How to turn on the Internet on the phone Xiaomi Redmi 9: all the ways in 5 minutes

Xiaomi Redmi 9 is one of the most popular budget smartphones, but even its owners sometimes face problems with Internet connection. Does the mobile network not work? Can't find Wi-Fi? Or just don't know where data transfer is turned on? In this article, we will analyze all possible ways to connect to the Internet on Redmi 9 — from basic settings to solving non-obvious errors.

We're not going to be limited to the standard "turn on the mobile Internet in the curtain" instruction, but instead, you'll learn:

• 🔹 How to set up mobile Internet through SIM-map (including manual settings) APN).
• 🔹 Why Redmi 9 can’t see Wi-Fi and how to fix it.
• 🔹 How to distribute the Internet from your phone (modem mode) and connect to hidden networks.
• 🔹 What to do if the Internet is working, but the sites are not open (DNS, VPN, operator).

Instructions are valid for all Redmi modifications 9 (Redmi 9A, Redmi 9C, Redmi 9T) base MIUI 12/13/14 Android 10/11. If your phone has upgraded to a new firmware version, the principles remain the same, only menu item names may differ.

1. Enabling the mobile Internet through SIM-map

The most obvious way is to use your carrier’s mobile data (MTS, Beeline, MegaFon, Tele2 or local providers). Redmi 9 does this in two taps, but there are nuances.

The first thing you need to check is whether your carrier's data service is activated, and even if it's all on, without the connected Internet tariff, nothing will work.

• 📞 Calling the operator hotline (numbers are usually shown on the start screen) SIM-map).
• 💬 Through the official application of the operator (for example, My MTS, My Beeline).
• 🌐 On the operator's website in his personal account.

If the tariff with the Internet is connected, proceed to the setting of the phone:

1. Open the Notification Curtain (swipe down from the top edge of the screen).
2. Find the "Mobile Data" icon (usually marked as 3G/4G/LTE) And you tap it. If there's no badge, see next paragraph.
3. If there is no button in the curtain, go to Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Mobile data and turn on the slider.

After switching on, letters should appear next to the network indicator 3G, 4G or LTE (If instead of them, E (Edge) or H burns+ — It's going to be very slow, which means that you have a low surface or a operator that's limiting your speed.

2.Tune in. APN Mobile Internet (unless it is automatically connected)

Sometimes after installation SIM-The internet is not working because the access point (APN) It's not automatically configured. It's relevant to:

• 🆕 New. SIM-Cards (especially if you have just activated them).
• 🔄 SIM-Cards transferred from another phone (e.g., from an old iPhone or Samsung).
• 🌍 Local operators (e.g. Yota, Tinkoff Mobile, regional providers).

To set up the APN manually:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [Choose yours. SIM-map] → Access points (APN).
2. If there's already a setup. APN — Try to choose the one that matches your operator (for example, Internet.mts.ru for MTS).
3. If there is no list or the connection does not work, click Add Access Point and enter the settings manually.

Below are the current settings. APN Main Russian Operators (2026):

After entering the parameters, save the settings, select the created APN If the Internet is still down, check if the firewall is blocking it. MIUI (below).

3. Wi-Fi Connection: Network Finding and Problem Solving

If mobile internet is expensive or unavailable, Wi-Fi is becoming the primary way to get online. On Redmi 9, Wi-Fi connectivity is usually automatic, but there are a few common problems:

• 🔍 Your phone doesn’t find your network, even though it does.
• 🔒 It is connected, but writes without access to the Internet".
• 🔄 Constantly shutting down and connecting again.

First, let’s take a look at the standard connection:

1. Open the Settings. → Wi-Fi.
2. Turn on the Wi-Fi slider (if switched off).
3. Select your network from the list and enter your password.

If the network is not displayed:

• 📶 Make sure the router is turned on and distributes Wi-Fi (check the indicators on the box).
• 🔄 Restart the router (pull the plug out of the socket for 30 seconds).
• 📱 On the phone, turn on and off the "In the plane" mode (Settings) → Airplane mode).
• 🔍 If the network is hidden (does not broadcast the name), click Add the network at the bottom of the Wi-Fi list and enter SSID (network name) and password manually.

If your phone is connected but the internet is not working (there is a Wi-Fi icon, but the browser does not open pages), try:

1. Forget the net: tap it by its name → Forget, then connect again.
2. Change. DNS-server (instruction below).
3. Check if the antivirus is blocking or VPN Access (Turn them off temporarily).

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If Wi-Fi is slow, try switching your router to a 5GHz channel (if it supports). To do this, go to your router settings (usually 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1) and select the 5GHz band instead of 2.4GHz. On Redmi 9, both frequencies are supported.

4.Tune in. DNS to speed up the Internet and bypass blocking

If sites are slow to open or some resources are not available (for example, YouTube, Telegram), the problem may be in the Internet. DNS-The default phone is using servers. DNS your provider or operator who is sometimes unstable.

