What's the better option/setup

[Dimi3os]

Hey guys, I'd really appreciate if you would take a look at these 4 possible network setups and tell me which is the best: 

 

Notes:

-The modem/router (Doscis 3) will only function as a modem. 

-It is a lot better for the WiFi coverage on the first floor to have the router on street level, close to the modem.

 

Equipment:

-My switch is a Netgear GS108 (Gigabit ethernet switch with 8 ports, unmanaged)

-My router is a Netgear Nighthawk R7000

-My 2nd floor AP will be a Netgear EX6200 or Netgear Nighthawk EX7000 (argumented opinions are welcome).

 

Questions: -Which setup is the best?

-Are router and AP switches as good as the GS108?

-Is it better to have the APs directly hooked up to my router, therefore having the router in the basement.

-Will it give me better performance if I utilize all the cables running to the upstairs by using a switch/router downstairs or by having 1 cable from the switch/router to the AP's switch upstairs?

[The Cool n00B]

In MURICA the "street level" is the first floor.

[Dimi3os]

In MURICA the "street level" is the first floor.

Thanks for teaching me that, It'll be useful for when I get to MURICA one day but not really helping me out

[Guest]

In MURICA the "street level" is the first floor.

in hotels, most people consider it ground floor

In houses its considered first floor

its so weird ;-; Murica' needs to get its facts straight. 

[The Cool n00B]

in hotels, most people consider it ground floor

In houses its considered first floor

its so weird ;-; Murica' needs to get its facts straight. 

No, bc the ground floor in a hotel is followed by the second floor.

[Footy]

Hey guys, I'd really appreciate if you would take a look at these 4 possible network setups and tell me which is the best: 

 

Notes:

-The modem/router (Doscis 3) will only function as a modem. 

-It is a lot better for the WiFi coverage on the first floor to have the router on street level, close to the modem.

 

Equipment:

-My switch is a Netgear GS108 (Gigabit ethernet switch with 8 ports, unmanaged)

-My router is a Netgear Nighthawk R7000

-My 2nd floor AP will be a Netgear EX6200 or Netgear Nighthawk EX7000 (argumented opinions are welcome).

 

Questions: -Which setup is the best?

-Are router and AP switches as good as the GS108?

-Is it better to have the APs directly hooked up to my router, therefore having the router in the basement.

-Will it give me better performance if I utilize all the cables running to the upstairs by using a switch/router downstairs or by having 1 cable from the switch/router to the AP's switch upstairs?

 

your post is missing the important bits, the devices that are going to connect to your network.

At a high level I prefer your last diagram, simplicity usually makes life easier.

However from my recent experience of wifi networks I wouldn't install anything but UniFi in new installs, they are simple powerful and with seamless transmitter transitions.

I would then pair them with a router that has the features and throughput to handle your internet connection speed.