ScreenBeam ECB7250 Bonded MoCA 2.5 Network Adapter

Product Overview

The ScreenBeam ECB7250 is a bonded MoCA 2.5 network adapter that delivers Ethernet connectivity over existing coaxial cable wiring at speeds up to 2.5 Gbps. Using the MoCA 2.5 standard, it connects to a router or networked device via a 2.5G-compatible RJ-45 port and extends the network through the building's existing coax infrastructure—no new cable runs required. A single coaxial port and one RJ-45 Ethernet port are all that are needed, and no additional hardware, drivers, or software is required for basic operation. The ECB7250 is well-suited for extending high-speed network connectivity to AV equipment, display endpoints, or networked devices in locations where coax is already installed but structured Ethernet cabling is not.

Product Description

In commercial buildings, educational facilities, and hospitality environments where coaxial cabling is already installed—typically from existing cable TV or satellite distribution infrastructure—running new Ethernet drops to every display endpoint or meeting room can be cost-prohibitive. The ECB7250 provides an alternative: use the existing coax wiring as a high-speed Ethernet backbone without any construction or cable pulling.

The ECB7250 uses bonded MoCA 2.5 technology to aggregate two MoCA channels, achieving throughput up to 2.5 Gbps over the coax run. This provides sufficient bandwidth for 4K video streaming, AV-over-IP distribution, or high-speed data connectivity for workstations and networked devices. The adapter requires a 2.5G-compatible RJ-45 port on the connected router or switch; it will negotiate down to 1 GbE speeds in standard Gigabit Ethernet environments.

A minimum of two ECB7250 units are required—one at the router and one at the remote endpoint—or one ECB7250 paired with another MoCA 2.5-compatible adapter. The adapter operates as a transparent Ethernet bridge: once the coax and RJ-45 connections are made and the unit is powered, it presents as a standard wired Ethernet connection to the attached device. No software configuration is needed for point-to-point operation.

Key Features

• Bonded MoCA 2.5 Technology — Bonds two MoCA channels over existing coaxial cable to deliver throughput up to 2.5 Gbps, eliminating the need for new Ethernet cabling.
• 2.5G RJ-45 Ethernet Port — Single RJ-45 port connects to 2.5G-capable routers or switches; backward compatible with standard Gigabit Ethernet devices at reduced speeds.
• Plug-and-Play Operation — No drivers, software, or configuration required. Operates as a transparent Ethernet bridge with no setup beyond physical connections.
• Uses Existing Coax Infrastructure — Leverages installed coaxial wiring (cable TV, satellite, MDU distribution) for high-speed network delivery without new cable runs or conduit work.
• Suitable for 4K Streaming and AV-over-IP — 2.5 Gbps throughput provides adequate bandwidth for 4K video streaming and networked AV applications at digital signage or display endpoints.
• Wide AC Input Range — Accepts 100–240 VAC at 50/60 Hz for international compatibility, with a 5 VDC, 2 A DC input option.

Technical Specifications

MoCA Network Specifications

Actual throughput varies with the condition, length, and noise level of the coaxial wiring in the building. MoCA 2.5 co-exists with cable TV and satellite services on the same coax run because it operates in a higher frequency band than standard TV channels.

Model and SKU Comparison

This listing is ScreenBeam part number ECB7250S02, which ships as a single add-on adapter. It is not a 2-pack. ScreenBeam sells the two-adapter starter kit under a separate part number, ECB7250K02. Because MoCA is a point-to-point bridging technology, you need at least two MoCA nodes on the coax — so buy two ECB7250S02 units, or one ECB7250S02 if you already have a MoCA-enabled router, gateway, or another MoCA adapter in place.

The practical difference between the ECB7250 and the ECB6250 is the Ethernet port, not the coax side: both run MoCA 2.5 on the cable, but only the ECB7250 gives you a 2.5 GbE RJ-45 port, so only the ECB7250 can hand off more than 1 Gbps to the attached switch, router, or endpoint. If your switch port is Gigabit only, the ECB6250 will not bottleneck you — but the ECB7250 leaves headroom for a future multi-gig upgrade. The ECB6200 is the older MoCA 2.0 generation and is rated to 1.0 Gbps on coax. All three families are expandable to up to 16 MoCA nodes.

What's in the Box

• 1× ScreenBeam ECB7250 MoCA network adapter
• 1× Ethernet cable
• 1× Power adapter
• 1× Coaxial cable

Coaxial splitters are not included with the single-adapter ECB7250S02 — they ship with the two-pack ECB7250K02 starter kit. A MoCA point-of-entry (PoE) filter is not included with either configuration and must be sourced separately if your deployment needs one. See the deployment notes below.

