Open Hardware & RISC-V

GL.iNet Mango 2 travel router launches with OpenWrt support

Key Takeaway

The GL.iNet Mango 2 is a compact WiFi 5 travel router running OpenWrt-based firmware with integrated VPN capabilities.

Summary

GL.iNet has introduced the Mango 2 (GL-MG1300), a mini dual-band WiFi 5 travel router designed for sharing hotel or mobile connections. It is powered by a MediaTek MT7621A dual-core processor and runs firmware based on OpenWrt 22.03.4. The device features dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, USB 3.0, and supports WireGuard and OpenVPN.

Technical specifications of Mango 2

  • Processor: MediaTek MT7621A dual-core MIPS 1004Kc @ 880MHz
  • Memory/Storage: 128MB DDR3L RAM and 128MB SPI NAND flash
  • Networking: Dual-band WiFi 5 (400 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, 866 Mbps on 5 GHz) and 2x Gigabit Ethernet ports
  • VPN Performance: Up to 184 Mbps via WireGuard and 95 Mbps via OpenVPN DCO
  • Software: GL.iNet firmware 4.10 based on OpenWrt 22.03.4, including Tailscale support

Why it matters

By running OpenWrt-based firmware, the device provides users with advanced networking features and VPN flexibility in a highly portable form factor.

Original reference: www.cnx-software.com →