OpenWRT Preformance on VIM3\2

VIM3
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Hi everybody,
I am considering use vim3 as a wireless access point at home.
maybe even add an M2X Extension for m.2 ssd storage and use it as a file server in addition
Was wondering if anybody can share a feedback about using VIM3\2 with OpenWRT as a wireless outer\access point with multiple devices about 4-5

@hyphop

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I have used it ,
and the performance was solid, I had 3 devices connected to It and gave very good WiFi bandwidth,
my only concern is that it is a waste of the overall processing power of the VIM3,
The VIM3 can do much more than just be a small WIFi router. I would rather look Elsewhere as it not worth the money to use it that way.

Nevertheless it does the Job.

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extreme fast VPNs or GYGABITE networks media storage (samba nfsd) its good example of usages

PS: im using VIMx devices as wifi + vpn + networks storages every day (at home and work)

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in that case it is more suitable for such intensive Tasks,
it would provide seamless operation.
Good example @hyphop :smile:

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Thank you very much guys for feedback @hyphop
@Electr1, I guess VIM3L might be enough, consider the fact that I want to use it also as a file server

Also I like to ask if you may share,

  1. What speed should I expect use it as WiFi Access Point?
  2. Dose VIM3\3L support mesh WiFi mode?
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these questions can be answered if you take a look at the Wifi chipset present on the device itself,
those numbers however might be slightly deviated from the real life Speed you will get but is a good estimate.

just search for “AP6398S” online and you will get some info :slight_smile: