{"product_id":"comtrend-pg-9182ac-g-hn-powerline-wifi-adapter","title":"Comtrend PG-9182AC G.hn Wave 2 Powerline WiFi Adapter - 2000Mbps AC WiFi - PG-9182AC","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Comtrend PG-9182AC is a G.hn Wave 2 powerline adapter with built-in AC1200 WiFi.\u003c\/strong\u003e It sends network traffic over your existing electrical wiring, then creates a strong wireless access point and wired Ethernet port where you plug it in. That makes it ideal for Canadian homes and small businesses that can't easily pull new Ethernet to basements, garages, rental suites, or far bedrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the PG-9182AC as a single add-on to expand an existing G.hn powerline network, or pair it with another compatible G.hn adapter to build a new link. \u003cstrong\u003eNote: a minimum of two G.hn powerline adapters is required for a working connection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eG.hn Wave 2 powerline up to 2000Mbps PHY\u003c\/strong\u003e – uses your electrical wiring for high-speed backhaul, ideal for streaming and work-from-home traffic. Actual throughput depends on wiring and distance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in AC1200 dual-band WiFi (2.4GHz \u0026amp; 5GHz)\u003c\/strong\u003e – creates a strong wireless access point exactly where you have dead zones today.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Noise Adaptation (QNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e – detects electrical noise faster to help reduce latency and jitter for video calls and gaming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGigabit Ethernet port\u003c\/strong\u003e – hardwire a smart TV, console, or PC for lower-latency connections than WiFi alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure, encrypted link\u003c\/strong\u003e – AES 128-bit encryption between adapters for use in multi-tenant buildings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpandable network\u003c\/strong\u003e – connect up to 16 compatible G.hn powerline adapters in a single network.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug-and-play setup\u003c\/strong\u003e – plug into a wall outlet, pair with the Security button, then configure WiFi name and password using the web UI or WPS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCanadian Use Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinished basements \u0026amp; bonus rooms\u003c\/strong\u003e – add WiFi and Ethernet where your main router can't reach reliably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttached or over-garage offices\u003c\/strong\u003e – keep video calls and cloud apps stable without pulling new cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOlder homes with thick walls\u003c\/strong\u003e – bypass plaster, brick, or concrete that kills WiFi by using existing electrical wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRental suites \u0026amp; in-law spaces\u003c\/strong\u003e – extend internet into a secondary suite with a secure, encrypted link.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGaming \u0026amp; streaming setups\u003c\/strong\u003e – hardwire a console or media centre in another room via powerline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comtrend PG-9182AC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnology:\u003c\/strong\u003e G.hn Wave 2 powerline, up to 2000Mbps PHY over electrical wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual-band 802.11ac (WiFi 5), AC1200 class (2.4GHz + 5GHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEthernet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port (10\/100\/1000Mbps auto-sensing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLED indicators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Power, Connection, Security, 2.4GHz, 5GHz, WPS, Ethernet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eButtons:\u003c\/strong\u003e G.hn pairing\/Security, RESET, WPS, WiFi ON\/OFF\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum two G.hn adapters required; up to 16 adapters per network\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plugs directly into a standard AC wall outlet (100–240VAC, 50\/60Hz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoor use, 0–40°C, 8–95% non-condensing humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecurity:\u003c\/strong\u003e AES 128-bit encryption between powerline adapters\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (approx.):\u003c\/strong\u003e 164.5mm (H) x 86mm (W) x 40.5mm (D, without plug)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Comtrend PG-9182AC G.hn Powerline Ethernet Adapter with WiFi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eTODO: Confirm included Ethernet cable(s) and quick start guide.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a second adapter for this to work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  Yes. A minimum of two G.hn powerline adapters is required to create a link. You can pair this PG-9182AC with another PG-9182AC, a PG-9182PT, or other compatible G.hn powerline models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this better than a standard WiFi extender?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  Traditional WiFi extenders repeat a wireless signal, which can add latency and cut speeds. The PG-9182AC uses powerline backhaul for more stable performance, especially across floors or through dense construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill it work in older Canadian homes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  In many cases, yes. G.hn Wave 2 is designed for noisy and mixed-quality wiring, but real-world speeds depend on distance, wiring quality, and what's plugged into the same circuits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I change the WiFi network name and password?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  Yes. 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