Seeed LinkStar-H28K: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Seeed LinkStar-H28K runs OpenWrt 25.12.1 on the rockchip/armv8 target, and has been supported since 25.12.0. It has no wireless radio, and its open-source driver support rates fair (0.60/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is still sold new.
Drivers: Fair (0.60)
No WiFi Install: moderate
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Where to buy
- Seeed Studio manufacturer store, 4GB/8GB variant, Add To Cart live 2026-08-10; 2GB variant $34.90 $40
- RobotShop US reseller; page Cloudflare bot-walled, price/stock not read
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Specifications
| SoC | Rockchip RK3528 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 4 cores @ 1500 MHz |
| RAM | 4096 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 2 |
| USB | Yes, 1x 2.0 |
| WiFi generation | No WiFi |
| OpenWrt target | rockchip / armv8 |
| Package architecture | aarch64_generic |
| Current release | 25.12.1 |
| Supported since | 25.12.0 |
| Install method | see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 5-12V via USB (Type C) PD |
| Device type | Home router |
| Estimated throughput | 1000 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the LinkStar-H28K
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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