How to configure an APN on Realme X2

Maybe it happened to you when you went abroad, or when you changed operators, you cannot connect to the net or can not send pictures. If so, it’s probably because of the APN seted up on your Realme X2. So we made the decision to write this content to resolve this issue. We will first of all find out what a APN is. We will see in a second time how to configure an APN on your Realme X2. Finally, we will see in what situations it is necessary to modify the APN on the Realme X2.



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What is an APN

The APN means Access Point Name. The APN consequently represents a set of connection data. This connection data allows your Realme X2 to connect to the net and receive MMS. An improperly configured APN can thus prevent your Realme X2 from receiving MMS or connecting to the internet. You should know that each operator has a different APN of their own.

Tips on how to configure an APN on your Realme X2

If you’d like to set up an APN on your Realme X2, you will need to navigate to the Settings menu. Once you’re there, go to Network and Internet and Mobile Network . You will need to navigate to Advanced Settings and then Access Point Names . Once you’re there, you must click the three dots at the top right of the screen and select New APN . You may then access a form that you will need to fill in with the data of your operator. For example, if you are at Vodafone , you must find the Vodafone APN data on the internet and copy it into the form. Most of the time, the APN of each operator are easily findable. You must repeat two times the procedure on your Realme X2. In fact, you need an APN for internet and an APN for MMS.


In which case should you set up an APN on your Realme X2?

Generally speaking, you may not necessarily need to configure an APN on your Realme X2 as normally, this is done automatically. However, there are several situations that need the setup of an APN on your Realme X2. This is for example the case if you bought your used Realme X2 and that the person who sold it to you was with a different operator than yours. This could also be the case if you are traveling abroad and consequently change your SIM card.