How to set up Wi-Fi on the Honor 9 Lite: full instructions with photos and expert advice

Honor 9 Lite - a popular smartphone with the function dual Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz), but its configuration often raises questions among users. Unlike modern flagships, there is no automatic switching between bands, and the interface EMUI 8.0 (based on Android 8.0) has its own peculiarities. If you've just purchased a used device or are unable to connect to the network after a factory reset, this guide will help you understand all the nuances.

We will cover not only the basic connection to the router, but also hidden settings, which will improve connection stability. For example, how to force the 5 GHz band for high-speed internet or disable power saving, which interferes with Wi-Fi operation in the background. And if you still can't get a network connection, there are tips at the end of the article. solutions section 90% of typical problems.

Important: Honor 9 Lite (model LLD-AL10/AL20/AL30/TL10) does not support Wi-Fi 6, but if the router is configured correctly, it can produce up to 300 Mbps on 5 GHz (versus 150 Mbps on 2.4 GHz). All screenshots were taken with the latest firmware. If you have a different interface, update the software via Settings → System → Software Update.

1. Preparing your phone for Wi-Fi setup

Before connecting to the network, check three key points:

• 🔋 Battery charge above 20%. When the charge is low Honor 9 Lite Automatically limits background activity, including scanning for Wi-Fi networks.
• 📶 Airplane mode disabled. Even if the icon is not lit, check through the notification shade or in Settings → Wireless & networks → Airplane mode.
• 🔄 Software updatesOutdated firmware may cause connection errors. The current version for LLD-AL20 — EMUI 9.1.0.323 (Android 9).

If you have just performed a factory reset (Hard Reset), the phone may not "see" the network due to the wrong date and time. This is fixed in Settings → System → Date & Time — turn it on automatic synchronization or set the current values ​​manually.

⚠️ Note: On some firmware versions, the Wi-Fi module is disabled at the kernel level after a reset. If networks are not detected at all (even after a reboot), go to Settings → Apps → Settings (⚙) → Accessibility → Location access and enable permission for Wi-Fi Services.

2. Step-by-step instructions: how to connect to Wi-Fi

Open Settings (gear icon on the desktop) and go to the section Wireless Networks → Wi-FiThe slider in the upper right corner should be active (blue color) If the networks are not displayed, click Refresh (round arrow).

Select your network from the list. If it's not there:

• 🔍 Make sure your router is turned on and broadcasting its SSID (sometimes hidden in the settings).
• 📡 Check if yours supports Honor 9 Lite router range. For example, if the router only operates at 5 GHz, and this module is disabled in the phone.
• 🛡️ Temporary MAC address restrictions in the router (sometimes block new devices).

After selecting the network, enter the password. Please note:

Check the letter case (A ≠ a)

Use a keyboard with an English layout.

Make sure there is no space at the end of the password.

If the password is copied, paste it without extra characters-->

If the password is correct but the connection fails, try:

1. Restart your phone and router.
2. Forget a network (click on its name → Delete) and reconnect.
3. Change the encryption type in the router WPA3 on WPA2-PSK (in security settings).

3. Connection optimization: band and channel selection

Honor 9 Lite Supports both Wi-Fi bands, but connects to 2.4 GHz by default—even if 5 GHz is available and free. To force the band selection:

1. Open Settings → Wi-Fi.
2. Click on the name of your network → Additionally (or Network settings).
3. Select Wi-Fi range → 5 GHz (if available).

If this option is missing, your router isn't broadcasting 5 GHz or your phone isn't seeing that network. Check your router settings:

To check your current connection range and speed, use the app WiFi Analyzer (available in AppGalleryIf the speed at 5 GHz is lower than expected, try changing the channel in your router to a less crowded one (for example, from 36 to 48).

⚠️ Note: In some regions (for example, in Russia), channels 12–14 on 2.4 GHz are prohibited. If your router uses them, Honor 9 Lite If it doesn't connect, change the channel to 1-11.

4. Set up power saving for stable Wi-Fi

By default Honor 9 Lite aggressively saves battery power, which leads to connection break when you lock your screen. To avoid this:

1. Go to Settings → Battery → Battery settings.
2. Select Closing apps after locking the screen → disable the option.
3. Go back and press Managing Application Launches.
4. Find Wi-Fi Settings in the list → install Manual control and turn on all switches.

Additionally, disable adaptive brightness (it indirectly affects the operation of the Wi-Fi module) Settings → DisplayIf the problem persists, add applications that use the Internet (for example, YouTube or Telegram), V optimization exceptions:

• 📱 Settings → Battery → Launch apps
• 🔄 Select an app → Manual control
• ⚡ Turn on Autostart, Secondary launch And Work in the background

5. Troubleshooting: Wi-Fi won't connect or keeps disconnecting

If after all the settings the network still doesn't work, check these points:

For diagnostics use engineering menu:

1. Open the app Telephone and enter ##2846579##.
2. Go to ProjectMenu → Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Info.
3. Check the parameters RSSI (signal level) and Link Speed (current speed).

If RSSI below -70 dBm, the signal is too weak - move closer to the router or use repeater. If Link Speed shows 1 Mbps, the problem is in the router settings (usually the wrong network mode).

What should I do if Wi-Fi stops working after a software update?

Reset network settings: Settings → System → Reset → Reset network settingsIf it doesn't help, roll back the firmware via HiSuite (official utility from Huawei) or install custom software (for example, LineageOS 16 For Honor 9 Lite).

