Linksys WRT32X: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Linksys WRT32X runs OpenWrt 25.12.5 on the mvebu/cortexa9 target, and has been supported since 18.06.0. Its WiFi 5 (AC) wireless on the mwlwifi driver rates good for open-source driver support (0.75/1.0), 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 WRT32X, which is no longer sold new. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.
Specifications
| SoC | Marvell Armada 385 88F6820 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 2 cores @ 1866 MHz |
| RAM | 512 MB |
| Flash | 256 MB (NAND) |
| Ethernet ports | 5 |
| USB | 1x 2.0, 1x 3.0 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 5 (AC) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n · 5GHz: a/n/ac |
| WLAN hardware | Marvell 88W8964 |
| WLAN driver | mwlwifi |
| OpenWrt target | mvebu / cortexa9 |
| Package architecture | arm_cortex-a9_vfpv3-d16 |
| Current release | 25.12.5 |
| Supported since | 18.06.0 |
| Install method | see devicepage |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 12 VDC, 3.0A via barrel |
| Device type | Home router |
| Estimated throughput | 653 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the WRT32X
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.
From OEM web UI simply flash an OpenWrt "factory" image. This will install the image to the other partition and reboot to it.
Official OpenWrt device page for the WRT32X
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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