Redmi 4 Prime User Guide and FAQ (HM4 Prime, Markw)

Ok, you’ve just bought your Redmi 4 Prime phone and probably you’ve got some questions already. Let’s cover all important things step by step.

Should I update Redmi 4 Prime to new MIUI ROM?

That’s kinda matter of dispute. Of course, it’s always recommended to use the latest available versions of firmware. Although, if everything works fine and you’re happy with your phone, why create additional problems for yourself. Also, always look for more information online and read official change-logs.

I’ve just ordered Redmi 4 Prime from China. What ROM will be installed?

It could be delivered to your with fake MIUI ROM installed (in this case you may stuck with some weird issues and translation errors, although many users have no problems with fake ROMs). It can be also delivered with Official China or Global ROM. Anyway you can always try to ask seller to send you device with Global ROM installed on it.

Can I flash Official Global ROM from fake MIUI ROM without unlocking bootloader?

Yeap, it’s possible. You can actually flash Global ROM from any other ROM. Simply search for the tutorials on our website or use google search.

Can I flash Redmi 4A ROM version on Redmi 4 Prime? Can I install Redmi 4 Prime ROM on Redmi 4?

Right now we have 3 different variations of Redmi 4 phone. These devices (Redmi 4, Redmi 4A and Redmi 4 Prime) are completely different on hardware level and by flashing MIUI ROM from other device model you’ll most probably get a bootloop or even a hardbricked device.

When the new MIUI ROM for Redmi 4 Prime will be released?

You should visit official MIUI forum to find information about newest ROM release dates for Redmi 4 Prime device. We also try to post new information as soon as we can.

How to enter Engineer mode? What are secret codes for Redmi 4 Prime?

To open engineer menu on your Redmi 4 Prime phone, go to call screen and enter *#*#6484#*#*. To open test menu, go to dialing screen and enter *#*#4636#*#*. In the test menu you can change network type for each SIM card, check out detailed battery information and much more.

How to fix call sound and loudspeaker issues on Redmi 4 Prime?

If you stuck with bad connection, awful sound from loudspeaker, LTE is bugged or your phone reboots on call, here’s what you might want to try to fix this. Usually all call and network issues are solved by flashing to the latest MIUI ROM version.

In case you have already unlocked bootloader and installed TWRP Custom Recovery on your phone you can try flashing different modem versions (you’ll need to use modems for Redmi 4 Prime only, other device version modem files will lead you to bootloop or hardbrick).

I’ve got Redmi 4 Prime with fake MIUI Global ROM. What should I do?

Search for official China MIUI ROM and Custom ROMs and check out flashing tutorials on our website. There are many methods on how to flash your Redmi 4 Prime phone.

Which ROM version is the best for Redmi 4 Prime?

The question is very controversial. Everyone chooses their own favorite ROM version.

I’ve got Redmi 4 Prime from China. Will I get OTA updates?

All official ROM versions support OTA updates. If you’ve Custom or Multilingual ROM installed, then you’ll need to check the developer website to check if this ROM supports OTA updates.

How to root Redmi 4 Prime? MTP is not working after root.

The thing is that sometimes MTP is working, but some devices have issues with MTP after root. You can always flash this version of SuperSU via TWRP Custom Recovery and everything should work without any issues.

How to start Redmi 4 Prime in fastboot mode?

Actually, this is very easy.

1. Turn off your phone.
2. Press and hold “Volume Down” and “Power” buttons at the same until you see a fastboot logo.

How to boot Redmi 4 Prime in TWRP Custom Recovery?

1. Turn off your phone.
2. Press and hold “Volume Up”, “Volume Down” and “Power” buttons at the same time.
3. After you saw Mi logo on the screen, release the “Power” button and keep holding both volume buttons for a few more seconds.
4. Wait until recovery mode starts.

How to boot Redmi 4 Prime in EDL mode?

Depends on your phone current state. You can check this tutorial for more information. If you still can’t enter EDL (download mode) and getting 900E error, then the only way you is to use engineering cable or make one yourself.

