ALFA Network AP91-5G: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The ALFA Network AP91-5G was supported by OpenWrt from 18.06.0 on the ar71xx/generic target, but its last supported release has reached end of life. Its WiFi 5 (AC) wireless on the ath9k driver rates fair for open-source driver support (0.50/1.0), installation is rated easy, and we have no current US retail listing for it.
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Specifications
| SoC | Atheros AR7240 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 400 MHz |
| RAM | 32 MB |
| Flash | 8 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 1 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 5 (AC) |
| Radios | 5GHz: a/n/ac |
| WLAN hardware | Atheros AR9280 |
| WLAN driver | ath9k |
| OpenWrt target | ar71xx / generic |
| Package architecture | mips_24kc |
| Current release | EOL |
| Supported since | 18.06.0 |
| Install method | GUI OEM, U-Boot TFTP recovery, see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | easy |
| Power supply | 24 VDC Passive PoE |
| Device type | Access point |
| Estimated throughput | 50 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the AP91-5G
Installation on this device is rated easy. You can flash it from the stock web interface without opening the case or using a serial cable. Documented methods: GUI OEM, U-Boot TFTP recovery, see git-commit.
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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