Ubiquiti UniFi AC HD: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Ubiquiti UniFi AC HD runs OpenWrt 25.12.4 on the ipq806x/generic target, and has been supported since 21.02.0. Its WiFi 5 (AC) wireless on the ath10k driver rates good for open-source driver support (0.70/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is no longer sold new.
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Specifications
| SoC | Qualcomm Atheros IPQ8064 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 2 cores @ 1400 MHz |
| RAM | 512 MB |
| Flash | 256 MB (NAND) |
| Ethernet ports | 2 |
| USB | 1x 3.0 |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 5 (AC) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n · 5GHz: a/n/ac |
| WLAN hardware | 2x Qualcomm Atheros QCA9994 |
| WLAN driver | ath10k, ath10k-ct |
| OpenWrt target | ipq806x / generic |
| Package architecture | arm_cortex-a15_neon-vfpv4 |
| Current release | 25.12.4 |
| Supported since | 21.02.0 |
| Install method | CLI generic, see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | PoE+ 802.3at, Max. 24W |
| Device type | Access point |
| Estimated throughput | 489 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the UniFi AC HD
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: CLI generic, see git-commit.
Official OpenWrt device page for the UniFi AC HD
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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