ZiKing CPE46B: OpenWrt Compatibility Report

The ZiKing CPE46B was supported by OpenWrt from 22.03.0 on the ath79/generic target, but its last supported release has reached end of life. Its WiFi 4 (N) wireless on the ath9k driver rates excellent for open-source driver support (0.85/1.0), installation is rated easy, and we have no current US retail listing for it.

Drivers: Excellent (0.85) WiFi 4 (N) Install: easy

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 ZiKing CPE46B, which is no longer sold new. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.

Specifications

SoC Atheros AR9330
CPU 1 core @ 400 MHz
RAM 32 MB
Flash 8 MB
Ethernet ports 2
WiFi generation WiFi 4 (N)
Radios 2.4GHz: b/g/n
WLAN hardware Atheros AR9330
WLAN driver ath9k
OpenWrt target ath79 / generic
Package architecture mips_24kc
Current release EOL
Supported since 22.03.0
Install method Sysupgrade
Install difficulty easy
Power supply 24 VDC
Device type Access point
Estimated throughput 50 Mbps
Availability not_available

Installing OpenWrt on the CPE46B

Installation on this device is rated easy. You can flash it from the stock web interface without opening the case or using a serial cable. Documented methods: Sysupgrade.

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

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WiFi 4 (N) Drivers: Excellent $126

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WiFi 4 (N) Drivers: Excellent

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WiFi 4 (N) Drivers: Excellent

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