Xiaomi does not see the memory card. Xiaomi does not see the memory card How to place both SIM cards and memory card at the same time

Smartphones from the Chinese brand Xiaomi have a favorable price-functionality ratio. And one of their advantages is the opportunity to purchase for a relatively small amount a gadget with a powerful processor and a good amount of RAM and ROM. But even 32, 64 and 128 gigabytes of RAM, typical of 2016-2017 flagships, are not enough for everyone - especially since some of them are occupied by system applications and the operating system. Memory cards allow you to increase the ROM capacity, expanding the ability to install new programs, and store photos, music and videos. With their help, the size of the information storage can increase several times. But sometimes a Xiaomi smartphone does not see the memory card, and this problem requires the user to find a suitable solution, which depends on its cause.

Types of memory cards

Modern smartphones allow you to expand ROM using one of three types of memory cards:

• microSD memory holds up to 4 GB of data;
• microSDHC flash drives with a capacity of up to 32 GB represent the next generation and are one of the most optimal options for the price;
• microSDXC cards can be up to 2TB in size.

In addition to this classification, there is another division of additional memory - into classes. Thus, Class 2 supports speeds of up to 2 MB/s, Class 4 – up to 4 MB/s, 6th and 10th – 6 and 10 MB/s, respectively. Selecting the second class is recommended only in cases where flash memory is used to store only text documents. Class 10 is required when recording FullHD video to the card.

How to insert a memory card

In the list of Xiaomi brand smartphones you can find models of different types and in almost any price category - from budget phones Redmi 4A and outdated Xiaomi Redmi 3 to Xiaomi Redmi 4 Pro and flagship Xiaomi Mi6, the cost of which is comparable to Apple gadgets. And almost each of them allows you to use two SIM cards at the same time. However, there is no space for a microSD card in a separate slot, so to expand the ROM you will have to sacrifice one SIM card.

The process of installing a flash drive for Xiaomi consists of several steps:

1. On the smartphone body, look for a cover behind which there are slots for SIM cards and microSD cards.
2. A paperclip is inserted into the hole on the cover (the manufacturer suggests removing it not manually, but using a special device).
3. With a little force, press the device until it clicks.
4. The tray is pulled out of the case and cards are installed in the appropriate slots.

The Xiaomi Redmi 4x and Redmi 3 Pro models will have the same SIM card sizes; for some Xiaomi smartphones they may differ (for example, nano-SIM and micro-SIM). However, flash memory is installed approximately the same for any model - from Redmi Note 4x to the new Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus. To complete the connection of the SD card, the tray is carefully closed - also until it clicks.

If the phone does not see the memory card

Problems with flash memory often lie in problems with the drive itself. To test this assumption, you should install the microSD card on another device - another gadget, tablet, or in a laptop card reader. If the card works, then the problem is in the smartphone.

Popular reasons why Xiaomi Redmi 4a or another model of the Chinese brand does not read the microSD drive include:

Software failure. The problem is solved by rebooting the gadget or, in rare cases, flashing the Android system - although the latter method is quite complex and radical.

Lack of smartphone support for a specific flash drive - for example, some microSD cards are not always supported by Xiaomi Max, and most smartphones have memory size limitations (for example, 32 or 64 GB).

Worn contacts in the slot where the card is installed. The issue can be resolved by contacting the service. Although sometimes it is enough to try removing the drive several times and plugging it back in.

Sometimes the problem with cards is caused by viruses or an unsupported format (NTFS or FAT32). You can correct the situation by removing the flash drive from the phone and formatting it on another device - for example, on a PC. Although you can try to format the card on the smartphone itself - if the gadget allows you to perform this operation, the drive is guaranteed to work. True, all the data stored on it will not be saved - and if the flash drive is read by another device, it is worth moving (or copying) all valuable information to it.

Installing applications on an SD card

New applications can be automatically installed on the flash drive immediately after it is placed in the appropriate slot. If this does not happen, the settings will have to be set manually. To select the part of the memory in which program data will be stored, set the “SD card” item in the “Memory” menu of the smartphone.

