Microchip SAMA5D2 ICP: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Microchip SAMA5D2 ICP runs OpenWrt 25.12.0 on the at91/sama5 target, and has been supported since 22.03.0. Its WiFi 4 (N) wireless rates fair for open-source driver support (0.50/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is still sold new.
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Where to buy
We have no current retail listing for the Microchip SAMA5D2 ICP. See current alternatives for devices we already have links for.
Not finding a listing does not mean you cannot buy one. Our retail links come from hand research rather than a live stock feed, so this device may well still be on sale somewhere we have not checked yet.
Specifications
| SoC | Atmel ATSAMA5D27C-CU |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 500 MHz |
| RAM | 512 MB |
| Flash | 8 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 2 |
| USB | 5x 2.0 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 4 (N) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n |
| WLAN hardware | Microchip WILC3000-MR110CA or WILC3000-MR110UA |
| OpenWrt target | at91 / sama5 |
| Package architecture | arm_cortex-a5_vfpv4 |
| Current release | 25.12.0 |
| Supported since | 22.03.0 |
| Install method | SD card |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 5V, 2A via barrel or microUSB |
| Device type | Home router |
| Estimated throughput | 87 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the SAMA5D2 ICP
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: SD card.
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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