NETGEAR DGN2200: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The NETGEAR DGN2200 runs OpenWrt 23.05.6 on the bcm63xx/generic target, and has been supported since 14.07. Its WiFi 4 (N) wireless on the b43 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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Specifications
| SoC | Broadcom BCM6358U |
|---|---|
| CPU | 2 cores @ 300 MHz |
| RAM | 32 MB |
| Flash | 8 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 4 |
| USB | 1x 2.0 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 4 (N) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n |
| WLAN hardware | Broadcom BCM43222 |
| WLAN driver | b43 |
| OpenWrt target | bcm63xx / generic |
| Package architecture | mips_mips32 |
| Current release | 23.05.6 |
| Supported since | 14.07 |
| Install method | CFE TFTP + serial recovery, see devicepage |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 12 VDC, 1.5A via barrel |
| Device type | Home router |
| Estimated throughput | 75 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the DGN2200
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: CFE TFTP + serial recovery, see devicepage.
Official OpenWrt device page for the DGN2200
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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