To transfer already installed applications to the card, you need to perform the following steps:

1. Go to system settings.
2. Select "All applications".
3. Find the program you need and go to its properties.
4. Click on the “Move to SD card” button.

If installing and moving a specific application to a flash drive is impossible (and there is not even such a menu item in the properties), you can use third-party utilities. The Clean Master program, which is distributed free of charge and does not require root rights to operate, helps to transfer applications to a memory card. Link2SD and Folder Mount utilities offer good and effective transfer solutions. But to run them, “superuser rights” are required, the presence of which on the device makes it more vulnerable to viruses.

Xiaomi's product range includes the Redmi 3 and Redmi 4 line of phones, which includes smartphones such as Redmi 3S, Redmi 3X and Redmi 3 Pro, Redmi 4 and 4X.

If the original Xiaomi Redmi 3 does not have a fingerprint scanner on the back, then all other models have a fingerprint scanner. What do these smartphones have in common? They insert a SIM card in the same way. Many of our readers ask how to insert a SIM card into a Xiaomi Redmi 3 (Redmi 4 and 4X) smartphone. We at Galagram decided to publish detailed instructions on how to do this.

We insert SIM cards and microSD memory cards into smartphones of the Redmi 3, 4, 4X line

To do this, you will need the Redmi 3, 3S, 3 Pro or Redmi 4X smartphone itself and the supplied paperclip, which is sold along with the smartphone in the package. If you look directly at the phone’s display, then on its right side there are volume and activation keys, and on its left side there will be a tray for SIM and microSD memory cards (depending on the model). You need to do the following:

• insert the supplied paperclip into the hole on the SIM tray
• Press exactly straight until you hear a click and the tray moves
• remove the paperclip and carefully pull out the SIM tray from Redmi 3

The tray will have two slots at once: for micro and nano SIM cards in Redmi 3 and a hybrid tray for micro and nano SIM cards in Redmi 3 Pro, 3S and 3X. Install the necessary cards into the SIM tray: SIM cards or memory cards and also carefully insert the tray back into the metal body of the Redmi 3 smartphone until it clicks until it aligns with the plane of the phone’s body.

How to place both SIM cards and memory card at the same time

Now let's try to cheat and insert two SIM cards and a memory card at the same time. It is worth paying attention here that such a procedure can harm your smartphone, so everything you do is at one's own risk.

To do this, you need to warm up your SIM card a little (15-20 seconds under a lighter), and then carefully remove the chip itself from the plastic. Now insert the microSD card and your peeled-off SIM on top of the memory card so as not to overlap the contacts. That's all, now your Redmi 3 will simultaneously see two SIM cards and a memory card. See the photo below for details.

If you need the perfect budget smartphone, then Xiaomi is ready to offer an excellent option that is suitable for both female and male audiences. Capacious battery, fingerprint scanner and nice appearance. All this is Xiaomi Redmi 3s.

Xiaomi cannot be praised for its generosity in packaging its products. In the box with the device you can only find a 2A charger, a microUSB cable, a paperclip for removing the SIM card slot and a small set of documentation.

general information

The device is equipped with an 8-core Snapdragon 430 processor with a frequency of 1.4 GHz and an Adreno 505 graphics processor. Depending on the modification, the device can be available in two versions:

• 2 GB RAM and 16 GB internal
• 3 GB RAM and 32 GB internal

For those for whom this is not enough, you can connect a memory card with a capacity of up to 128 GB.

The diagonal of Xiaomi Redmi 3S is 5 inches and the resolution is 1280 x 720 pixels. There is a “reading mode” and the ability to set the color tone. The picture is bright and high quality. The device recognizes up to 10 simultaneous touches.

The front camera has a resolution of 5 MP, and the main one is 13 MP.

The main camera is capable of recording video in FullHD resolution with stereo sound.

The sound is loud and high-quality, there is a sound settings panel depending on the type of headphones connected.

A nice addition is the fingerprint scanner located on the rear panel.

The phone is capable of operating in all common mobile networks (2G, 3G and 4G), and also has WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS and GLONASS modules.

Battery capacity is 4000-4100 mAh.

