Router / modem issues.....

Im looking to replace my modem / router with apple products. I need the modem / router to be in a central location but then have cables running to various rooms that I need a wireless signal to use ipad / iphone etc etc. what do i need?
Currently I have cables running from the existing modem/router down stairs to the 4 rooms with one of the rooms having a cisco 4 port expansion block for guest hard wired mac's.
any help is great as im a bit stuck as to what to do..... :-(
im also looking for the apple tv but not sure to get the 1 or 2??? ideas & why?

Actually, there is now an Apple TV 3. If you don't want to jailbreak or hack your Apple TV then buy the latest (3rd gen) Apple TV.
AirPort Express should work fine as an extender.

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I've read many different threads on this issue but none have really address my question fully, so posting this in the hopes of getting some feedback.
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My question is related to all my other devices and whether they should be connected to the Time Capsule or the ISP Router.
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I have my Time Capsule on DHCP with router mode OFF (Bridged)
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gfevrier wrote:
The Verizon repairman repaired problem with our new ADT alarm interfering with our DSL internet connection. However, connection is very slow (like dial-up). He said we need to replace our Actiontec DSL Wireless Router Modem because it is "dropping packets". What is the direct phone number at Verizon to call to get info on how to return the modem and get a new one? We own the modem (bought it 2 years ago from Verizon).
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