WatchGuard Firebox T40 (FS4AE5): OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The WatchGuard Firebox T40 (FS4AE5) runs OpenWrt from snapshot builds only on the layerscape/armv8_64b target, so there is no stable release for it yet. It has no wireless radio, and its open-source driver support rates fair (0.50/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is no longer sold new.
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Where to buy
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Specifications
| SoC | NXP LS1043A |
|---|---|
| CPU | 4 cores @ 1000 MHz |
| RAM | 4096 MB |
| Flash | 4 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 5 |
| USB | Yes, 2x 3.0 |
| WiFi generation | No WiFi |
| OpenWrt target | layerscape / armv8_64b |
| Package architecture | aarch64_generic |
| Current release | snapshot |
| Install method | see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 54 VDC, 1.2 A |
| Device type | Home router |
| Estimated throughput | 1000 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the Firebox T40 (FS4AE5)
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.
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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