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I've moved into an apartment where the router is on a different floor as the room I want to connect things via ethernet such as my HUE light hub.

It's a fios router being used. What is the best way to get the network extended so I can connect the hub via ethernet upstairs? Are the ethernet points usable if an Access Point is connected wirelessly? Or must I get a powerline adapter? I've read that a bridge would work but does that mean bridge mode on a router or apple capsule or a specific piece of hardware?

Thanks!! if anyone wants to link any products on amazon that are good please do!
 
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It should, how much performance you will get between floors in an apartment complex on 2.4Ghz is VERY questionable. Too much interference from neighbor's WIFI. This is why I recommended trying powerline network adapters.
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An AP and a bridge might be the same device. It is a question of input. Since you don't have ethernet cables, then you would use a bridge or gaming adapter to convert from WIFI to ethernet. Before doing that, I would recommend you try powerline network adapters. Get the AV2 MIMO standard devices for maximum performance and compatibility.
 
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It should, how much performance you will get between floors in an apartment complex on 2.4Ghz is VERY questionable. Too much interference from neighbor's WIFI. This is why I recommended trying powerline network adapters.
 
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