Soekris net5501: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Soekris net5501 runs OpenWrt 24.10.5 on the x86/geode target, and has been supported since 19.07.7. Its No WiFi wireless on the none driver rates fair for open-source driver support (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 Soekris net5501, which is no longer sold new. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.
Specifications
| SoC | AMD Geode LX800 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 433 MHz |
| RAM | 256 MB |
| Flash | 4 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 4 |
| USB | 1x 2.0, 1x Header |
| WiFi generation | No WiFi |
| WLAN driver | none |
| OpenWrt target | x86 / geode |
| Package architecture | i386_pentium-mmx |
| Current release | 24.10.5 |
| Supported since | 19.07.7 |
| Install method | CF card |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | DC Jack min. 6 to max. 28V DC max.25W or 5V DC onboard |
| Device type | Wired only |
| Estimated throughput | 86 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the net5501
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: CF card.
Flashing third-party firmware can brick a router and usually voids the warranty. Always check that the firmware image matches your exact hardware version.
Hardware versions
The net5501 ships in several hardware revisions with different chipsets. Match the version printed on your device label before flashing.
| Version | Target | Current release | WLAN hardware |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 shown above | x86/geode | 24.10.5 | - |
| 70 | x86/geode | 24.10.5 | - |
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