting audio over Bluetooth).
• Default modem → set LTE for 4G priority.

FAQ: Frequent questions about giving the Internet