Only attempt custom firmware on the A1409 (2TB/3TB Square) or the A1470 (2TB/3TB Tall, 802.11ac) . The older MIPS-based units lack modern driver support in Linux.
While custom firmware offers many benefits, there are some drawbacks and considerations to keep in mind:
A recent effort aimed at extending the life of AirPort hardware. This project focuses on updating the internal services (like SMB) to match modern security requirements, preventing the device from becoming a "brick" as Apple drops support.
Only attempt custom firmware on the A1409 (2TB/3TB Square) or the A1470 (2TB/3TB Tall, 802.11ac) . The older MIPS-based units lack modern driver support in Linux.
While custom firmware offers many benefits, there are some drawbacks and considerations to keep in mind:
A recent effort aimed at extending the life of AirPort hardware. This project focuses on updating the internal services (like SMB) to match modern security requirements, preventing the device from becoming a "brick" as Apple drops support.