Ubiquiti EdgeSwitch 5XP (ES-5XP): OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Ubiquiti EdgeSwitch 5XP (ES-5XP) runs OpenWrt 25.12.0 on the ath79/generic target, and has been supported since 21.02.0. Its No WiFi wireless on the none driver rates fair for open-source driver support (0.50/1.0), installation is rated easy, and it is still sold new.
Hardware data and retail listings last checked .
Where to buy
- Buy $125
- Ubiquiti Store official store, ES-5XP $95, 'No restock date yet' 2026-08-09 Currently out of stock $95
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Specifications
| SoC | Atheros AR7242 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 400 MHz |
| RAM | 64 MB |
| Flash | 8 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 6 |
| USB | 1x 2.0 |
| WiFi generation | No WiFi |
| WLAN driver | none |
| OpenWrt target | ath79 / generic |
| Package architecture | mips_24kc |
| Current release | 25.12.0 |
| Supported since | 21.02.0 |
| Install method | GUI OEM, see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | easy |
| Power supply | 24 VDC, Passive PoE |
| Device type | Wired only |
| Estimated throughput | 50 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the EdgeSwitch 5XP (ES-5XP)
Installation on this device is rated easy. You can flash it from the stock web interface without opening the case or using a serial cable. Documented methods: GUI OEM, 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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