Meraki Z3: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Meraki Z3 runs OpenWrt external image on the ipq40xx/generic target. Its WiFi 5 (AC) wireless on the ath10k driver rates good for open-source driver support (0.70/1.0), 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 Z3, which is no longer sold new. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.
Specifications
| SoC | Qualcomm Atheros IPQ4029 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 4 cores @ 700 MHz |
| RAM | 512 MB |
| Flash | 128 MB (NAND) |
| Ethernet ports | 5 |
| USB | 1x 3.0 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 5 (AC) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n · 5GHz: a/n/ac |
| WLAN hardware | Qualcomm Atheros IPQ4029 |
| WLAN driver | ath10k |
| OpenWrt target | ipq40xx / generic |
| Package architecture | arm_cortex-a7_neon-vfpv4 |
| Current release | external image |
| Supported since | external image |
| Install method | see devicepage, see forum |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 54VDC, 0.92A via PoE |
| Device type | Home router |
| Estimated throughput | 489 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the Z3
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, see forum.
Modify at24 EEPROM + flash NAND with external programmer
Official OpenWrt device page for the Z3
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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