Xiaomi smartphone owners often face the need to log in from a computer when the Wi-Fi router is unavailable or unstable. In such situations, a feature that is commonly called “stick mode”, although technically it is called “stick mode”, comes to the rescue. USB-It allows you to broadcast the mobile Internet. 4G or 5G on a desktop or laptop through a regular USB-cable, providing a stable connection without the delays typical of wireless networks.
Activating this mode on devices with a MIUI shell or HyperOS has its own nuances, different from standard Android. The battery protection and optimization system can hide the necessary switches or automatically turn off data transfer to save charge. Understanding these features will help you quickly set up a connection and avoid common connection errors.
In this article, we will break down the step-by-step algorithm of actions that will suit most current models, including the Redmi Note, Xiaomi Mi and the POCO series. You will learn not only about the basic activation, but also about the hidden settings that allow you to make the Internet faster and more stable.
Preparation of equipment and inspection SIM-map
Before proceeding to software settings, you need to make sure the physical readiness of the equipment. USB-cable plays a critical role: many cheap cables are designed solely for charging and do not have internal data lines. If you connect such a cable to a computer, the phone will only charge, and the modem modem will not activate.
Also make sure that the smartphone is active. SIM-A positive balance card with a connected rate for Internet distribution. Some carriers block or limit speed when they detect traffic to other devices, so check the terms of your plan with the provider in advance.
⚠️ Attention: When using the mode USB-The modem of the smartphone battery discharges faster than usual, as there is a simultaneous load on the radio module and the charging port.
For stable operation, make sure that the computer has the basic Android drivers installed. In modern Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems, they are installed automatically on the first connection, but in rare cases, you may need to manually install drivers from the manufacturer's official website.
Basic activation USB-modem through settings
The standard way to enable the function is built into the system interface and does not require superuser rights. First, connect the smartphone to the computer with a cable and unlock the device screen. If you only see the charging icon, then the phone has gone into charging mode, which is standard behavior.
Go to the settings menu, find the Connection and Sharing section (older versions of MIUI might call it Other Connection Ways) and that's where the switch is, which turns your smartphone into a network card for a PC.
☑️ Pre-insertion check
Find a point. USB-modem and activate the slider. At this point, the icon should appear in the status bar of the smartphone. USB-The system will display a new network interface on the computer, and the new network interface will be displayed on the tray (near the clock), usually the system automatically determines the new connection as an Ethernet network.
If after turning on the slider, the Internet on the computer did not appear, try to turn off the cable and connect it to another one. USB-port, preferably located directly on the motherboard (back of the system unit), and not through USB-hub.
Setting up an APN access point for distribution
Often the problem with the lack of Internet is not the phone itself, but the wrong settings of the APN hotspot. Operators require specific parameters for the correct operation of the Internet, especially when using a smartphone as a modem, if the settings are lost or missing, they must be manually prescribed.
To do this, go along the Settings path. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Choose yours. SIM → Access points (APN). Here you will see a list of available profiles. If the list is empty or the current profile is not working, create a new access point by clicking on the plus or button "New access point".
In the menu that opens, you need to fill in the fields "Name" and "Access Point (APN)". The remaining fields can usually be left empty or by default. Data to fill in (for example, Internet, mts, beeline) can be found on the official website of your carrier.
| Operator. | Access Point (APN) | User name | Password. |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTS | internet.mts.ru | mts | mts |
| Beeline | internet.beeline.ru | beeline | beeline |
| Megaphone | internet | - | - |
| Tele2 | internet.tele2.ru | - | - |
After entering the data, be sure to save the profile and select it as active (check the dot or check box). Without saving the changes, the system will not apply the new parameters, and the Internet will not work.
Hidden settings and engineering menu
In some cases, standard settings can be blocked by the operator or firmware. For advanced users, there is the possibility of accessing hidden settings through an engineering menu or special commands, which allows you to change the priority of networks or the type of connection.
One way is to use the command in the Phone app. Enter the code ##4636##. If the menu opens, select Phone Information and scroll down to "Install preferred network type." Here you can try switching mode to LTE Only or LTE/WCDMA, which sometimes helps stabilize the connection.