WAVLINK WL-WN532N2: OpenWrt Compatibility Report

The WAVLINK WL-WN532N2 was supported by OpenWrt from external image on the ramips/mt76x8 target, but its last supported release has reached end of life. Its WiFi 4 (N) wireless rates fair for open-source driver support (0.50/1.0), installation is rated moderate, and it is no longer sold new.

Drivers: Fair (0.50) WiFi 4 (N) Install: moderate

Hardware data and retail listings last checked .

Discontinued. This model is no longer sold new, so this page is kept as a reference for people who already own one. See current alternatives.

Where to buy

We have no current retail listing for the WAVLINK WL-WN532N2, which is no longer sold new. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.

Specifications

SoC MediaTek MT7628N
CPU 1 core @ 575 MHz
RAM 256 MB
Flash 32 MB
Ethernet ports 5
WiFi generation WiFi 4 (N)
Radios 2.4GHz: b/g/n
OpenWrt target ramips / mt76x8
Package architecture mipsel_24kc
Current release EOL
Supported since external image
Install method U-Boot TFTP + serial recovery
Install difficulty moderate
Power supply 5 VDC, 1.0A
Device type Home router
Estimated throughput 71 Mbps
Availability discontinued

Installing OpenWrt on the WL-WN532N2

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: U-Boot TFTP + serial recovery.

Flashing third-party firmware can brick a router and usually voids the warranty. Always check that the firmware image matches your exact hardware version.

Still sold and well supported

GL.iNet GL-X300B (Collie)

WiFi 4 (N) Drivers: Excellent $126

KuWFi CPE830(D)

WiFi 4 (N) Drivers: Excellent

YunCore CPE830(D)

WiFi 4 (N) Drivers: Excellent

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