Linksprite pcDuino2: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Linksprite pcDuino2 runs OpenWrt 25.12.1 on the sunxi/cortexa8 target, and has been supported since 15.05. Its WiFi 4 (N) wireless on the rtl819x driver rates fair for open-source driver support (0.50/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is no longer sold new.
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Specifications
| SoC | Allwinner A10 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 1000 MHz |
| RAM | 1024 MB |
| Flash | 2048 MB (NAND) |
| Ethernet ports | 1 |
| USB | 2x 2.0 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 4 (N) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n |
| WLAN hardware | Realtek RTL8188CUS |
| WLAN driver | rtl819x |
| OpenWrt target | sunxi / cortexa8 |
| Package architecture | arm_cortex-a8_vfpv3 |
| Current release | 25.12.1 |
| Supported since | 15.05 |
| Install method | Sunxi installation |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 5 VDC, 2A via USB Female Micro-B |
| Device type | Access point |
| Estimated throughput | 175 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the pcDuino2
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: Sunxi installation.
Uses pcDuino1 image, install or build with Wi-Fi driver to use
Official OpenWrt device page for the pcDuino2
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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