This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing OpenWrt on EndeavourOS. OpenWrt is an open-source firmware for routers that offers advanced features and customizability. This guide assumes that you already have a router that supports OpenWrt, and you have EndeavourOS Latest installed.
The first step is to download the OpenWrt image from the official website. Go to https://openwrt.org/ and click on the "Get Started" button. Then select your router's model and version from the list of supported devices. Download the appropriate image file for your router.
Next, you need to connect to your router. Make sure you are connected to the same network as your router. Open a web browser and type in your router's IP address in the address bar. This will vary depending on your router's model and manufacturer.
Once you are connected to your router, you can now flash the OpenWrt image. First, you need to enter the router's firmware upgrade mode. This will vary depending on your router's manufacturer. Check the manufacturer's website for information on how to enter firmware upgrade mode.
Once you are in firmware upgrade mode, navigate to the firmware upgrade page on your router's web interface. Here, you can choose the OpenWrt image file you downloaded in step 1. After selecting the file, click the "Upgrade" button to start the flashing process.
After flashing the OpenWrt image, you need to configure it. OpenWrt has a web interface that you can use to configure your router. To access the web interface, open a web browser and enter your router's IP address in the address bar.
You will be prompted to enter a username and password. The default username is "root" and the default password is "password". Once you have logged in, you can now configure your router.
That's it. You have successfully installed OpenWrt on your router running EndeavourOS Latest. You can now enjoy the advanced features and customizability of this open-source firmware. Remember to configure your router to your liking to get the most out of it.
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