StarFive VisionFive: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The StarFive VisionFive runs OpenWrt 25.12.1 on the starfive/generic target, and has been supported since 24.10.0. Its WiFi 4 (N) wireless on the brcmfmac 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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Specifications
| SoC | StarFive JH7100 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 2 cores @ 1000 MHz |
| Flash | 16 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 1 |
| USB | 4x 3.0 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 4 (N) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n |
| WLAN hardware | AMPAK AP6236 (Broadcom BCM43436) |
| WLAN driver | brcmfmac |
| OpenWrt target | starfive / generic |
| Package architecture | riscv64_riscv64 |
| Current release | 25.12.1 |
| Supported since | 24.10.0 |
| Install method | see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | USB PD 2.0 |
| Device type | Access point |
| Estimated throughput | 350 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the VisionFive
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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