Specifications

Manufacturer	Xiaomi
Model	Xiaomi Redmi 3s
Announcement date	2016, June
Network support	GSM/HSPA/LTE
- 2G	GSM 900 / 1800 - SIM 1 and SIM 2
- 3G	HSDPA 900 / 2100
- 4G	LTE band 3(1800), 5(850), 40(2300) - India
Bluetooth	v4.1, A2DP
WiFi	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, access point
Dimensions	139.3 x 69.6 x 8.5 mm (5.48 x 2.74 x 0.33 inches)
Weight	144 g (5.08 oz)
Accumulator battery	Non-removable, Li-Ion 4100 mAh
Display	(~71.1% of smartphone surface)
- permission	720 x 1280 pixels (~294 ppi)
CPU	Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430
- CPU frequency	Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
- graphic arts	Adreno 505
Memory	16 GB, 2 GB RAM
USB	microUSB v2.0
Camera	Photo/Video
- main	13 MP, f/2.0, phase detection autofocus, LED flash
- frontal	5 MP, f/2.2, 1080p
operating system	Android OS, v6.0.1 (Marshmallow)

Appearance

The Xiaomi Redmi 3S smartphone is clad in a metal case with plastic inserts on top and bottom and has a non-removable back cover. Recently, many mobile device manufacturers have decided to take note of this, which has made it more difficult to replace the battery, but has made it possible to reduce the thickness of smartphones.

Due to the fact that the case is not collapsible, the slot for SIM cards and a memory card are located on the right side. 2 SIM cards (nano + micro) or 1 SIM card and 1 memory card can be installed at the same time.

This is not always convenient, but the manufacturer considered this approach the most appropriate.

Opposite the slot, but on the other side, there is a power button and a volume rocker. This placement can be considered a reference, since it allows you to control the device with one hand.

The bottom edge of the Xiaomi Redmi 3s has a microphone and a microUSB port, which can be used to charge a smartphone, connect to a computer and other devices, including flash drives, mice, keyboards, external modems and more.

On the top edge there are: a microphone, an infrared port and a 3.5 mm headphone input.

The front side of the mobile device does not stand out in any way and is equipped with a standard set of components. It houses a 5-inch HD display, proximity and light sensors, a front camera, three navigation buttons and an event indicator located next to them.

On the back there is a main camera with a flash, a round fingerprint scanner, a company logo, and a speaker grille.

The corners of the edges of the smartphone are rounded. This allows you to hold the device more securely in your hand.

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pros

• affordable price;
• Fingerprint's scanner;
• infrared port;
• OTG support;
• powerful rechargeable battery.

minuses

• Lack of tempered glass on the display.

For its balanced price-quality ratio, as well as technical characteristics, the Xiaomi Redmi 3s smartphone is secretly considered one of the best budget phones of 2016.

Most modern smartphones are equipped with a memory card slot. Xiaomi is no exception. The presence of this function allows you to save important information on the device (music, photos, documents, notes), expand its capabilities and functionality, and also use the mobile device as an external storage device. When Xiaomi does not see the memory card, owners face some difficulties, especially if the phone was a way to store data for school or work.

What to do first

If you decide to immediately format the card or take the gadget in for repair, do not rush to do it. First, insert the SD into another device (tablet or computer) and check its operation. These simple steps will help you figure out whether the problem is with your phone or your removable storage device. Only after this can you choose a solution.

If possible, test another memory card with your smartphone; it is quite possible that both devices are functioning properly.

What could be the reasons for the breakdown?

Sometimes the violation may lie directly in the smartphone. To restore the functionality of the flash drive, copy the information to a computer or other device, follow these steps (depending on the situation):

1. Smartphone software crashes. Remove and insert the flash drive back, reboot the gadget. System operation will be restored.
2. Xiaomi does not support SD from some manufacturers or, due to its limited capabilities, cannot work with high-capacity drives. Study the technical parameters of the gadget; perhaps it cannot handle memory cards larger than 8 GB, but you offer it 32 GB. It is worth noting that sometimes correct operation is not possible due to the type of file system.
3. Broken contacts in the slot. When Xiaomi does not see the storage SD card for this reason, remove the card and insert it back. If the problem occurs repeatedly, you should take the gadget in for repair. Fixing a breakdown takes a few minutes and is relatively inexpensive.

