Gateworks Ventana GW5912: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Gateworks Ventana GW5912 runs OpenWrt 24.10.4 on the imx/cortexa9 target, and has been supported since 21.02.0. It has no wireless radio, and its open-source driver support rates fair (0.50/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is no longer sold new.
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Specifications
| SoC | NXP i.MX6 Dual |
|---|---|
| CPU | 2 cores @ 800 MHz |
| RAM | 512 MB |
| Flash | 256 MB (NAND) |
| Ethernet ports | 1 |
| WiFi generation | No WiFi |
| WLAN hardware | - |
| OpenWrt target | imx / cortexa9 |
| Package architecture | arm_cortex-a9_neon |
| Current release | 24.10.4 |
| Supported since | 21.02.0 |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 10-60 VDC via barrel |
| Device type | Single-board computer |
| Estimated throughput | 280 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the Ventana GW5912
Installation on this device is rated moderate. Expect to use a recovery mode, TFTP or a vendor tool rather than a plain web upload.
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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