Kontron OSM-S/BL: OpenWrt Compatibility Report

The Kontron OSM-S/BL runs OpenWrt from snapshot builds only on the imx/cortexa53 target, so there is no stable release for it yet. It has no wireless radio, and its open-source driver support rates fair (0.50/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is still sold new.

Drivers: Fair (0.50) No WiFi Install: moderate

Hardware data and retail listings last checked .

Where to buy

We have no current retail listing for the Kontron OSM-S/BL. 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 NXP i.MX8M Plus
CPU 4 cores @ 1600 MHz
RAM 4096 MB
Ethernet ports 2
USB Yes, 2x 2.0, 1x 3.0
WiFi generation No WiFi
OpenWrt target imx / cortexa53
Package architecture aarch64_cortex-a53
Current release snapshot
Install method see git-commit
Install difficulty moderate
Device type Wired only
Estimated throughput 1000 Mbps
Availability available

Installing OpenWrt on the OSM-S/BL

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.

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