ZyXEL GS1900-48HP: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The ZyXEL GS1900-48HP runs OpenWrt from snapshot builds only on the realtek/rtl839x target, so there is no stable release for it yet. Its No WiFi wireless on the none driver rates fair for open-source driver support (0.50/1.0), installation is rated easy, and it is no longer sold new.
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Specifications
| SoC | Realtek RTL8393M |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 750 MHz |
| RAM | 128 MB |
| Flash | 16 MB |
| WiFi generation | No WiFi |
| WLAN hardware | - |
| WLAN driver | none |
| OpenWrt target | realtek / rtl839x |
| Package architecture | mips_4kec |
| Current release | snapshot |
| Install method | GUI generic, U-Boot TFTP + serial recovery |
| Install difficulty | easy |
| Power supply | 100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz, 2.5A via C13 |
| Device type | Wired only |
| Estimated throughput | 93 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the GS1900-48HP
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: GUI generic, U-Boot TFTP + serial recovery.
PoE support requires the realtek-poe package from the packages feed with an additional configuration for PSE ID 7 to address the MCU on this device.
Official OpenWrt device page for the GS1900-48HP
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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