ZyXEL WRE6606: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The ZyXEL WRE6606 was supported by OpenWrt from 18.06.0 on the ipq40xx/generic target, but its last supported release has reached end of life. 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 no longer sold new.
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Where to buy
We have no current retail listing for the ZyXEL WRE6606, which is no longer sold new. See current alternatives for devices you can still buy today.
Specifications
| SoC | Qualcomm Atheros IPQ4018 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 4 cores @ 638 MHz |
| RAM | 128 MB |
| Flash | 16 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 1 |
| USB | 1x µUSB (power) |
| WiFi generation | WiFi 5 (AC) |
| Radios | 2.4GHz: b/g/n · 5GHz: a/n/ac |
| WLAN hardware | Qualcomm Atheros IPQ4018 |
| WLAN driver | ath10k-ct |
| OpenWrt target | ipq40xx / generic |
| Package architecture | arm_cortex-a7_neon-vfpv4 |
| Current release | EOL |
| Supported since | 18.06.0 |
| Install method | see git-commit |
| Install difficulty | moderate |
| Power supply | 100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz or 5 VDC, 2.1A via micro USB |
| Device type | Repeater |
| Estimated throughput | 446 Mbps |
| Availability | discontinued |
Installing OpenWrt on the WRE6606
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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