prplOS &
OpenWRT
prplOS & OpenWRT Mesh Network for Wireless Routers and Access Points: Customisation and Porting
OpenWRT mesh network utilises embedded devices running OpenWRT, a Linux-based firmware. Our team customises and ports it to client routers and Wi-Fi APs — with support for Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, and EasyMesh. We also have an advanced prplOS-based software platform, which includes all the benefits of OpenWRT and more!
The platform for wireless devices is a full-featured enterprise-grade OS with multipath functionality and deep security inspection. As a member of the prpl Foundation, we have access to all engineering documentation, enabling us to provide complete technical assistance for prplOS-based solutions for our clients.
Our Services
OpenWRT
prplOS-based Software Platform for Wi-Fi Routers and Gateways
Benefit from our custom software platform built on prplOS!
prplOS, an operating system developed by the prpl Foundation and powered by OpenWRT, features a high-level API and offers standardised software deployment for various customer-premises equipment (CPEs).
prplOS includes prplMesh, an implementation of the EasyMesh protocol, which serves as a client, controller, or both, enhancing network functionality.
The OS equipped with all essential software modules to ensure fast and secure connectivity includes two extra features:
Deep security
screening and automation
- Intercept traffic up to 50 Gbps without data loss
- Traffic analysis
- Detection of events posing threats to the OpenWRT mesh network
- Launch of customised scenarios to prevent threats
Multipath support
- Simultaneous connection over Wi-Fi, LTE, and 5G with multiple providers
- Uninterrupted connection
- Traffic distribution for load balancing
- Bandwidth expansion
- Traffic redirection in case of failure
OpenWRT vs prplOS: Which Platform to Choose
OpenWRT | prplOS | |
Open source | Open source | Open source |
RAM limitation | Yes | Yes |
Application | Network devices: routers, access points | Networking and IoT devices |
Compatibility | Compatible with 2K+ devices on the market | Compatible with a limited number of devices without customising the firmware |
Community Support | Open community | Closed prpl Foundation community. Our clients receive support as Promwad is an active member of the prpl Foundation |
Mesh Support | 802.11s-based wireless mesh networking, B.A.T.M.M.A.N. / batman-adv, OLSR Mesh | Support for EasyMesh protocol in prplMesh implementation |
TR-069 Support | Partial support via third-party projects: icwmp, EasyCwmp | Full support |
USP and TR-181 Support | Unsupported | Full support |
Applications lifecycle management (ALM) | Unavailable | Available |
PON Support | Unavailable | Available with the solutions by MAxLinear and Cortina |
Benefits of the TR-069 protocol support include:
- Network configuration
- Management of network and security features
- Firmware and software updates
- Device diagnostics
- Data telemetry
We are ready to assist you in selecting the optimal whitebox hardware or designing it from scratch, along with porting an operating system that maintains the services you need.
Advantages of Cooperation with Promwad
Support for all popular chips & hardware platforms
Having long-standing partnerships with OEM suppliers and chip vendors, we work with most CPEs and chips used in routers by Realtek, MediaTek/Ralink, Marvell, Qualcomm/Atheros, NXP, Airoha Technology, and Broadcom.
Production & technical support worldwide
We run mass production of network devices at manufacturer's rates — wherever it is favourable to our customers. We have proven production sites in China, Southeast Asia, Lithuania, Latvia, Germany, and Serbia.
Explore our Case Studies
Porting OpenWRT Mesh OS for Wi-Fi Cloud Management
We ported a custom Linux-based OpenWRT OS to Wi-Fi routers from several manufacturers: TP-Link, LigoWave, Open-Mesh, Mercusys, EnGenius, Mikrotik, and Siemens — a total of 22 routers. Read more >
WLAN Router Reference Design
WA-9312 wireless AP/router is designed for people on the go. It has multifunctional capabilities, high-performance throughput, and high-quality security.
CI/CD Process for OpenWRT
Promwad automated software upgrade processes for OpenWRT using Jenkins, an open-source automation server for testing and deploying new builds. We used a PC, Realtek RTL9301 devkit, and OpenWRT source code to complete this task.
Supported Wi-Fi Standards
Wi-Fi 6/6E/7
Wi-Fi EasyMesh/prplMesh
"Promwad engineers have been developing network devices since the very first days of the company. As a result, we have a centre of competence in telecom to address any task related to custom software, hardware, and production launch."
— Ivan Kuten, Co-owner & Tech Expert at Promwad
Our Case Studies in Telecom
Are you looking to select the ideal OS for your networking solution? Contact us to optimise OpenWRT or prplOS for your project.
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