Mesh Network Firmware
Plug in a router — it builds the network itself
Firmware 25.12.0-ph23
Seamless WiFi
Walk between rooms — your device switches access points without dropping connection. 802.11r fast roaming across all nodes.
Free guest WiFi
Open network for neighbors and visitors. Speed-limited to 512 kbps, fully isolated from your private LAN.
VPN by default
All guest traffic exits through a Mullvad VPN tunnel. You are not liable for guest activity (EU Mere Conduit).
Zero configuration
Unique network name, subnets, and encryption keys generated from MAC address at first boot. Just plug in.
Remote management
Monitor, configure WiFi, run diagnostics — all from the Parahub IoT dashboard. No port forwarding needed.
Earn from WiFi
Guests who want full speed pay satoshis via Lightning. The router lifts the throttle instantly. You earn without lifting a finger.
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GL.iNet GL-MT6000 (Flint 2)
BumblebeeRecommendedMain gateway. 1GB RAM, 8GB storage, powerful CPU. Best choice for the central network node.
GL.iNet GL-AXT1800 (Slate AX)
BumblebeeCompact gateway. Pocket-sized, easy to take anywhere. Great as a secondary gateway or for pop-up locations.
GL.iNet GL-MT3000 (Beryl AX)
BumblebeePortable gateway. Like Slate AX but with 256MB flash. Convenient for travel — plug into a hotel and share mesh.
Asus RT-AX53U
BumblebeeBudget gateway. Classic home router with antennas. Good coverage at the lowest price.
Cudy AP3000 Outdoor V1
BumblebeeOutdoor weatherproof AP with PoE. Dual-band WiFi 6 for mesh coverage in parks, courtyards and rooftops. Single PoE port doubles as WAN uplink.
TP-Link CPE710 v1
BeeOutdoor directional antenna, 23dBi. For building-to-building links up to 5+ km. 5GHz only.
GL.iNet GL-AR300M16-EXT
BeeTiny node, matchbox-sized. For short-range coverage extension in tight spots. 2.4GHz only.
What's inside the firmware
BumblebeeFull gateway — internet access, VPN, guest network
- Routers connect to each other automatically over WiFi
- Dual-band mesh backhaul (2.4 GHz for range, 5 GHz for speed)
- Open guest network with 512 kbps limit and full isolation
- Your private WPA3 network with seamless roaming
- Encrypted overlay for remote management without port forwarding
- WireGuard VPN for guest traffic (Mullvad exit node)
- Per-client speed shaping with Lightning-paid upgrade to full speed
- Encrypted DNS for guests (DNS-over-HTTPS via Cloudflare)
- LuCI web interface for advanced settings
- Network diagnostics (tcpdump, iperf3, iwinfo)
BeeMesh relay — extends coverage, 10 Mbps for the host
- Routers connect to each other automatically over WiFi
- Dual-band mesh backhaul (2.4 GHz for range, 5 GHz for speed)
- Your private WPA3 network with seamless roaming
- 10 Mbps internet for the node host — incentive for extending mesh coverage
- LuCI web interface for advanced settings
- Auto-registration and OTA firmware updates
Energy Consumption
Typical power draw of each device running 24/7 with mesh, VPN and WiFi active.
| Device | W | kWh/mo |
|---|---|---|
| GL.iNet GL-MT6000 (Flint 2) | ~10 | 7.3 |
| GL.iNet GL-AXT1800 (Slate AX) | ~10 | 7.3 |
| GL.iNet GL-MT3000 (Beryl AX) | ~8 | 5.8 |
| Asus RT-AX53U | ~7 | 5.1 |
| Cudy AP3000 Outdoor V1 | ~11 | 8.0 |
| TP-Link CPE710 v1 | ~8 | 5.8 |
| GL.iNet GL-AR300M16-EXT | ~1.5 | 1.1 |
| Total | ~55.5 | 40.5 |
Estimates based on manufacturer specs and independent measurements. Actual consumption depends on WiFi load, number of clients, and mesh traffic.
How to flash
After flashing, the router reboots and auto-configures in ~2 minutes. Connect to the Parahub_XXXX WiFi network. Check /etc/parahub/keys for credentials.
What happens on first boot
- 1Unique hostname and SSID generated from MAC address (e.g. Parahub_A3F7)
- 2Private and guest subnets derived from MAC (collision-free across nodes)
- 3Shared mesh key pre-configured — nodes connect automatically
- 44 wireless interfaces created: 2 mesh backhaul + 2 access points
- 5Firewall isolates guest network from private LAN
- 6Credentials saved to /etc/parahub/keys on the router
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