Wallys DR40X9: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The Wallys DR40X9 runs OpenWrt 24.10.4 on the ipq40xx/generic target, and has been supported since 23.05.0. Its WiFi 5 (AC) wireless on the ath10k-ct driver rates good for open-source driver support (0.70/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is still sold new.
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Specifications
| SoC | Qualcomm Atheros IPQ40X9 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 4 cores @ 717 MHz |
| RAM | 512 MB |
| Flash | 128 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 | Qualcomm Atheros IPQ40X9 |
| WLAN driver | ath10k-ct |
| OpenWrt target | ipq40xx / generic |
| Package architecture | arm_cortex-a7_neon-vfpv4 |
| Current release | 24.10.4 |
| Supported since | 23.05.0 |
| Install method | Serial, see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 48 VDC, 0.5A or Passive PoE |
| Device type | Home router |
| Estimated throughput | 501 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the DR40X9
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: Serial, see git-commit.
use dk04 build
Official OpenWrt device page for the DR40X9
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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