Xiaomi TVs with Android TV or PatchWall require an Internet connection to work properly: YouTube viewing, streaming services (Netflix, Kinopoisk), firmware updates and app installation. Without the network, many functions remain unavailable and the interface works with errors. However, not all users know how to set up a connection correctly — especially if it is a model without a built-in Wi-Fi adapter (for example, Mi TV 4S 32) or in the absence of a router.
In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to connect Xiaomi TVs to the Internet: from standard Wi-Fi and wired Ethernet to alternative methods such as: USB-We will pay special attention to typical errors (for example, when the TV "cannot see" the network) and nuances for different models - from the budget Redmi Smart. TV before the flagship Mi TV Q2 75".
If your TV is already connected to the network, but the Internet is unstable (slows down the video, the connection is lost), at the end of the article you will find a checklist for diagnosing problems and ways to fix them.
1. Wi-Fi connection: step-by-step instructions
The most common way is wireless connection via home router, suitable for all Xiaomi models with Wi-Fi module (including Mi TV 4A, Mi TV 5 Pro, Redmi Smart TV X). If the TV body has a sticker that supports 2.4G/5G Wi-Fi, there will be no problems.
To connect:
- 📺 Turn on the TV and press the Settings button on the remote.
- 🌐 Go to the section Network and Internet → Wi-Fi.
- 🔍 Select your network from the list. If it's not available, click Update or check if the router is on.
- 🔑 Enter your Wi-Fi password (registration is important!).If the keyboard on the screen is uncomfortable, use the Mi Remote app on your smartphone.
If the TV is not connected:
- ⚠️ Make sure the router is running in mode. 802.11 b/g/n (Xiaomi models do not support Wi-Fi 6).
- ⚠️ Try restarting the router (pull out the plug for 30 seconds).
- ⚠️ If used 5G Wi-Fi, try switching to the 2.4G — It's more stable over long distances.
Nuance for 2020-2023 models: Some Xiaomi TVs (such as the Mi TV Q1E) support Wi-Fi Direct, a technology that allows direct connection to a smartphone without a router, which is convenient for broadcasting the screen, but does not replace full-fledged Internet.
2. Wired connection (Ethernet/LAN)
If your TV has a port, RJ-45 (connector for the network cable, this method guarantees maximum stability of the connection - especially important for the 4K-streaming or online gaming. Suitable for Mi models TV 5X, Mi TV 6, Redmi MAX 98" and others with LAN-port.
How to connect:
- 🔌 Connect the TV to a router or modem with a twisted pair (Cat cable) 5e higher).
- 📺 On TV, go to Settings. → The Internet and the Internet → Wired network.
- 🔄 Wait for automatic receipt IP-address (DHCP). If the connection is not established, check the cable or restart the router.
Important: Some budget models (e.g. Redmi Smart) TV 32) do not have LAN-In this case, use a USB-Ethernet adapter (supported models on the chip). AX88179).
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If the internet is running slowly through the cable:
- 🔧 Check your router settings: Turn off QoS (traffic prioritization) if it’s enabled.
- 🔧 Replace the cable with Cat 6 – it supports speeds up to 10 Gbps.
- 🔧 Make sure that the TV does not set a speed limit in the Settings → Network → Additionally.
3. Mobile Internet: 4G-module USB-modem
If you don't have home Wi-Fi or cable internet, you can connect your Xiaomi TV over a mobile network.
- Built-in 4G-Module (available in Mi models) TV LUX Transparent Edition and some versions of the Mi TV Q2 It's for China. SIM-free-rate.
- USB-modem (e.g. Huawei) E3372 or ZTE MF823). Suitable for most Xiaomi TVs with port USB 2.0/3.0.
Instructions for USB-modem:
- 📱 Put it in. SIM-map to the modem and connect it to USB-television-port.
- 📺 Go to Settings. → The Internet and the Internet → Mobile network.
- 🔄 Select the operator (if required) and wait for the connection.
What modems are compatible with Xiaomi TV?
