How to turn on Bluetooth on Xiaomi laptop: 5 ways + error solving

Xiaomi laptops (Mi Notebook, RedmiBook, Xiaomi Book series) are equipped with the latest Bluetooth modules (4.2-5.3), but users often face problems activating them. Unlike smartphones, where wireless communication is turned on with a single touch, on laptops the process can be complicated by Windows settings, drivers or hardware switches. This article will help you understand how to properly activate Bluetooth on Xiaomi devices – from basic methods to solving hidden errors.

We'll look at all possible scenarios, from standard activation through the notification panel to manually installing drivers and checking hardware components. Particular attention will be paid to the Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro, RedmiBook 15/14 and Xiaomi Book S 12.4 models, where the algorithm may differ. If your laptop does not detect devices or the module is not in the system at all, here you will find the reasons and ways to fix them.

1. Standard Bluetooth enabled via Windows

The easiest way to activate Bluetooth is to use the built-in operating system tools, which works on all Xiaomi laptops running Windows 10/11, as long as the drivers are installed correctly and the module is not disabled at the hardware level.

Step instructions:

• 📱 Press the key combination Win + A to open the Notification Center (or click on the notification icon in the lower right corner of the screen).
• 🔵 Find the bluetooth tile (usually in the bottom row). If it's not there, click open (arrow up).
• 🔄 Click on the tile once - it should turn blue, and under it the inscription "Included" appears».
• 🔍 If there is no tiles at all, go to the settings. → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices and switch manually.

Some Xiaomi models (such as the Mi Notebook Air) may not have tiles due to outdated drivers, in which case you can go to the driver section.

2 Hot keys and functional buttons

Xiaomi laptops often feature hardware switches for wireless modules. If Bluetooth doesn't turn on via Windows, check:

• 🔑 Fn key + One of the functional buttons (usually F2, F3 or F12). The key must have an antenna icon or Bluetooth on it. On RedmiBook 15, it's Fn. + F8.
• 🔄 Physical switch on the body (rare but found on older Mi Notebook 12.5 models) is usually located on the side or front.
• ⚡ The Win combination + X → Device Manager – check if the module in the Network Adapters section is disabled (down arrow icon).

On Xiaomi Book S 12.4 laptops (on Windows 11 ARM), there is no hardware button - use only software enabled via system settings.

Verification and installation of drivers

If Bluetooth isn’t included or missing from the device list, the problem is most likely drivers. Xiaomi laptops use modules from Qualcomm, Intel or Realtek, and each needs its own drivers.

How to check and update the driver:

1. Open Device Manager (Win + X → Device Manager).
2. Deploy Network Adapters or Bluetooth.
3. Find a device with the name of the type: Qualcomm Atheros QCA61x4 (found on RedmiBook), Intel Wireless-AC 9560 (on Mi Notebook Pro), Realtek Bluetooth 5.0 Adapter.

Update the driver → Automatic search

If Windows does not find updates, download the driver manually:

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If after updating the Bluetooth driver disappeared from the Device Manager, try rolling back the driver: right button → Properties → roll back.

4. Bluetooth enabled via BIOS/UEFI

On some Xiaomi laptops (especially corporate or Chinese versions), the Bluetooth module can be disabled at the BIOS level. This is rare, but if previous methods have not worked, check the settings.

How to enter the BIOS and turn on the module:

1. Reboot your laptop and press F2 or Del (generally F2) right away.
2. Go to Advanced → Wireless Device Configuration (the name may vary).
3. Find the settings: Bluetooth – set Enabled, Wireless LAN/Bluetooth Combo – turn on if you have one.

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⚠️ Note: Do not change other settings in BIOS, If you're not sure what they're doing, the wrong settings can cause the system to crash.

5. Solving common mistakes

If Bluetooth is on but not working, check out these points:

• 🔌 Wi-Fi conflict: Some Xiaomi laptops have 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth running simultaneously. Try switching your router to 5GHz or turning off Wi-Fi for a while.
• 🔋 Power saving: Windows can turn off the module to save charge.Open Control Panel → Power supply → Set-up of the circuit → Change additional settings and find wireless network adapter settings → Energy Saving Mode – Set Maximum Performance.
• 🛠️ Reset the Bluetooth stack: Run the command prompt on behalf of the administrator and type: netsh winsock reset netsh int ip reset shutdown /r /t 0 After the reboot, the module should work.

If the laptop does not see the device (earphones, mouse, keyboard), try:

• 🔄 Reboot both devices.
• 📱 Remove the device from the list of conjugates (Parameters) → Bluetooth → Remove) and reconnect.
• 🔋 Check the charge of the accessory (for example, Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones do not appear when the discharge is below 10%).

6. Checking of hardware serviceability

If none of these methods worked, you might have a hardware malfunction in the Bluetooth module, and this is true for laptops that:

• 💥 Falling or being struck (module may move away from the connector).
• 🌡️ Overheated (for example, when playing Mi Notebook Pro without cooling).
• 🔧 Disassembled for cleaning or repair (may damage the antenna).

How to diagnose:

1. Check if the module in Device Manager is detected as an Unknown Device (yellow triangle).
2. Connect an external Bluetooth adapter (stop) ~300–500 ₽) — If it works, then the built-in module is defective.
3. Contact the Xiaomi Service Center (the warranty for communication modules is usually 1 year).

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi laptops, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules are often combined into one chip. If both don't work, the hardware is the problem».

7. Features for different Xiaomi models

The Bluetooth switching algorithm may vary depending on the model. Let's look at the nuances for popular lines:

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On Xiaomi laptops with AMD Ryzen processors (such as RedmiBook 16), Bluetooth modules are often integrated into the Wi-Fi chip. When you update the Wi-Fi driver, Bluetooth automatically updates.

FAQ: Frequent questions