Luxul XAP-1610: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Luxul XAP-1610 runs OpenWrt 24.10.4 on the bcm53xx/generic target, and has been supported since 19.07.3. Its WiFi 5 (AC) wireless on the brcmfmac driver rates limited for open-source driver support (0.45/1.0), installation is rated easy, and it is still sold new.
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Specifications
| SoC | Broadcom BCM4709C0 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 2 cores @ 1400 MHz |
| RAM | 256 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 2 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 5 (AC) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n · 5GHz: a/n/ac |
| WLAN hardware | Broadcom BCM4366E |
| WLAN driver | brcmfmac |
| OpenWrt target | bcm53xx / generic |
| Package architecture | arm_cortex-a9 |
| Current release | 24.10.4 |
| Supported since | 19.07.3 |
| Install method | GUI OEM, see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | easy |
| Power supply | PoE 802.3at |
| Device type | Access point |
| Estimated throughput | 489 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the XAP-1610
Installation on this device is rated easy. You can flash it from the stock web interface without opening the case or using a serial cable. Documented methods: GUI OEM, see git-commit.
Luxul firmware version 8.1.0 or newer required for OpenWrt flashing
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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