TP-Link TL-SG2008P: OpenWrt Compatibility Report

The TP-Link TL-SG2008P runs OpenWrt 25.12.1 on the realtek/rtl838x target, and has been supported since 23.05.0. 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 still sold new.

Drivers: Fair (0.50) No WiFi Install: moderate

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Specifications

SoC Realtek RTL8380M
CPU 1 core @ 500 MHz
RAM 256 MB
Flash 32 MB
Ethernet ports 8
WiFi generation No WiFi
WLAN driver none
OpenWrt target realtek / rtl838x
Package architecture mips_4kec
Current release 25.12.1
Supported since 23.05.0
Install method TFTP generic, see git-commit
Install difficulty moderate
Power supply 54 VDC, 1.3A
Device type Wired only
Estimated throughput 62 Mbps
Availability available

Installing OpenWrt on the TL-SG2008P

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: TFTP generic, 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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