NETGEAR WN2000RPT: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The NETGEAR WN2000RPT was supported by OpenWrt on the ar71xx/generic target, but its last supported release has reached end of life. Its WiFi 4 (N) wireless on the ath9k driver rates fair for open-source driver support (0.50/1.0), installation is rated unknown, and it is no longer sold new.
Hardware data and retail listings last checked .
Where to buy
We have no current retail listing for the NETGEAR WN2000RPT, which is no longer sold new. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.
Specifications
| SoC | Atheros AR9132 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 400 MHz |
| RAM | 32 MB |
| Flash | 4 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 4 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 4 (N) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n |
| WLAN hardware | Atheros AR9132, Atheros AR9103 |
| WLAN driver | ath9k |
| OpenWrt target | ar71xx / generic |
| Package architecture | mips_24kc |
| Current release | EOL |
| Install difficulty | unknown |
| Power supply | 12 VDC, 1.0A |
| Device type | Repeater |
| Estimated throughput | 50 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the WN2000RPT
Installation on this device is rated unknown. Expect serial console access, soldering or another advanced recovery path. Read the device page carefully before you start.
Official OpenWrt device page for the WN2000RPT
Flashing third-party firmware can brick a router and usually voids the warranty. Always check that the firmware image matches your exact hardware version.
Hardware versions
The WN2000RPT ships in several hardware revisions with different chipsets. Match the version printed on your device label before flashing.
| Version | Target | Current release | WLAN hardware |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base version shown above | ar71xx/generic | EOL | Atheros AR9132, Atheros AR9103 |
| V2 | ar71xx/generic | EOL | - |
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