QNAP QHora-301W: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The QNAP QHora-301W runs OpenWrt 24.10.5 on the qualcommax/ipq807x target, and has been supported since 23.05.0. Its WiFi 6 (AX) wireless on the ath11k driver rates good for open-source driver support (0.70/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is still sold new.
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Where to buy
- Buy $499
- CompSource authorized dealer, add-to-cart, manufacturer drop ship $390
- Newegg out of stock at time of check Currently out of stock
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Specifications
| SoC | Qualcomm IPQ8072A |
|---|---|
| CPU | 4 cores @ 2200 MHz |
| RAM | 1024 MB |
| Flash | 8 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 6 (10G) |
| USB | 2x 3.0 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 6 (AX) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n/ax · 5GHz: a/n/ac/ax |
| WLAN hardware | Qualcomm QCN5024, Qualcomm QCN5054 |
| WLAN driver | ath11k |
| OpenWrt target | qualcommax / ipq807x |
| Package architecture | aarch64_cortex-a53 |
| Current release | 24.10.5 |
| Supported since | 23.05.0 |
| Install method | Serial |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 12V, 2A via barrel |
| Device type | Home router |
| Estimated throughput | 2200 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the QHora-301W
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: Serial.
Official OpenWrt device page for the QHora-301W
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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