---
title: "Install OpenWiFi (v5.8+)"
slug: "install-openwifi"
tags: ["Nodegrid 5.8 plus"]
updated: 2026-05-20T18:06:40Z
published: 2026-05-20T18:06:40Z
---

> ## Documentation Index
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# Install OpenWiFi

### Get OpenWiFi Script

To get the OpenWiFi install package, contact [Technical Support](mailto:support@zpesystems.com).

### Install OpenWiFi Script

1. Copy the package to the Nodegrid device (any location is acceptable)
2. Open Shell SUDO
3. To make it executable:

`chmod +x (package_file)`
4. To execute:

`opkg install (package_file)`

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5. To view the OpenWiFi application, go to the *Applications :: WiFi Controller*page

### Enable/Disable WiFi Controller

1. Go to the *Security :: Services*page

In *Active Services* menu:
2. Select/unselect **Enable WiFi Controller** checkbox
3. Click **Save**