To change. DNS Redmi 9:

1. Go to Settings. → Wi-Fi.
2. Tap on the name of your network → Change the network (or additionally).
3. In the IP Settings section, select Static (instead of DHCP).
4. Scroll down to the DNS 1 and DNS 2 fields and type:

Recommended DNS-servers (2026):

• 🌍 Google DNS: 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4 (stable but may be blocked in some countries).
• 🛡️ Cloudflare DNS: 1.1.1.1 and 1.0.0.1 (rapid and safe).
• 🇷🇺 Yandex DNS: 77.88.8.8 and 77.88.8.1 (optimized for Russia).
• 🚀 AdGuard DNS: 94.140.14.14 and 94.140.15.15 (block ads).

After you save your settings, reconnect to Wi-Fi. If the speed has increased, the problem was in the middle of the computer. DNS. If not, check other parameters (for example, for example, MTU, But this is for advanced users).

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Change of change DNS It doesn't require root rights and doesn't affect mobile Internet, only Wi-Fi. DNS Some sites have stopped opening, return settings to automatic.

5. Modem: How to distribute the Internet with Redmi 9

Your Redmi 9 can work as a Wi-Fi hotspot, distributing the Internet to other devices (laptop, tablet, second phone), which is convenient if you have unlimited rates or need to connect your PC to the network urgently.

To activate modem modem:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Modem Modem.
2. Select the Wi-Fi Access Point.
3. Turn on the slider and change if necessary:

• 🔐 Name of the network (SSID) — What will your access point be called.
• 🔑 Password (minimum 8 characters, it is better to use numbers and letters).
• 📶 Range: 2.4 GHz (large radius) or 5 GHz (large speed).

Once turned on, other devices will be able to connect to your access point as normal Wi-Fi.

⚠️ Attention: some operators block the distribution of the Internet (tethering) or limit the speed. If after connecting the Internet is slow, check the terms of your tariff.

Also available on Redmi 9 other options for distribution of the Internet:

• 🔌 USB-Modem: Connect your phone to your PC via cable and turn on USB-modem settings in modem modem settings.
• 📱 Bluetooth modem: connect the device via Bluetooth and enable the appropriate mode.

If the access point is not turned on or permanently disconnected:

• Check if the battery is discharged (at low charge, the phone can turn off the modem).
• Make sure that mobile data is included.
• Reboot the phone.

6.Internet problems on Redmi 9: Diagnostics and solutions

If the Internet doesn't work either through Wi-Fi or mobile data, there are many reasons, and we'll look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

Problem 1: The Internet is there, but the sites are not open.

• 🔍 Check if it's on. VPN (Settings → Connections and sharing → VPN). Sometimes. VPN It connects automatically (for example, after installing applications like Turbo). VPN or 1.1.1.1).
• 🛡️ Turn off the firewall. MIUI: Settings → Annexes → Application management → firewall.
• 🕒 Check the date and time: if they are lost, SSL-Site certificates will not be accepted. → Additionally. → Date and time (enable Autodetermination).

Problem 2: Mobile Internet is running, but it’s slow.

• 📶 Check the signal level if it is weak (1-2 dividing, the phone switches to 2G/E, where the speed is low, try to move closer to the window or go outside.
• 🔄 Switch network type: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Type of network. Try to select only 4G (If you have a car).
• 📱 Make sure that traffic saving mode is not turned on (Settings) → Battery and productivity → Traffic saving regime).

Problem 3: Wi-Fi is connected but shuts down after a few minutes.

⚠️ Attention: Redmi 9 has a "Stop Wi-Fi while you sleep" feature that breaks the connection when you lock the screen. → Wi-Fi → Additionally. → Turn off Wi-Fi while sleeping and choose Never.

Problem 4: The phone doesn’t see any Wi-Fi network.

• 🔧 Check if the Wi-Fi module is disabled hardware:
• Select Wi-Fi Information and look for status. If it says Wi-Fi disabled, it may be a hardware problem.
• 🔄 Reset network settings: Settings → System system → Reset → Resetting Wi-Fi, Mobile Network and Bluetooth.

7. Additional settings for experienced users

If standard methods didn’t work, you can try deeper settings. The Xiaomi Redmi 9 has hidden options that allow you to manually control your network connection, but only change them if you understand what you’re doing.

Change in network type (2G/3G/4G):

If the phone is clinging to a slow network, you can force the following standard:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [Yours. SIM] → Type of network.
2. Try the options:

• 📶 Only 4G — If there is a good coverage in your area LTE.
• 📶 3G — if 4G unstable, but 3G better.
• 📶 Only 2G — Maximum battery savings (speed will be very low).

Setting up MTU for Wi-Fi:

If Wi-Fi is connected but the speed is low or the connection is cut, try changing the connection. MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit: The optimal value for most networks is 1472:

1. Connect to Wi-Fi.
2. Install the WiFi Analyzer or PingTools app from Google Play.
3. In the settings of the Wi-Fi network manually specify MTU = 1472 (Field can be hidden - use the engineering menu).

Shutdown IPv6:

Some providers are not working well with IPv6, That's what causes delays:

1. Go to Settings. → Wi-Fi.
2. Tapping on your network. → Change the network → Additionally.
3. In the Settings section IP choose IPv4 (instead DHCP or static).

FAQ: Frequent Internet Questions on Xiaomi Redmi 9