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Originally Posted by Golfer222
I understand that mesh replaces router- it is a combined modem/router, so how would that work?
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Although some companies sell a combo modem/router, they are generally two separate boxes.
The best and simplest solution is to buy a MESH 2-pack router system such as the Google WiFi (Best Buy link
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Keep you modem in the basement. Disconnect & discard you current router. Connect the modem to the input of the primary MESH unit via a short LAN cable. Connect the output of this primary MESH unit (in the basement) to LAN cable that runs upstairs. Then connect the 2nd MESH unit to the upstairs LAN jack. That should get you excellent coverage. If the WiFi signal is still weak in part of the house, you can place a 3rd MESH unit in that location and let it link wirelessly to the other MESH units.
This is the exact configuration I put in my 2-story house with basement, and then brought with me when I moved down here.
Good Luck