Prerequisites

To install OpenWrt on Fedora CoreOS Latest, you'll need:

Step 1: Download the OpenWrt Image

  1. Visit the OpenWrt website at https://openwrt.org/ and download the latest stable image for your router model.

  2. Extract the OpenWrt image to a local directory on your Fedora CoreOS machine.

Step 2: Install OpenWrt

  1. Open a terminal and navigate to the directory where you extracted the OpenWrt image.

  2. Use the following command to flash the OpenWrt image to the router:

    sudo sysupgrade -n <openwrt-image-name>
    

    Replace <openwrt-image-name> with the name of the OpenWrt image you downloaded.

  3. Wait for the installation process to complete. This may take a few minutes.

Step 3: Configure OpenWrt

  1. Connect your computer to the router using an Ethernet cable and access the router's web interface at http://192.168.1.1.

  2. Login to the OpenWrt web interface using the default username and password:

    • Username: root
    • Password: admin

    Note: It is recommended to change the password for security reasons.

  3. Configure the OpenWrt router as desired.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed OpenWrt on Fedora CoreOS Latest. You can now use OpenWrt's advanced networking features and configure your router to meet your specific needs.

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