So you want to install OpenWrt on one of your devices.

The following preparation is recommended, before flashing OpenWrt firmware:

• Don't rush the installation, take your time. If something seems weird during installation, find answers first before continuing.
• Have your device's precise model name (and if applicable, exact hardware version or generation number) at hand, so you are able to select the correct OpenWrt firmware.
• Have your device's documentation at hand, on how to flash new firmware.
• When installing and configuring OpenWrt on your Internet router, your Internet-access will obviously be offline for a few minutes. Please ensure that you have all required information offline or have backup Internet access at hand in this time.

If you have any questions:

• Browse this site, especially the User guide section.
• Feel free to ask in the OpenWrt forum.
• You can also consult the old OpenWrt wiki if you are looking for legacy information.
• Follow the factory install how-to to install OpenWrt on your device.