Linksys NSLU2: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Linksys NSLU2 was supported by OpenWrt from 7.06 on the ixp4xx/generic target, but its last supported release has reached end of life. 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 no longer sold new.
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Where to buy
We have no current retail listing for the Linksys NSLU2, which is no longer sold new. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.
Specifications
| SoC | Intel IXP422 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 266 MHz |
| RAM | 32 MB |
| Flash | 8 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 1 |
| USB | 2x 2.0 |
| WiFi generation | No WiFi |
| WLAN driver | none |
| OpenWrt target | ixp4xx / generic |
| Package architecture | armeb_xscale |
| Current release | EOL |
| Supported since | 7.06 |
| Install method | see devicepage |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 5 VDC, 2.0A |
| Device type | Wired only |
| Estimated throughput | 46 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the NSLU2
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 devicepage.
OpenWrt is installed using the upslug2 utility available on some Linux distributions
Official OpenWrt device page for the NSLU2
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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