Meraki MR26: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Meraki MR26 runs OpenWrt 24.10.4 on the bcm53xx/generic target, and has been supported since 23.05.0. Its WiFi 4 (N) wireless 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 Meraki MR26, which is no longer sold new. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.
Specifications
| SoC | Broadcom BCM53015A1KFEBG |
|---|---|
| CPU | 2 cores @ 800 MHz |
| RAM | 128 MB |
| Flash | 128 MB (NAND) |
| Ethernet ports | 1 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 4 (N) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n · 5GHz: a/n |
| WLAN hardware | Broadcom BCM43431KMLG, Broadcom BCM43428 |
| OpenWrt target | bcm53xx / generic |
| Package architecture | arm_cortex-a9 |
| Current release | 24.10.4 |
| Supported since | 23.05.0 |
| Install method | see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 12 VDC, 1.5 A |
| Device type | Access point |
| Estimated throughput | 280 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the MR26
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.
Official OpenWrt device page for the MR26
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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