ZyXEL XGS1210-12: OpenWrt Compatibility Report
The ZyXEL XGS1210-12 runs OpenWrt 25.12.1 on the realtek/rtl930x target, and has been supported since 25.12.0. It has no wireless radio, and its open-source driver support rates fair (0.50/1.0), installation is rated easy, and it is still sold new.
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Specifications
| SoC | Realtek RTL9302B |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core @ 800 MHz |
| RAM | 128 MB |
| Flash | 16 MB |
| Ethernet ports | 10 (2.5G) |
| WiFi generation | No WiFi |
| OpenWrt target | realtek / rtl930x |
| Package architecture | mips_24kc |
| Current release | 25.12.1 |
| Supported since | 25.12.0 |
| Install method | GUI OEM, U-Boot TFTP + serial recovery |
| Install difficulty | easy |
| Power supply | 12V, 1.5A via barrel |
| Device type | Wired only |
| Estimated throughput | 100 Mbps |
| Availability | available |
Installing OpenWrt on the XGS1210-12
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 OEM, U-Boot TFTP + serial recovery.
Official OpenWrt device page for the XGS1210-12
Flashing third-party firmware can brick a router and usually voids the warranty. Always check that the firmware image matches your exact hardware version.
Hardware versions
The XGS1210-12 ships in several hardware revisions with different chipsets. Match the version printed on your device label before flashing.
| Version | Target | Current release | WLAN hardware |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1 shown above | realtek/rtl930x | 25.12.1 | - |
| Base version | realtek/rtl930x | 25.12.1 | - |
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