6. Manual assignment of IP address and DNS

If your router is providing incorrect DHCP settings (for example, an IP address from a different range), set up a static IP:

1. Go to Settings → Wi-Fi, click on your network → Additionally.
2. Turn on Additional options (or IP settings).
3. Select Static instead of DHCP.
4. Fill in the fields:
   • IP address: 192.168.1.100 (the last digit is any from 100 to 254)
   • Gateway: 192.168.1.1 (your router's address)
   • Network prefix length: 24
   • DNS 1: 8.8.8.8 (Google) or 1.1.1.1 (Cloudflare)

To speed up website loading and reduce ping in games, use alternative DNS:

After changing DNS, reboot your phone and check the speed through SpeedtestIf your ping in games remains high, try DNS Benchmark (Android app) - it will select the optimal servers automatically.

7. Security: How to secure your Wi-Fi connection

Honor 9 Lite Vulnerable to attacks over public networks due to its outdated protocol stack. To protect yourself:

• 🔒 Turn it off WPS in the router (this is a vulnerable protocol).
• 🛡️ Use WPA2-PSK with a password of at least 12 characters (a mixture of letters, numbers and symbols).
• 📵 Turn off Guest networkIf it is not needed, it is often hacked.
• 🔄 Update your router firmware regularly (especially if it's a model TP-Link or D-Link older than 2019).

For additional protection, install VPN (For example, ProtonVPN or Windscribe). On Honor 9 Lite It's better to use the protocol WireGuard - it is less resource-intensive than OpenVPN. Setting:

1. Download the VPN app from AppGallery or APKMirror.
2. Select a server in your country (for minimal ping).
3. Enable the option Killer Switch (kill switch) to prevent traffic from bypassing the VPN.

⚠️ Warning: Do not use free VPNs without encryption (e.g. Hola or Betternet) - they sell your traffic to third parties. Honor 9 Lite With 3GB of RAM, even paid VPNs can slow down—disable them when watching videos.

8. Alternative ways to connect to the Internet

If Wi-Fi is fundamentally not working (for example, the module is broken), use these methods:

• 📶 Mobile Internet: Insert a SIM card with a 4G tariff (networks up to LTE Cat. 6).
• 🔗 USB modem: Connect your phone to PC via USB and turn it on USB Internet V Settings → Wireless & networks → Tethering & portable hotspot.
• 📡 Bluetooth modem: Connect to another phone or PC via Bluetooth and share the Internet.
• 🔌 Ethernet adapterBuy an adapter USB-C to Ethernet (about 500 ₽) and connect the cable from the router.

To distribute the Internet with Honor 9 Lite to other devices:

1. Go to Settings → Wireless & networks → Tethering & portable hotspot.
2. Turn on Wi-Fi hotspot.
3. Set up a network name (SSID) and password (minimum 8 characters).
4. IN Additionally select range 5 GHz (if maximum speed is required).

Please note: When the access point is active the battery drains quickly (up to 1% per minute). To save battery, connect your phone to a charger and reduce transmit power in the modem mode settings.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about Wi-Fi on the Honor 9 Lite

🔹 Why does my phone see the network but not connect to it?

Reasons:

1. Incorrect password (check case and keyboard layout).
2. The router is blocking the device by MAC address (check the section in the router's web interface MAC filtering).
3. The signal is too weak (check RSSI in the engineering menu - it should be higher -70 dBm).
4. IP conflict (assign static IP manually, see section 6).

Solution: Restart your router and phone, "forget" the network in the settings, and reconnect.

🔹 How do I know which band (2.4 or 5 GHz) my phone is connected to?

Methods:

• Install the application WiFi Analyzer - it will show the current range.
• In the engineering menu (##2846579##) go to Wi-Fi → Wi-Fi Info and look at the parameter Frequency (24xx — 2.4 GHz, 5xxx — 5 GHz).
• If your connection speed is above 150 Mbps, you are definitely on 5 GHz.

🔹 Is it possible to increase the Wi-Fi module's power on the Honor 9 Lite?

No, it's a hardware limitation. But you can:

• Use external antenna (you will need an adapter for the connector) IPEX and disassembling the phone).
• Install custom firmware with modified drivers (for example, LineageOS with a core Kirin 659 from XDA Developers).
• Bring your phone closer to the router or use Mesh system (For example, TP-Link Deco).

⚠️ Warning: Disassembling your phone will void your warranty, and unofficial firmware may contain vulnerabilities.

🔹 Why does Wi-Fi only work near the router?

Possible reasons:

• Weak signal due to obstacles (walls, furniture) or long distance.
• The router operates on a high 5 GHz channel (for example, 149–165), which does not penetrate walls well.
• Limiting the transmission power in the router settings (check the parameter Transmit Power — should be 100%).
• Problems with the phone's antenna (check if the contact has come loose after being dropped).

Solution: Switch to 2.4 GHz, change channel to 1-6 or use a repeater.

🔹 How to reset network settings on the Honor 9 Lite?

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → System → Reset.
2. Select Reset network settings (not to be confused with Reset all settings!).
3. Confirm the action with a password or pattern.
4. After rebooting, reconnect to Wi-Fi.

⚠️ This will delete all saved networks, passwords, Bluetooth and mobile data settings.