Yes, flashing can rarely result in your router being bricked. This can happen if the file doesn't reach the router somehow or the transmission process is disturbed. That's why I highly recommend using a cable when flashing your router
I don’t see how using a cable would make a difference, once the file is uploaded to the router. It’s not like your device is streaming every single instruction to execute directly to your router during the flashing process.
It's because technical people are more inclined to use jargon that people might not understand. It's like if two doctors were discussing your health, you wouldn't understand much of what they're saying, but once they explain it to you personally, they'll use simpler terms.
I just replaced the factory firmware on my Netgear Nighthawk router because the damned thing was flaky with my current ISP. I would keep losing internet for no apparent reason. I was happy to see that OpenWRT supports that model, installed the firmware, struggled to get it up and running (had to enable interfaces, etc.), and now it's working nicely. I expect it will eliminate the problems I was having. As a bonus, the web interface is actually nice and snappy, whereas the factory firmware interface felt very sluggish.
@@sonic4life Well, it is happily humming along with OpenWRT right now. The connectivity issues I was having might have been more on the ISP side, as it turns out, but at least OpenWRT is doing the job nonetheless. If you can get past the more complicated setup process, it seems to be worth it.
I did this with a linksys WRT1900ACS V2 router and cant log in to the router gateway address. When I ping router gateway, it shows not available. I have internet when wired in, but it comes up as unidentified network. Not exactly bricked, but not usable in its current state as a router. Viewer Beware.
You forgot to mention Tomato and all of its flavors... DD-wrt... and for Asus there is Merlin... and possibility a few that I forgot also... just the main ones...
With openWRT you also get a massive privacy benefit, sense you're not using the secret sauce that is the default firmware. Its fully open, and you can see the code yourself!
For example, you have increased security if your stock firmware doesn't support WPA3, but OpenWRT does 😁 So the security aspect is mainly there because manufactures abandon router firmwares, and you can keep it up to date with OpenWRT.
If your router is actually working as a router (and it's not just running in accesspoint mode), it might be directly exposed to the internet (it also depends on your internet provider). If your router firmware has not been updated in a long time, it could be that certain bugs in that firmware have been found and it's possible for someone to use those bugs to hack into your router from the internet. Once they've done that they could change settings or even run their own modified firmware on it and for instance make your router part of a botnet, or they could use the access they now have to your home network to try to hack into any systems you have connected there. So it's not so much your security when you are actively doing stuff on the internet (though the VPN support that was mentioned in the video can also improve that), but mainly being protected against incoming connections from the internet that you're probably not aware of at all. The above is also why it's very important to have a strong secure password on your router. Don't just use the same password you use for other services! If one of those services gets hacked then your password could be out on the street and if someone can link this to your IP then they're in.
Would you please tell us how to successfully connect ANY COMPATIBLE ROUTER/MODEM combination? Instead of the ones that your PROMOTING! Thank You SURFSHARK CUSTOMER
The general rule that I like to follow is that if the current OpenWRT version is still supported and if there's no feature that's exclusive to a new version then it's okay to have an older version. I would look out for security updates every now and then just in case
When you get told that this might brick your device it starts to get interesting.
Yes, flashing can rarely result in your router being bricked. This can happen if the file doesn't reach the router somehow or the transmission process is disturbed. That's why I highly recommend using a cable when flashing your router
I don’t see how using a cable would make a difference, once the file is uploaded to the router. It’s not like your device is streaming every single instruction to execute directly to your router during the flashing process.
@@usernamesrbacknowthx The part where he asked to use a cable is right, but for the wrong reason. The WiFi is disabled by default in OpenWrt.
@@thegodofsurvivaloh. I thought I bricked mine.
Thats why im attempting it while my new router is still under replacement/return period
Cheers, this is basically the only video which gives a high level intro into OpenWRT. Much appreciated!
This is a very good and straight to the point tutorial. I tried to do it with OpenWRT forums alone and it was way over complicated. Thanks!
No problem!
It's because technical people are more inclined to use jargon that people might not understand. It's like if two doctors were discussing your health, you wouldn't understand much of what they're saying, but once they explain it to you personally, they'll use simpler terms.
I just replaced the factory firmware on my Netgear Nighthawk router because the damned thing was flaky with my current ISP. I would keep losing internet for no apparent reason. I was happy to see that OpenWRT supports that model, installed the firmware, struggled to get it up and running (had to enable interfaces, etc.), and now it's working nicely. I expect it will eliminate the problems I was having. As a bonus, the web interface is actually nice and snappy, whereas the factory firmware interface felt very sluggish.
