Fortinet FAP-421E: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Fortinet FAP-421E runs OpenWrt 24.10.4 on the ipq806x/generic target, and has been supported since 24.10.0. Its WiFi 5 (AC) wireless on the ath10k-ct driver rates good for open-source driver support (0.70/1.0), installation is rated hard, and we have no current US retail listing for it.
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Where to buy
We have no current retail listing for the Fortinet FAP-421E. See current alternatives for devices we already have links for.
Not finding a listing does not mean you cannot buy one. Our retail links come from hand research rather than a live stock feed, so this device may well still be on sale somewhere we have not checked yet.
Specifications
| SoC | Qualcomm Atheros IPQ8064 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 2 cores @ 1400 MHz |
| RAM | 256 MB |
| Flash | 128 MB (NAND) |
| Ethernet ports | 2 |
| USB | 1x 2.0 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 5 (AC) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n · 5GHz: a/n/ac |
| WLAN hardware | 2x Qualcomm Atheros QCA9980 |
| WLAN driver | ath10k-ct |
| OpenWrt target | ipq806x / generic |
| Package architecture | arm_cortex-a15_neon-vfpv4 |
| Current release | 24.10.4 |
| Supported since | 24.10.0 |
| Install method | U-Boot TFTP + serial recovery, see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | hard |
| Power supply | PoE+ 802.3at, Max. 24W; 12 VDC, 3A |
| Device type | Access point |
| Estimated throughput | 489 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the FAP-421E
Installation on this device is rated hard. Expect serial console access, soldering or another advanced recovery path. Read the device page carefully before you start. Documented methods: U-Boot TFTP + serial recovery, see git-commit.
Interrupt boot process from Serial Console, When Help is displayed, press "K", Enter Password "fap22b1!$" in order to access real u-boot console.
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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