ALFA Network AP120C: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The ALFA Network AP120C was supported by OpenWrt from 17.01.0 on the ar71xx/generic target, but its last supported release has reached end of life. Its WiFi 4 (N) wireless on the ath9k driver rates fair for open-source driver support (0.50/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is no longer sold new.
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Where to buy
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Specifications
| SoC | Atheros AR9344 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 533 MHz |
| RAM | 128 MB |
| Flash | 16 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 1 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 4 (N) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n · 5GHz: a/n |
| WLAN hardware | Atheros AR9344 |
| WLAN driver | ath9k |
| OpenWrt target | ar71xx / generic |
| Package architecture | mips_24kc |
| Current release | EOL |
| Supported since | 17.01.0 |
| Install method | U-Boot TFTP + serial recovery, see forum |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 12 VDC, PoE 802.3af |
| Device type | Home router |
| Estimated throughput | 66 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the AP120C
Installation on this device is rated moderate. Expect to use a recovery mode, TFTP or a vendor tool rather than a plain web upload. Documented methods: U-Boot TFTP + serial recovery, see forum.
Official OpenWrt device page for the AP120C
Flashing third-party firmware can brick a router and usually voids the warranty. Always check that the firmware image matches your exact hardware version.
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