How to distribute the Internet from Xiaomi to your computer: all ways + tips for acceleration

Modern Xiaomi smartphones can easily replace a router or modem when you need to urgently connect your computer to the Internet. Whether you are on a business trip, in a country without wired Internet or just want to save on mobile traffic - handing out the Internet from phone to PC solves the problem in a few minutes. However, not all users know how to properly configure this connection to avoid problems with speed, stability or security.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to distribute the Internet from Xiaomi devices (including Redmi models, POCO And the flagship series, on Windows, macOS and Linux, you'll learn which is the fastest method, how to get around carrier restrictions, and what to do if the PC can't see the network from the phone. MIUI, which help to optimize the connection.

Before you get to the instructions, check two key points: the availability of mobile Internet on the phone (the 4G/5G or E icon in the status bar) and sufficient balance on the account (some operators block the distribution when the balance is negative).

1. Distribution of the Internet via USB (the most stable way)

Connection to USB-The cable provides maximum speed and minimal delays, as data is transmitted directly without interference from other devices, a method ideal for online games, video conferencing or downloading large files — USB-The distribution does not consume the battery of the phone, as it is simultaneously charged from the computer.

To activate the USB distribution on Xiaomi:

1. Connect your phone to your PC with the original cable (preferably from the kit).Using uncertified cables can lead to an error "USB-device not identified".
2. On the phone, unlock the screen and in the notification that appears, select the File Transfer mode (or Charge only if the first option did not work).
3. Open Settings → Access Point and modem (on some firmware Settings → Connections → Modem).
4. Activate the switch "USB-In 5-10 seconds, a new network connection will appear on the PC.

If the computer does not recognize the connection:

• 🔄 Restart both devices – sometimes resetting temporary errors helps.
• 🔌 Try another one. USB-port (preferably) USB 3.0 - usually blue).
• 📱 Update. MIUI — In older versions of the firmware there are bugs with USB-modem.
• 💻 Install drivers for Xiaomi on PC (you can download from the official website) MIUI).

Make sure the cable is good and supports data transmission.

Enable developer mode and USB debugging (if the PC can’t see the phone)

Disable the antivirus on your computer – it can block a new connection

Check if the phone is power-saving (it limits the power-saving mode) USB-linkage)-->

⚠️ Note: Some operators (such as Tele2 or Iota) may limit speed USB-distributions up to 60-100 Mbps, even if your tariff supports 4G+. To get around this, use apps like PDANet.+ (requires root rights).

2. Wi-Fi Access Point: Setup and Optimization

Wi-Fi Internet sharing is convenient because it allows you to connect multiple devices at once (up to 10 on most Xiaomi models), but this method consumes the phone’s battery faster than USB, and can suffer from interference if there are many other networks nearby.

Instructions for setting:

1. Open Settings → Access Point and modem → Setup Wi-Fi hotspot.
2. Give me the name of the network (SSID) — Use Latin without spaces (for example, Xiaomi_Hotspot).
3. Select the type of security – WPA2-PSK (the most secure) is recommended.
4. Create a password at least 8 characters long (a combination of letters, numbers and characters).
5. Press Save and activate the Wi-Fi Access Point switch.

To improve the stability of the connection:

• 📶 Change the Wi-Fi channel manually (in the access point settings). Channels 1, 6, 11 are usually less loaded.
• 🔋 Connect your phone to charging – Wi-Fi handouts put a lot of battery down.
• 📱 Turn off background apps on your phone (especially messengers and cloud services).
• 🖥️ On PC, disable automatic update of system files to avoid wasting traffic.

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3. Internet distribution via Bluetooth: when it comes in handy

Bluetooth connection is inferior in speed to USB and Wi-Fi, but has its advantages:

• 🔋 Minimum battery consumption (compared to Wi-Fi).
• 🛡️ More secure connection – password is only required when pairing first.
• 📱 It works even without it. SIM-Cards (if the phone is connected to Wi-Fi).

How to set up:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your phone and computer.
2. Connect devices: on the PC, select "Add Bluetooth device", on the phone confirm the connection.
3. On the phone, open Settings → Access Point and modem and activate the “Bluetooth modem”.
4. On a PC, select the connection you have created (commonly called “Network Connection via Bluetooth”).

⚠️ Attention: Bluetooth speeds rarely exceed 2-3 Mbps, which is only enough for instant messengers or mail.

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If your Bluetooth connection is permanently broken, try turning off the Adaptive Bluetooth feature on your phone in the developer settings, which automatically turns off the module to save power.

4.The solution to the problems: why the computer does not see the network from Xiaomi

Even with the right setup, errors can occur. Let's consider the most common and ways to fix them:

Problem 1: Your computer is not connected to a Wi-Fi hotspot

• 🔄 Reboot the access point on your phone (turn off and turn on again).
• 📵 Make sure your PC is on Wi-Fi (sometimes the button is turned off accidentally).
• 🔐 Check the password – enter it manually to avoid autocomplete errors.
• 📡 Change the Wi-Fi channel in the access point settings (for example, from car to 6).

Problem 2: No Internet access when connecting via USB

If the network icon on the PC shows "No Internet access":

1. On the phone, turn off "Traffic Savings" in the settings SIM-map.
2. On PC, open Network Adapters and check if Remote NDIS is disabled.
3. Update your network card drivers on your computer (especially if you are using Windows 7/8).

Problem 3: The operator is blocking the distribution of the Internet

Some operators (for example, MTS or Beeline) limit distribution at certain rates.

• 📲 Change. APN on universal (for example, Internet.beeline.ru instead of home.beeline.ru).
• 🔗 Use it. VPN on a phone (e.g. 1.1.1.1 or ProtonVPN).
• 💳 Connect the option "Distribute the Internet" in the operator's personal account (sometimes paid).

5. How to speed up the distribution of the Internet with Xiaomi

If the speed of the distribution leaves much to be desired, try these methods:

On the phone:

• 📶 Turn on the mode. 4G+ or 5G (if supported by yours SIM-card).
• 🔋 Turn off background synchronization (in account settings) Google/Xiaomi).
• 📴 Activate the plane mode for 10 seconds, then turn off - this resets the network settings.
• 🔄 Change the type of network with LTE on 3G (sometimes 3G It works more consistently in densely populated areas).

On the computer:

• 🖥️ Turn off the download of updates (in Windows: Settings) → Update and security → Additional parameters).
• 🔌 Use the cable. USB 3.0 for distribution – it provides speeds up to 480 Mbps.
• 🛡️ Turn off the firewall temporarily to check if it is blocking traffic.

For advanced users:

If you're willing to sacrifice security for speed, you can turn off encryption in the access point settings (Security Type → No), but it will make your network vulnerable to data interception.

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The fastest way to distribute — USB-cable, the most versatile - Wi-Fi. Bluetooth is suitable only for transferring small amounts of data.

6. Alternative methods: distribution without root and with root rights

If standard methods do not work (for example, the operator rigidly blocks the distribution), you can use workarounds.

No root rights:

• 🌐 Use the NetShare app – it creates VPN-tunnel to circumvent restrictions (requires installation on both devices).

With root rights:

If you have root access, the possibilities are expanded:

• 🔧 Edit the build.prop file by adding the net.tethering.noprovisioning line=true.
• 📶 Use the Xposed Framework with Tethering Enabler.

⚠️ Note: Root-rights methods can lead to loss of warranty and unstable phone operation.Before making changes, back up your data via Mi Cloud or TWRP.

7. Comparison of distribution methods: which to choose

FAQ: Frequent questions about giving out the Internet with Xiaomi