How to restore functionality

When an SD card fails, the following reasons can be noted:

1. The flash drive memory is full. Take it out of your phone and open it on your computer, deleting unnecessary files or saving them on your computer. By freeing up space on the drive, you will restore the functionality of the device;
2. Virus infection or incorrect file system format. You need to format it on your phone or computer. With this method of solving the problem, the data on the device will be lost.

To format using a smartphone, follow the following algorithm:

• go to the Menu and select the “Memory” section;
• select the “Remove memory card” or “Clear memory card” function and wait for the process to begin;
• After formatting is completed, the “Connect SD card” function will appear.

Depending on the Xiaomi model, the name or order of functions may change.

To format using a computer, you should adhere to the following algorithm:

• connect the card to the computer using a card reader;
• On your computer, open the “My Computer” section (the icon is located in the Start menu or on the desktop), select SD, which is usually displayed as a flash drive (or removable disk);
• By right-clicking on the flash drive, a menu will appear in front of you where you need to select the “Format” function;
• click the start button and wait until the formatting is completed;
• done, the memory card should restore its functionality.

A smartphone may not see SD for various reasons, and this is not always a serious problem. However, if none of these methods work for you, your best bet may be to contact a qualified repair professional. You should not disassemble the gadget yourself and try to repair it.

The now popular Chinese company Xiaomi has released several lines of phones, including such popular models as Xiaomi Redmi 4A, Xiaomi Redmi 3s, Xiaomi Redmi 4 Pro, and many others.

What these models have in common is that the SIM card can be inserted in a completely identical way. How to insert a SIM card into Xiaomi Redmi 4 (and many other models, for example, Xiaomi Redmi 4A) - this is what our article is about today.

To perform this operation, you will need the Xiaomi smartphone itself plus a paperclip for opening the tray, which already comes with the kit in the box with the phone. The tray itself is located on the left side of the device, and you can also insert a microSD flash drive there instead of a second SIM card.

Sequencing

• Insert a paperclip into the small hole on the tray;
• Press until you hear a click and remove the inserted paper clip;
• We take out the tray from the phone.

Here you will see two places at once - for nano and micro SIM cards (in Redmi 3), and a hybrid tray in Redmi 3 Pro, 3X and 3S (instead of the second SIM card, you can insert a memory card there).

You need to install the cards in the required slots, then carefully insert the tray back into the smartphone. If everything is done correctly, you will hear a click and feel that the tray is aligned with the phone body.

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How to insert a memory card

Anyone who has repeatedly inserted SIM cards into their Xiaomi knows that they are not the only ones inserted there. As always, you can also place another card in the Xiaomi Redmi 4 – micro SD, which serves as an internal storage. You can store pictures, photos, music, videos, install applications and much more on it. You can do without a flash drive, but the built-in memory is not always enough, so users have to choose either two mobile numbers or additional space for files.

To install a memory card, you need to perform almost the same steps as in the previous paragraph - insert a paperclip into the hole on the SIM tray, press until it clicks, pull out the tray and install a SIM card in the first slot, and an SD memory card in the second.

Simultaneous placement of two cards and an SD drive

Yes, yes, there is such a method, but we consider it our duty to warn you: any actions are performed at your own peril and risk, they can harm your smartphone. If you want your Xiaomi smartphone to simultaneously serve two phone numbers and a large number of personal files and programs, follow the instructions below.

To do this, you need to heat the SIM card under a lighter for 15-20 seconds, and then carefully remove the electronic chip itself from the plastic shell and insert it, as well as an SD memory card, into a special slot in the tray. But do this in such a way that the golden contacts do not overlap each other, but can be recognized and separated by the smartphone as separate. After that, insert the tray into the Xiaomi Redmi 4 Pro as usual and check the functionality of this method by turning on the gadget. With a high degree of probability, the phone will see both SIM cards and a memory card at the same time, but we do not guarantee that the device will not malfunction.

In any case, we advise you to be careful and not once again risk the integrity and safety of your gadget - it is better to choose one of two real options than to later regret your ingenuity over a broken phone.