Methode uDPU: OpenWrt Compatibility Report

The Methode uDPU runs OpenWrt 24.10.5 on the mvebu/cortexa53 target, and has been supported since 21.02.0. Its No WiFi wireless on the none driver rates good for open-source driver support (0.75/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and we have no current US retail listing for it.

Drivers: Good (0.75) No WiFi Install: moderate

Hardware data and retail listings last checked .

Discontinued. This model is no longer sold new, so this page is kept as a reference for people who already own one. See current alternatives.

Where to buy

We have no current retail listing for the Methode uDPU, which is no longer sold new. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.

Specifications

SoC Marvell Armada 3700LP 88F3720
CPU 2 cores @ 1000 MHz
RAM 512 MB
Ethernet ports 2
WiFi generation No WiFi
WLAN driver none
OpenWrt target mvebu / cortexa53
Package architecture aarch64_cortex-a53
Current release 24.10.5
Supported since 21.02.0
Install method see git-commit
Install difficulty moderate
Power supply 12-18 VDC via barrel, or PoE
Device type Wired only
Estimated throughput 500 Mbps
Availability not_available

Installing OpenWrt on the uDPU

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.

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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