NETGEAR WN2500RP: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The NETGEAR WN2500RP runs OpenWrt 25.12.2 on the bcm47xx/mips74k target, and has been supported since 17.01.0. Its WiFi 4 (N) wireless rates limited for open-source driver support (0.35/1.0), installation is rated easy, and it is no longer sold new. Its wireless does not work correctly under OpenWrt, so it is listed here for reference rather than as a recommendation.
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Specifications
| SoC | Broadcom BCM5357 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 266 MHz |
| RAM | 64 MB |
| Flash | 8 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 4 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 4 (N) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n · 5GHz: a/n |
| WLAN hardware | Broadcom BCM5358UB0, Broadcom BCM43236 |
| OpenWrt target | bcm47xx / mips74k |
| Package architecture | mipsel_74kc |
| Current release | 25.12.2 |
| Supported since | 17.01.0 |
| Install method | GUI OEM, see devicepage |
| Install difficulty | easy |
| Power supply | 12 VDC, 1.0A via barrel |
| Device type | Repeater |
| Estimated throughput | 33 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the WN2500RP
Installation on this device is rated easy. You can flash it from the stock web interface without opening the case or using a serial cable. Documented methods: GUI OEM, see devicepage.
Official OpenWrt device page for the WN2500RP
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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