FriendlyARM NanoPC-T6: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The FriendlyARM NanoPC-T6 runs OpenWrt 25.12.1 on the rockchip/armv8 target, and has been supported since 24.10.0. Its No WiFi wireless on the none driver rates fair for open-source driver support (0.60/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is still sold new.
Drivers: Fair (0.60)
No WiFi Install: moderate
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Specifications
| SoC | Rockchip RK3588 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 8 cores @ 2400 MHz |
| Ethernet ports | 2 (2.5G) |
| USB | 2x 3.0 |
| WiFi generation | No WiFi |
| WLAN hardware | - |
| WLAN driver | none |
| OpenWrt target | rockchip / armv8 |
| Package architecture | aarch64_generic |
| Current release | 25.12.1 |
| Supported since | 24.10.0 |
| Install method | SD card |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 12 VDC via barrel(5.5*2.1mm) or 2-Pin 3.5mm pitch connector |
| Device type | Wired only |
| Estimated throughput | 2500 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the NanoPC-T6
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: SD card.
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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