How to Share Internet From a Xiaomi Phone

Internet access can be needed anywhere, but a Wi-Fi router is not always available. To help comes an ordinary smartphone with mobile Internet, with a good reserve of megabytes (or unlimited traffic). So today, we will learn how to give out the Internet from your Xiaomi phone using different communication services (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB).

Share via Wi-Fi

Internet distribution using Wi-Fi on Xiaomi is the most common and simple way. The smartphone acts as a wireless router, and the mobile Internet is transmitted through the Wi-Fi module.

This method is suitable for phones and laptops. For personal computers, it is an irrelevant way because, in most cases, they have no wireless module.

For a desktop computer to see Wi-Fi network, you need to buy and configure a special Wi-Fi adapter, which works through a USB port.

So, to give out Wi-Fi from your Xiaomi or Redmi phone, you need the following:

Go to “Settings” and under “Wireless networks” select “Wi-Fi hotspot”.
Now you need to activate the slider.
Then go to “Access point settings” and specify the following information: SSID (smartphone model), protection (WPA2 PSK), and a password of at least 8 characters. In the column “Frequency range” you can choose 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz. We recommend the first option, as all devices do not support 5 GHz.
When the “Access point” mode is enabled and configured, search for the created network on a laptop or another phone, enter the password, and connect. Done, now the mobile Internet will be broadcast as Wi-Fi.

Additionally, you can set a traffic limit for one connected device; if it is exceeded, you will automatically cut off access to Wi-Fi and notify about it.

Give out via USB

Using a wired USB modem will be a great option for owners of personal computers. You’ll need a phone with mobile Internet, the PC itself, and a cable to connect it. It is better to use the factory wire for faster data transfer.

Note that speeds can be much slower than with Wi-Fi. In addition, wires are used, so the user is “tied” to the workplace.

Use the USB cable to connect the smartphone to the computer;
On the phone, go to “Settings” – “Additional functions“;
We move the slider in mode “On” opposite to item “USB-modem”;
On the computer, we activate a new connection in the “Connection on local network” section. Here we have distributed the Internet via USB.

Share via Bluetooth

An alternative option involves the use of a Bluetooth module. Again it is suitable mainly for phones and laptops. This transfer can be done from Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones to any device.

“Settings” – “Additional functions“.
Activate the item “Bluetooth modem”.
On the computer, click “Add Bluetooth device.”
Starts searching for your smartphone and select your device.
The security code is displayed. On the computer and the phone, we press “Connect“.
Done. Now the Bluetooth modem sharing is successfully installed.

FAQ

Why won’t my Xiaomi give out the Internet via Wi-Fi?

First, ensure that mobile Internet is activated and there are enough unspent megabytes. Disable antivirus and blocker programs. Check if there is a Wi-Fi module on the device, which should receive the Internet. If nothing helps, contact the service center.

Does giving out the Internet affect the charge level?

Yes, the smartphone discharges much faster. Turn off all unnecessary processes to save the charge and close the background applications.

Can I connect my smartphone as a USB modem to my laptop?

Yes, the above instructions are valid for personal computers and laptops.

Today we learned how to give out mobile Internet from a Xiaomi smartphone or tablet. As we can see, it is done very quickly and easily. There are three universal ways for the user to choose. Write in the comments if you distribute mobile Internet to other devices and which option you prefer.