Plasma Cloud ESX28: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Plasma Cloud ESX28 runs OpenWrt 25.12.1 on the realtek/rtl931x target, and has been supported since 25.12.0. It has no wireless radio, and its open-source driver support rates fair (0.50/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is no longer sold new.
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Where to buy
We have no current retail listing for the Plasma Cloud ESX28, which is no longer sold new. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.
Specifications
| SoC | Realtek RTL9312C |
|---|---|
| CPU | 2 cores @ 1000 MHz |
| RAM | 512 MB |
| Flash | 32 MB |
| WiFi generation | No WiFi |
| OpenWrt target | realtek / rtl931x |
| Package architecture | mips_24kc |
| Current release | 25.12.1 |
| Supported since | 25.12.0 |
| Install method | see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz |
| Device type | Wired only |
| Estimated throughput | 250 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the ESX28
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: see git-commit.
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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