devolo Magic 2 WiFi next: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The devolo Magic 2 WiFi next runs OpenWrt 25.12.1 on the ipq40xx/generic target, and has been supported since 21.02.0. Its WiFi 5 (AC) wireless on the ath10k driver rates good for open-source driver support (0.70/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is still sold new.
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Specifications
| SoC | Qualcomm Atheros IPQ4018 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 4 cores @ 710 MHz |
| RAM | 256 MB |
| Flash | 32 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 2 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 5 (AC) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n · 5GHz: a/n/ac |
| WLAN hardware | Qualcomm Atheros IPQ4018 |
| WLAN driver | ath10k |
| OpenWrt target | ipq40xx / generic |
| Package architecture | arm_cortex-a7_neon-vfpv4 |
| Current release | 25.12.1 |
| Supported since | 21.02.0 |
| Install method | U-Boot TFTP recovery, see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 196-250 VAC, 50Hz |
| Device type | Repeater |
| Estimated throughput | 496 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the Magic 2 WiFi next
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 recovery, see git-commit.
Install URLs point to RAM-bootable image
Official OpenWrt device page for the Magic 2 WiFi next
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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