Check Point V-81: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Check Point V-81 runs OpenWrt 25.12.1 on the mvebu/cortexa72 target, and has been supported since 25.12.0. Its No WiFi wireless on the none driver rates fair for open-source driver support (0.50/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is still sold new.
Drivers: Fair (0.50)
No WiFi Install: moderate
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Specifications
| SoC | Marvell Armada 8040 88F8040 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 4 cores @ 2000 MHz |
| RAM | 2048 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 10 |
| USB | 1x 3.0 |
| WiFi generation | No WiFi |
| WLAN driver | none |
| OpenWrt target | mvebu / cortexa72 |
| Package architecture | aarch64_cortex-a72 |
| Current release | 25.12.1 |
| Supported since | 25.12.0 |
| Install method | see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 12 VDC, 5A via barrel |
| Device type | Home router |
| Estimated throughput | 1000 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the V-81
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: 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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