On Networks N150R: OpenWrt Compatibility Report

The On Networks N150R was supported by OpenWrt from 14.07 on the ar71xx/tiny 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 easy, and we have no current US retail listing for it.

Drivers: Fair (0.50) WiFi 4 (N) Install: easy

Hardware data and retail listings last checked .

Where to buy

We have no current retail listing for the On Networks N150R. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.

Specifications

SoC Atheros AR7240
CPU 1 core @ 400 MHz
RAM 32 MB
Flash 4 MB
Ethernet ports 3
WiFi generation WiFi 4 (N)
Radios 2.4GHz: b/g/n
WLAN hardware Atheros AR9285
WLAN driver ath9k
OpenWrt target ar71xx / tiny
Package architecture mips_24kc
Current release EOL
Supported since 14.07
Install method GUI OEM, U-Boot TFTP + serial recovery, see devicepage
Install difficulty easy
Power supply 7.5 VDC, 1.0A
Device type Home router
Estimated throughput 50 Mbps
Availability available

Installing OpenWrt on the N150R

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, U-Boot TFTP + serial recovery, see devicepage.

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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