I've got Fios service into the basement, where the coax is immediately split to several runs around the house. One of these goes to a new Gateway router which I use to provide ethernet and wireless connection throughout the house. Wifi on the third floor is moderate to poor, and we're planning to stream Netflix and use an Xbox (online) on there.
I suspect running new wire to the third floor from the current router sounds like the best option, but it's problematic. I think I can do one of two things: 1) use a wifi range extender from a second floor coax run, or 2) Add a second router to the second floor coax.
The first question is can I do either of these things even though the coax to the second floor splits off BEFORE the router? Seccond, if I go the router option, will I be creating a new wireless network? Is there setup I need to handle for that? In particular I'm thinking security.
I was planning to use an Actiontec Moca ECB6200 to add the device (coax -> MoCA ECB6200 -> connect to router or extender), but I'm unsure about the whole plan. I still have my old Fios router (Actiontec MI424-WR) to use if that's useful.
Lastly, there is a chance I could run ethernet from the second floor up to third. If I do this, can I simply run ethernet from the ECB6200 up there? Will that ethernet cable actually be on the same network as the Gateway router? I could add a switch on the third floor to connect TV, Xbox, etc.
Sorry this is long-winded, I guess that's why I need some real help. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.