EnGenius EAP1750H: OpenWrt Compatibility Report

EnGenius EAP1750H router

The EnGenius EAP1750H runs OpenWrt 24.10.3 on the ath79/generic target, and has been supported since 23.05.0. Its WiFi 5 (AC) wireless on the ath9k driver rates excellent for open-source driver support (0.85/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is still sold new.

Drivers: Excellent (0.85) WiFi 5 (AC) Install: moderate

Hardware data and retail listings last checked .

Where to buy

Some links are affiliate links. Learn more.

Specifications

SoC Qualcomm Atheros QCA9558
CPU 1 core @ 720 MHz
RAM 128 MB
Flash 16 MB
Ethernet ports 1
WiFi generation WiFi 5 (AC)
Radios 2.4GHz: b/g/n · 5GHz: a/n/ac
WLAN hardware Qualcomm Atheros QCA9558, Qualcomm Atheros QCA9880
WLAN driver ath9k
OpenWrt target ath79 / generic
Package architecture mips_24kc
Current release 24.10.3
Supported since 23.05.0
Install method see git-commit
Install difficulty moderate
Power supply 12V, 2A via barrel or 802.3at PoE+
Device type Access point
Estimated throughput 90 Mbps
Availability available

Installing OpenWrt on the EAP1750H

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.

Other routers to consider

Ruckus R500

WiFi 5 (AC) Drivers: Excellent $173

MikroTik RB962UiGS-5HacT2HnT (hAP ac)

WiFi 5 (AC) Drivers: Excellent $115

Ubiquiti UniFi UK-Ultra

WiFi 5 (AC) Drivers: Excellent $100

Not sure which fits? Take the 60-second quiz.