AsiaRF AP7621-IL1: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The AsiaRF AP7621-IL1 runs OpenWrt 24.10.5 on the ramips/mt7621 target, and has been supported since 21.02.0. Its WiFi 5 (AC) wireless on the mt76 driver rates good for open-source driver support (0.80/1.0), installation is rated easy, and it is no longer sold new.
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Specifications
| SoC | MediaTek MT7621A |
|---|---|
| CPU | 2 cores @ 880 MHz |
| RAM | 512 MB |
| Flash | 16 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 3 |
| USB | Yes, 1x 3.0 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 5 (AC) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n · 5GHz: a/n/ac |
| WLAN hardware | MediaTek MT7615N |
| WLAN driver | mt76 |
| OpenWrt target | ramips / mt7621 |
| Package architecture | mipsel_24kc |
| Current release | 24.10.5 |
| Supported since | 21.02.0 |
| Install method | Sysupgrade, see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | easy |
| Power supply | 12 VDC |
| Device type | Home router |
| Estimated throughput | 220 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the AP7621-IL1
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: Sysupgrade, 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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