Warning:
⚠️ Note: when using the mobile Internet, the TV can quickly consume traffic (for example, YouTube in the Internet). 4K "eat" ~7 GB/h. Turn off automatic app updates in Settings → Annexes → Auto-update.
4. Internet distribution from a smartphone (access point)
If you don’t have a router on hand but you have a smartphone with mobile internet, you can use it as a Wi-Fi hotspot.This method works on all Xiaomi Wi-Fi-enabled TVs, but has speed and stability limitations.
How to set up:
- 📱 On your smartphone (Android or iPhone) turn on modem modem: For Android: Settings → The Internet and the Internet → Access Point and modem. For iPhone: Settings → Modem mode.
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📺 On the TV, connect to the network as if it were a normal Wi-Fi.
Challenges and solutions:
- 🐢 Slow Internet? Switch your smartphone to the network 4G/LTE (customized SIM-map).
- 🔄 Connection breaks? Turn off battery saving on your smartphone for modem modem mode.
- 🚫 Does the TV see the hotspot? Check that the smartphone is on Wi-Fi. 2.4G (Some TVs don't support 5G modem).
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If you’re sharing the internet with a Xiaomi smartphone, activate the “Augment Signal” option (available on MIUI 12 and later) in the hotspot settings, which will increase the coverage range by 10-15%.
5. Alternative methods: Powerline, Mi Box, mirroring
If standard methods don’t work, consider these options:
| Method | Description | Pluses | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powerline adapters | Transfer of the Internet via wiring (requires 2 adapters). | More stable than Wi-Fi, does not require cables. | Expensive, depending on the quality of the wiring. |
| Mi Box S/4K | Connecting Xiaomi to TV via HDMI | Cheap solution, full Android TV. | Occupying. HDMI-Port, need a separate firmware. |
| Mirroring (Miracast) | Broadcasting the screen of the smartphone on TV without the Internet. | It's running without a router. | Only to view content from a smartphone. |
Powerline adapters are TP-Link AV600 or Xiaomi Mi Powerline (if you find one), and the speed depends on the wiring quality, which averages 100-300 Mbps.
The Mi Box is a good option if your TV is old or without Smart features. The console connects to HDMI, and the Internet gets via Wi-Fi or Ethernet. Once set up, you will get a full Android TV with support for all applications.
Diagnostics of problems: why is there no Internet?
If your Xiaomi TV isn’t connected to the network or the internet isn’t running smoothly, follow these steps:
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Typical errors and decisions:
- 🔴 Authentication error is an incorrect Wi-Fi password. Check the character register.
- 🔴 IP-Address not received - turn off/enable DHCP on the router or assign a static IP manually.
- 🔴 Weak signal – Close the router or use a Wi-Fi repeater.
- 🔴 No Internet access – check if the service provider has paid the fare.
If the problem remains:
- 🔧 Update the TV firmware: Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.
- 🔧 Reset network settings: Settings → The Internet and the Internet → Additionally. → Resetting the network.
- 🔧 Check it out. MAC-Filtering on the router – the TV may be blocked.
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In 90% of cases, the problem is solved by restarting the router and TV, and if it doesn’t work, check the DHCP settings and the Wi-Fi channel (better use the 6th or 11th for 2.4G).
7. Optimizing Internet Speed on Xiaomi TV
Even if the TV is connected to the network, the speed can be slow. Here's how to increase it.
- 📶 Change the Wi-Fi channel on your router (use 1, 6 or 11 for the router) 2.4G).
- 📶 Turn off background updates: Settings → Annexes → Auto-update → Only on Wi-Fi.
- 📶 Use it. DNS Google (8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4) instead of DNS provider.
- 📶 Limit the number of connected devices to the router (especially if it has a weak processor).
To check the speed:
- Install the Speedtest by Ookla app on your TV (available on Google Play for Android TV).
- Run the test and compare the results with the rate.
nuance 4K-Content: For stable Netflix or YouTube viewing in resolution 3840×2160 speed is required at least 25 Mbps: If the speed is lower, manually reduce the video quality.