I’ve got errors with Google Services on Redmi 4 Prime

You can try to install Gmail application from the Google Market. On the first startup it will ask you to update Google Services, after the update everything should work perfectly fine.

Notifications aren’t working on my Redmi 4 Prime

To fix notifications issues on your Redmi 4 Prime phone (or other similar Xiaomi phone models) you’ll need to do the following:

1. First of all make sure you’ve added required applications to auto start.
2. Next check that required apps have access to 3G and/or Wi-Fi.
3. If you’ve network access via Wi-Fi, then enable Wi-Fi in sleep mode.
4. Visit Notifications settings and enable notifications for required apps.
5. Also visit “Battery and performance” settings and turn off power restrictions for required applications.

I’ve flashed Global ROM on Redmi 4 Prime and my phone doesn’t start

All you need is to wait. First startup may take up to 20 minutes.

Can I unlock bootloader on Global ROM?

Yes, it’s possible to unlock bootloader on every official ROM version, simply look for instructions on our website.

I can’t change lock screen background on Global ROM

You’ll need to enable MIUI default launcher. In case you’ve installed different launcher most probably you’ll get errors while changing lock screen background.

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Restoring NVRAM and IMEI code on Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime (HM4 Prime, Markw)

Let’s start with this interesting tutorial right now! Scroll to the bottom of this post to find download links for required files and tools.

1. Download and install QPST and Qualcomm USB Drivers on your PC or laptop: QPST.WIN.2.7.429.rar
2. Enable USB Debugging.
3. Enable Diag Mode on your phone. Enter this code *#*#13491#*#* and in the opened window tap on the first button (DIAG, SERIAL_SMD, RMNET_IPA, ADB) and press “Ok”. If you can’t enter Diad Mode, you can try flashing to official MIUI8 Stable 8.0.5.0 ROM version using the MiFlash tool.
4. Now connect your turned on phone to PC and check “Device manager” to see if all required drivers are installed.
5. Now we’ll make QCN backup. That’s important, so we can roll back in case of any issues.
6. First of all copy your IMEI and MEID code and save somewhere.
7. Start “QPST Configuration” tool. In the opened window you should see your device in the list. If the list is empty double check all required drivers on your PC.
8. In the top menu select “Start Clients \ Software Download”. In the opened window select “Backup” tab. Now press the “Browse” button in the bottom and select a place where you want to save backup of your modem settings (it’s recommended to save in both .qcn and .xqcn file types). Press “Start” to continue. Repeat for another file type.
9. Now we will move the new modem setting. Download and unpack redmi4pro_8null.zip, in this archive you’ll find clean modem files with IMEI=800000000000000. Go to “Restore” tab, press the “Browse” button in the bottom and select file that we’ve previously unpacked from redmi4pro_8null.zip archive.
10. Select “Allow phone / file ESN mishmatch”.
11. Press “Start” and wait until the process is completed.
12. Close all QPST windows!
13. Now we’ll restore our IMEI code.
14. Reboot your phone.
15. Go to “Settings” > “About” and tap a few time on “Storage” > “About phone” and you should see your phone number and clean IMEI (800000000000000). You will need to change this to your own IMEI codes you’ve previously saved. For this we’ll need to download qualcomm_IMEI_Write_tool.zip
16. Unpack Qualcomm IMEI Write Tool and start WriteDualIMEI(W+G_eMMC).exe (in case you want to write the MEID code, then use the “qualcomm Write IMEI MEID.exe” file.).
17. Simply enter your both IMEI codes and and press “Start” to continue. You should see a success message if everything was done correctly.
18. In the end we need to disable Diag Mode. Enter *#*#13491#*#* and tap on the last button (MTP,ADB) and press “Ok”.

Required Software & Files:

• QPST: QPST.WIN.2.7.429.rar
• NVRAM backup with clean IMEI (800000000000000) and empty MEID (90000000000000): redmi4pro_8null.zip
• Qualcomm IMEI Write Tool: qualcomm_IMEI_Write_tool.zip

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