NETGEAR WN604: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The NETGEAR WN604 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 WN604, which is no longer sold new. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.
Specifications
| SoC | Atheros AR7240 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 340 MHz |
| RAM | 32 MB |
| Flash | 4 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 4 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 4 (N) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n |
| WLAN hardware | Atheros AR9285 |
| 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 | Access point |
| Estimated throughput | 42 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the WN604
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.
Seems to work with WNR1000 v2 14.07 factory image, see OpenWrt forum.
Official OpenWrt device page for the WN604
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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