MikroTik RB435G: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The MikroTik RB435G was supported by OpenWrt from 17.01.0 on the ar71xx/mikrotik target, but its last supported release has reached end of life. Its No WiFi wireless on the none driver 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 MikroTik RB435G, which is no longer sold new. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.
Specifications
| SoC | Atheros AR7161 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 680 MHz |
| RAM | 256 MB |
| Flash | 128 MB (NAND) |
| Ethernet ports | 3 |
| USB | 2x 2.0 |
| WiFi generation | No WiFi |
| WLAN driver | none |
| OpenWrt target | ar71xx / mikrotik |
| Package architecture | mips_24kc |
| Current release | EOL |
| Supported since | 17.01.0 |
| Install method | Mikrotik TFTP |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 8-28 VDC via barrel jack, 8-28 VDC Passive PoE |
| Device type | Wired only |
| Estimated throughput | 85 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the RB435G
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: Mikrotik TFTP.
Requires initramfs network boot to install; run sysupgrade after that.
Official OpenWrt device page for the RB435G
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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