Hello
I am a former DD-WRT user and noticed your firmware for my model (WRT1900ACS v2) of router.
I noticed the layout is completely different and more towards the cisco router side of things. I read through the guide and it seems pretty basic if your not a network tech. Do I also need to know how to use the SSH command line?
No, there is a GUI. The wifi support for that particular model is not great though. Consider it for wired use only.
It is not like Cisco's CLI at all. OpenWrt is a full Linux where you can access and change anything that you want, including modifying any file anywhere (until it is out of flash space). There are a group of config files which trigger scripts that set up everything related to almost all networking tasks. The settings in those files can mostly be accessed with the GUI.
Are there any features from the Network+ course I should familiarize myself with that may be used in this?
Like trivial things - set password on first login?
there's only one Network+ course out there ?
But, iirc there is only one Network+ certification exam recognized in the industry.
Compared to ddwrt oprnwrt does not come with functional blocks, you can install adblock, printserver, guest portal as separate packages if/when needed. Basic default is nat-ed lan and dhcp wan, youll do some clicks to attach wifi AP to lan. Rest is documented in wiki. Dont be too scared though.
Why can't you point to it? I work in this industry, but in Europe, and I have not yet heard of it...
Are you referring to CompTIA https://www.comptia.org/en-us/certifications/network/ ?
Probably it is added with a grain of salt - whether you need to be expert admin to handle OpenWrt - and the answer is NO, it is simple, but not 1:1 ddwrt interface wise.
Thanks everyone I appreciate it your reply's.
I have another question. Are all the settings listed in the firmware for the router also explained on the user guide?
Certainly not.
How would I find out about them then?
Not all settings are shown in web UI.
How would I find out about them then?
Don% be so picky and i% will be ok
You can always read the documentation:
/etc/config/...
That's what I was wondering if whatever settings are not listed and explained on the gui, might be listed and explained in the documentation ?
Generally, all user land config options will be listed in the documentation. If there is something you need that isn't listed, you can ask. But I would imagine that it is the exception (by far) rather than the rule.
Thanks guys, really appreciate the love all around.
If I have any other questions I will be sure to post.