Ubiquiti ToughSwitch TS-5-POE: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Ubiquiti ToughSwitch TS-5-POE 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 moderate, and it is no longer sold new.
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Specifications
| SoC | Atheros AR7240 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 400 MHz |
| RAM | 64 MB |
| Flash | 8 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 6 |
| USB | 1x 2.0 |
| WiFi generation | No WiFi |
| WLAN hardware | - |
| WLAN driver | none |
| OpenWrt target | ath79 / generic |
| Package architecture | mips_24kc |
| Current release | 25.12.0 |
| Supported since | 21.02.0 |
| Install method | see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 24 VDC, 2.5 A |
| Device type | Wired only |
| Estimated throughput | 50 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the ToughSwitch TS-5-POE
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 ToughSwitch TS-5-POE
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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