How to insert a SIM card in Xiaomi Redmi Note: instructions for all models

Xiaomi Redmi Note smartphones remain among the most popular devices on the market due to the combination of price, performance and functionality. SIM-This card might be a question for the beginner, especially if you're talking about hybrid trays that support either two nano-SIMs or one. SIM + microSD card.

In this article, we will break down the process of installing a SIM card in all the current models of the Redmi Note series, from the Redmi Note 10 to the Redmi Note 13 Pro+. You will learn how to properly remove the tray, what tools you will need, how to avoid damage to contacts and what to do if the phone does not see the SIM after installation. And we will also reveal a secret life hack for those who do not have a paper clip at hand!

What tools will be needed for installation SIM-map

Before you start installing, prepare everything you need. Unlike older phones, where the sim tray was removed with your fingers, modern Xiaomi Redmi Note requires a special tool.

• 📌 A paper clip or needle to remove the tray (usually included with the phone) if you lost it, you'll get a paper clip straight straight up.
• 📱 Nano-SIM card (or micro-SIM with adapter if your carrier hasn’t switched to nano format) Remember: Redmi Notes don’t support conventional ones. SIM!
• 🔍 Good lighting – the hole to extract the tray is small, and in the dark it is easy to miss.
• 🧲 Magnet (optional) – if the paper clip falls inside the case, the magnet will help to remove it without disassembling the phone.

If you have a Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or newer, note that these models are equipped with sealing rubber around the tray to protect against dust and moisture (IP53 standard).

Where is the sim tray in Xiaomi Redmi Note

Location of the tray for SIM-The cards depend on the Redmi Note model. Most of the time, it's on the left side of the phone, but there are exceptions:

To find the tray, look at the left end of the phone, and you'll see a small hole ~1 mm in diameter, which is the extraction connector. Some models (like the Redmi Note 12 Pro+) have a small notch next to the hole that indicates the direction in which you want to press the paper clip.

⚠️ Warning: Don't confuse the sim tray hole with the microphone! The microphone is usually located closer to the bottom end of the phone and has a protective net. If you press a clip into the microphone, you risk damaging the membrane.

Step-by-step: how to remove the tray for a SIM card

Now, to the most critical step, the tray removal, follow the instructions carefully so that you don't break the mechanism.

1. Turn off your phone (optional, but recommended for safety).
2. Take a paper clip or a special needle and insert it into the hole to extract the tray, and you need to press it perpendicular to the body, but without fanaticism — just a little pressing.
3. The tray will extend a few millimeters. Carefully pull it with your fingers to the end.
4. If the tray doesn't come out, don't force it! Try swaying the paperclip slightly left-right or checking if it's jammed due to dust.

Check if the phone is turned off (optional)

Find a hole to extract the tray

Prepare a paper clip or a needle

Make sure that SIM-map is trimmed to nano-format

Check the integrity of the contacts on the tray-->

On some models (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro), the tray can stick to dirt, which can be used to purify compressed air (e.g., a keyboard cleaner) and don't use wet wipes, which can leave fibers that will clog the mechanism.

How to properly insert a SIM card in the tray

When the tray is removed, it is time to install SIM-There are a few nuances that are often overlooked:

• 📱 Orientation SIM-Cards: There's a diagram on the tray showing which side to insert the SIM, and usually the bevelled corner of the card should match the bevelled angle in the drawing.
• 🔄 Hybrid tray: If you use two SIM-The other one is installed in the same tray but in a different slot. The microSD has a separate connector (usually marked as a microSD "SD").
• 🚫 Prohibited Actions: Do not insert SIM-You can use a card upside down, it can damage your contacts, and you can't use micro-SIM adapters if the tray is only designed for nano-SIM.

Pay special attention to the cleanliness of contacts. SIM-The card was previously used in another phone, wipe its contacts with dry soft cloth (for example, microfiber for glasses.

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If you don't have a paper clip and you need to get the tray out of the way, you can use a thin needle from the syringe (without the needle!) or even a toothpick sharpened under the cone.

After installation SIM-If you have a card, carefully insert the tray back into the phone before you click. Make sure it sits straight -- if the tray is skewed, remove it and try again. 12/13) Make sure the rubber pad is not hushed up.

What to do if your phone doesn’t see your SIM card

Sometimes after installation SIM-The phone doesn't recognize the card, and the reasons can be different, from a malfunction to a software failure:

1. Restart the phone. Sometimes the system doesn't immediately recognize a new one. SIM-map.
2. Check the correct installation: Remove the tray and make sure the SIM is inserted on the correct side and to the end.
3. Clear your contacts: Wash your contacts SIM-A card and a tray with an alcohol napkin, oxidation or dirt can interfere with the connection.
4. Check the SIM on another phone: If the card doesn’t work and there is a problem in the SIM (it may be damaged).
5. Update your firmware: Go to Settings → About Phone → Update your system and check the software’s relevance. Sometimes SIM recognition bugs are fixed in newer versions of MIUI.

If nothing helps, try resetting your network settings:

→ SIM-maps and mobile networks → Network reset

This operation will remove stored Wi-Fi networks and passwords, but often solves problems with SIM recognition.

⚠️ On models Redmi Note 10 Pro and older there is a bug in which the phone can “forget” the second SIM-The solution is to disable the dual app for instant messengers (if it is enabled) or update it. MIUI last-minute.

Frequent errors in installation SIM-maps in Xiaomi

Even experienced users sometimes make mistakes that lead to communication problems.

• 🔧 Too, a thick or curved paper clip can bend the tray mechanism. Use only a smooth and thin tool.
• 📵 Installation SIM-In hybrid trays, the slots are visually similar, but the contacts are arranged differently!
• 💦 If you've recently dropped your phone in water or used it in the rain, before installing it. SIM-Dry the tray for at least 24 hours.
• 🔄 Frequent shifts SIM-The contacts in the tray wear out over time. If you move your SIMs often, you may need to change the tray sooner or later.

On the Redmi Note 12 Pro models+ And the newer tray has a moisture sensor, and if the phone detects fluid, it will lock the slot. SIM-In this case, the screen will display a warning "Moisture detected in the slot". SIM-map".

If you have damaged the tray (for example, broke the latch), do not try to repair it yourself - this can lead to dust getting inside the case. Better order a replacement at the Xiaomi service center. The cost of a new tray usually does not exceed 500-800 rubles.

How to Insert Two SIM Cards in Xiaomi Redmi Note

All Redmi Note models (except some regional versions) support two nano-SIM cards at the same time.

• 📶 Support 4G: Both SIM-The cards can work on the network 4G, But at the same time, only one will use high-speed Internet. 3G/2G.
• ⚡ Double Activity: You can enable Double Activity in the settings SIM-Cards (some firmware called Double Waiting) that allow you to receive calls to both SIMs at the same time.
• 🌍 Roaming: If you travel frequently, set a priority SIM-roaming card in Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Roaming settings.

To set the priority SIM-call-cards and the Internet:

Settings → SIM- Maps and Mobile Networks → Name SIM- Cards → Use to

Here you can choose which SIM will be used for calls, SMS and mobile Internet by default.

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In the models with MIUI 14 and later appeared the function "Intelligent switching" SIM-The phone automatically selects the SIM with the best signal for calls and the Internet. To turn it on, go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Intelligent switching.

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