Nice! OpenWRT is awesome
Any updates? I have a Netgear R7000 and have been coping with the constant wifi drops. I wanted to try this before building my own router setup.
@@sonic4life Well, it is happily humming along with OpenWRT right now. The connectivity issues I was having might have been more on the ISP side, as it turns out, but at least OpenWRT is doing the job nonetheless. If you can get past the more complicated setup process, it seems to be worth it.
@@ericwood3709 thank you, I will give this a try!
I did this with a linksys WRT1900ACS V2 router and cant log in to the router gateway address. When I ping router gateway, it shows not available. I have internet when wired in, but it comes up as unidentified network. Not exactly bricked, but not usable in its current state as a router. Viewer Beware.
Good job bro😮 keep it up🙏
You forgot to mention Tomato and all of its flavors... DD-wrt... and for Asus there is Merlin... and possibility a few that I forgot also... just the main ones...
So what's dorkier? Flashing openwrt to your decade old netgear or installing opnsense on your decade old nuc?
How you got switch menu in openwrt?
In mine doesn't have it
So this guide works for all routers that support openwrt?
Is OpenWrt Can Increase The Maximum Speed Of Download and Upload ? I Mean It Can Make Your Router VDSL
Hmmm, i think yes, a little bit
the openwrt journey must start with a USB-TTL adapter at hand ))
What's that used for?
@@e53i guess for flashing
I flashed the sys upgrade package first what do i do
With openWRT you also get a massive privacy benefit, sense you're not using the secret sauce that is the default firmware.
Its fully open, and you can see the code yourself!
My TP-Link router just sits with lights flashing now. How do I unbrick it?
Did you ever unbrick it?
Yeah we need to know
use the tftp method
I see what you're getting at but how does any update increase any online 'security'?
For example, you have increased security if your stock firmware doesn't support WPA3, but OpenWRT does 😁 So the security aspect is mainly there because manufactures abandon router firmwares, and you can keep it up to date with OpenWRT.
If your router is actually working as a router (and it's not just running in accesspoint mode), it might be directly exposed to the internet (it also depends on your internet provider). If your router firmware has not been updated in a long time, it could be that certain bugs in that firmware have been found and it's possible for someone to use those bugs to hack into your router from the internet. Once they've done that they could change settings or even run their own modified firmware on it and for instance make your router part of a botnet, or they could use the access they now have to your home network to try to hack into any systems you have connected there.
So it's not so much your security when you are actively doing stuff on the internet (though the VPN support that was mentioned in the video can also improve that), but mainly being protected against incoming connections from the internet that you're probably not aware of at all.
The above is also why it's very important to have a strong secure password on your router. Don't just use the same password you use for other services! If one of those services gets hacked then your password could be out on the street and if someone can link this to your IP then they're in.
Im using openwrt like 10 years and its the best on my tp link router
Nice informative video
I unbricked my tp link bricked in openwrt
some of routers need ssh connection to change there frameware , make video for those too
i recommend xiaomi routers
Check out Flint 2 by GL-inet, brother. It's OS is based on OpenWRT and the price is competitive compared to toher routers of similar specs.
Would you please tell us how to successfully connect ANY COMPATIBLE ROUTER/MODEM combination? Instead of the ones that your PROMOTING! Thank You SURFSHARK CUSTOMER
how often to update? do the creaters of openwrt notify you when it's time to update?
The general rule that I like to follow is that if the current OpenWRT version is still supported and if there's no feature that's exclusive to a new version then it's okay to have an older version. I would look out for security updates every now and then just in case
Promo blabla... I need the configuration :)
"Where is my mouse, can I have a moues? 😅"
Does Archer AX10 support openwrt?
I'm afraid not, AX10 uses a Broadcom chip which usually don't work with OpenWRT.
AHH... it all works except wireless doesn't show up. I'm on Nighthawk R7000
Very nice video
Thanks!
OpenWRT rules!
Do you even use Windows?? lol
Who is even using Mac? lol.. Let's go Linux!
hey. i still play minesweeper nowdays
Wow the volume is so incredibly in your face loud compared to standard, You overdid it! ;)
companies dont have the money to support the millions of wifi routers they make ig
Why can't all the complaints adopt openwrt and let the people maintain it.
Windows XP n'a plus été mis à jour, Bill Gates était trop occupé à jouer avec son jeu préféré : Le Démineur !
Who user xp in 2023 ?!?!?!?!?!?!?!
alot of medical and some gov facilities still use outdated windows operating systems
That tooth gap is a big security risk