OpenWrt Manager

Back up and restore OpenWrt router configurations over SSH.

Updated Jan 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/v2vv/agent-skills --skill openwrt-manager
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Skill: OpenWrt Manager
Source: https://github.com/v2vv/agent-skills/tree/main/openwrt-manager
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/v2vv/agent-skills --skill openwrt-manager

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill simplifies the complex, error-prone process of backing up and restoring OpenWrt router configurations, reducing downtime and configuration drift.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Backup critical files and settings from a router (e.g., /etc/config, /etc/passwd, /etc/shadow, /usr/lib/opkg/status, /etc/openclash) into a portable archive.
  • Restore a selected backup archive to the router and automatically reboot to apply changes.
  • Use Case: Quickly recover a router to a known-good state after misconfigurations or updates in a Windows environment.

Quick Start

Run the backup script to create a local backup archive: Start-Process "scripts/backup.bat"

Run the restore script to apply a backup and reboot the router: Start-Process "scripts/restore.bat"

Frequently Asked Questions about OpenWrt Manager

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I back up OpenWrt router configurations over SSH on Windows?▼

To back up OpenWrt router configurations over SSH on Windows, run the provided backup.bat script to capture critical files like /etc/config and /etc/passwd into a portable local archive using root credentials.

What files does an OpenWrt configuration backup include?▼

An OpenWrt configuration backup includes critical files and settings from /etc/config, /etc/passwd, /etc/shadow, /usr/lib/opkg/status, and /etc/openclash to ensure a complete portable archive of your router state.

Can I restore a backup to an OpenWrt router from a Windows environment?▼

Yes, you can restore a backup to an OpenWrt router from Windows by executing the restore.bat script, which applies the selected backup archive over SSH and automatically reboots the router to apply changes.

Do I need root SSH access to manage OpenWrt router backups?▼

Yes, root SSH access with valid credentials is required to manage OpenWrt router backups, as the scripts need elevated permissions to read and write system files like /etc/shadow and /etc/config.

What is the best way to recover an OpenWrt router after a misconfiguration?▼

The best way to recover an OpenWrt router after a misconfiguration is to use the restore.bat script to apply a previously created backup archive, returning the router to a known-good state and rebooting automatically.

Does the OpenWrt backup script work without third-party dependencies?▼

Yes, the OpenWrt backup and restore batch scripts operate without external dependencies, requiring only a Windows environment and native SSH access to execute the backup and restore operations successfully.