OpenWrt is an open source firmware for routers and other devices that provides advanced functionalities and capabilities not available in the default firmware. In this tutorial, we will demonstrate how to install OpenWrt on MXLinux latest version.
Before we begin, ensure that you have the following:
OpenWrt firmware images are compressed files that need to be extracted before they can be installed on a device. Use the following command to extract the downloaded firmware image:
tar -xzvf openwrt-xx.xx.xx-xxx.tar.gz
Replace openwrt-xx.xx.xx-xxx.tar.gz with the actual name of your firmware image.
Connect your device to the PC using an Ethernet cable. Ensure that both devices are powered on.
To install OpenWrt, you need to configure your PC to use a static IP address. Open the “Network Connections” settings in MXLinux and create a new ethernet connection with these settings:
Save the settings.
To install OpenWrt, you need to connect to your device’s bootloader. Power off your device and hold the reset button while powering it on. Wait until the LED indicators start blinking rapidly, indicating that the device is in bootloader mode.
Use the following command to connect to the bootloader:
telnet 192.168.1.1
Replace 192.168.1.1 with your device’s IP address.
Enter the following commands in the telnet console to install OpenWrt:
mtd -r write /path/to/openwrt-xx.xx.xx-xxx.bin firmware
reboot
Replace /path/to/openwrt-xx.xx.xx-xxx.bin with the actual path to your extracted OpenWrt firmware image.
The device will reboot with OpenWrt installed. You can access the OpenWrt web interface by visiting http://192.168.1.1 in your web browser.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed OpenWrt on your device running MXLinux. OpenWrt provides added functionalities and capabilities, making your device more versatile and powerful. You can now explore and use OpenWrt to your liking.
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