GL.iNet GL-MT2500/GL-MT2500A (Brume 2): OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The GL.iNet GL-MT2500/GL-MT2500A (Brume 2) runs OpenWrt 25.12.3 on the mediatek/filogic target, and has been supported since 24.10.0. Its No WiFi wireless on the none driver rates fair for open-source driver support (0.50/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is still sold new.
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Specifications
| SoC | MediaTek MT7981B |
|---|---|
| CPU | 2 cores @ 1300 MHz |
| RAM | 1024 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 2 (2.5G) |
| USB | 1x 3.0 |
| WiFi generation | No WiFi |
| WLAN hardware | - |
| WLAN driver | none |
| OpenWrt target | mediatek / filogic |
| Package architecture | aarch64_cortex-a53 |
| Current release | 25.12.3 |
| Supported since | 24.10.0 |
| Install method | GL.Inet installation, see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 5 VDC, 2.0A via USB Type-C |
| Device type | Home router |
| Estimated throughput | 650 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the GL-MT2500/GL-MT2500A (Brume 2)
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: GL.Inet installation, 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.
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