make package/kernel/rtl8192ce/clean,compile V=s

Many RTL8196E devices are sold as 4G LTE routers (e.g., ZTE MF283, Huawei B310). ROOter (a fork of OpenWrt) sometimes supports RTL8196E with custom USB modem drivers. It is not true OpenWrt, but it offers:

Verdict: Useful if you need cellular features; painful for general routing.

Use an external toolchain and kernel patches. Example build environment:

# Install dependencies
sudo apt install build-essential libncurses5-dev zlib1g-dev gawk git ccache
The RTL8196E is a MIPS-based SoC from Realtek commonly used in low-cost routers and embedded network devices. Running OpenWrt on RTL8196E-based hardware can provide a more flexible, secure, and up-to-date router firmware than vendor-provided images, but support is limited compared with more popular SoCs. This guide covers hardware background, OpenWrt compatibility, obtaining and building firmware, installation methods, common issues, and tips for development and recovery.

Recovery tips: