Spectrum SAX1V1K: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Spectrum SAX1V1K runs OpenWrt 24.10.5 on the qualcommax/ipq807x target, and has been supported since 24.10.0. 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 we have no current US retail listing for it.
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Where to buy
We have no current retail listing for the Spectrum SAX1V1K, which is no longer sold new. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.
Specifications
| SoC | Qualcomm IPQ8072A |
|---|---|
| CPU | 4 cores @ 2200 MHz |
| RAM | 2048 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 4 (2.5G) |
| 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 | 24.10.0 |
| Install method | see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 12 VDC, 2.5A via barrel |
| Device type | Home router |
| Estimated throughput | 2200 Mbps |
| Availability | not_available |
Installing OpenWrt on the SAX1V1K
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.
Official OpenWrt device page for the SAX1V1K
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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