Installing OpenWRT on a Raspberry Pi 4 can be a great way to create a low-cost, customizable router or networking device. OpenWRT is a free, open-source operating system that can be installed on a variety of devices, including the Raspberry Pi. In this blog, we’ll walk you through the steps of installing OpenWRT on a Raspberry Pi 4.
Before you begin, you’ll need to gather a few things:
- A Raspberry Pi 4 single-board computer
- A microSD card with at least 8GB of storage (preferably 16GB or more)
- A microSD card reader
- A computer with a SD card slot or a USB card reader
- A USB keyboard and mouse (optional)
- A monitor or TV with an HDMI port (optional)
- An HDMI cable (optional)
Once you have all of the necessary equipment, you can begin the process of installing OpenWRT on your Raspberry Pi 4.
- Download the latest OpenWRT image for the Raspberry Pi 4 from the Github. Be sure to select the correct image for your version of the Raspberry Pi 4 (either 1GB, 2GB, or 4GB).
- Insert the microSD card into the card reader, and connect it to your computer.
- Use a tool like Etcher to flash the OpenWRT image onto the microSD card. Make sure to select the correct drive and image file before flashing.
- Once the image has been successfully written to the microSD card, remove it from the card reader and insert it into the microSD card slot on the Raspberry Pi 4.
- Connect the Raspberry Pi 4 to a monitor or TV using the HDMI cable, and use a USB keyboard and mouse to control it.
- Power on the Raspberry Pi 4 using the microUSB power supply. The OpenWRT installation process will begin automatically.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process. This may include setting up a username and password, configuring the network settings, and installing additional packages.
That’s it! Once the installation is complete, you can use your Raspberry Pi 4 with OpenWRT as a router, network switch, VPN gateway, or any other networking device you can imagine. Enjoy!
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