Deployment and Compatibility Notes

• Two nodes minimum. ScreenBeam states that an existing MoCA-ready network or a second ECB7250 adapter is required. One adapter on its own cannot create a link.
• MoCA-rated splitters. If other devices already use the same coax outlet — a set-top box, a TV, or a cable modem — a MoCA splitter is required so the MoCA signal passes through. If two existing devices share the coax connection, ScreenBeam specifies a 3-way MoCA splitter (not included).
• PoE filter for cable subscribers. If the building takes cable internet or cable TV service, ScreenBeam recommends installing a MoCA point-of-entry filter at the service entry point so the MoCA signal does not leak onto the provider's network.
• DOCSIS 3.1 modems. ScreenBeam notes that certain DOCSIS 3.1 cable modems and modem/routers can be interfered with by the MoCA 2.5 signal. In that case a MoCA PoE filter (not included) should be installed between the cable modem and the MoCA splitter.
• Works over installed cable TV and satellite wiring. No new Ethernet runs, conduit work, or re-cabling are required — the adapter uses the coax that is already in the wall.
• Speed negotiation. The RJ-45 port is 10/100/2500 Base-T. Plugged into a Gigabit-only switch port it negotiates down to 1 GbE; a 2.5 GbE port is required to pass more than 1 Gbps.
• Setup sequence. Connect coax to the adapter's Coax In port, apply power, wait for the Power and Coax LEDs to turn green, then connect the Ethernet cable to your networking device. No drivers or software are needed.
• Vendor-agnostic on the network side. The adapter presents as a transparent Ethernet bridge, so it works with any router, managed switch, access point, AV-over-IP encoder/decoder, or signage player that has an RJ-45 port.

Why MoCA Instead of Powerline or Wi-Fi Mesh?

Powerline adapters share the building's electrical wiring with every motor, LED driver, and switching power supply on the circuit, and performance drops sharply across different breaker phases. Wi-Fi mesh backhaul competes for the same airtime as the client devices it is serving, so every hop costs throughput and adds jitter. MoCA runs on shielded coaxial cable that was engineered for RF distribution, which is why the MoCA 2.5 specification is able to publish a 2.5 Gbps MAC throughput figure and a one-way average latency of less than 2.5 ms.

For commercial AV work that is the deciding factor. A dedicated, low-jitter wired path matters more than peak headline speed when you are carrying AV-over-IP streams, digital signage playback, or IP camera traffic — and it is why MoCA is frequently used as mesh backhaul rather than as a competitor to it. Where coax already reaches the endpoint, MoCA is usually the cheapest route to a wired-quality link.

Documentation and Resources

• ScreenBeam ECB7250 official product page and specifications
• ECB7250 User Manual (PDF)
• ECB7250 Single Adapter Quick Start Guide (PDF)
• ECB7250 Starter Kit Quick Start Guide (PDF)
• ECB7250 Wall Mounting Template (PDF)
• MoCA Alliance — MoCA Home 2.5 standard overview

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the ECB7250 sold as a single adapter or a 2-pack?
This listing, ScreenBeam part number ECB7250S02, is a single add-on adapter. ScreenBeam's two-adapter starter kit is a different part number, ECB7250K02, and additionally includes two coax splitters. If you are building a new MoCA link from scratch and do not already have a MoCA-enabled router or gateway, order two ECB7250S02 units.

Do I need two ECB7250 adapters to use it?
You need two MoCA nodes on the coax. That can be two ECB7250 units, or one ECB7250 plus an existing MoCA-enabled router, cable gateway, or other MoCA 2.5-compatible adapter. ScreenBeam is explicit that an existing MoCA-ready network or a second ECB7250 is required.

What is the difference between MoCA 2.5 and MoCA 2.0?
MoCA 2.5 is rated for 2.5 Gbps MAC throughput on the coax; ScreenBeam's MoCA 2.0 adapter, the ECB6200, is rated up to 1.0 Gbps. The ECB7250 is backward compatible with MoCA 2.0, 1.1, and 1.0 devices, but a mixed link will run at the speed the older node supports. Both generations scale to up to 16 MoCA nodes.

Do I need a special coax splitter?
Only if the coax outlet is shared. If another device such as a set-top box or TV is already on that coax connection, a MoCA-rated splitter is required so the MoCA signal passes through. With two existing devices on the run, ScreenBeam specifies a 3-way MoCA splitter. Splitters are not included with the single-adapter ECB7250S02.

Do I need a MoCA PoE filter?
If the building has cable internet or cable TV service, ScreenBeam recommends a MoCA point-of-entry filter at the service entry point to keep the MoCA signal from leaking onto the provider's network. Separately, some DOCSIS 3.1 cable modems can be interfered with by MoCA 2.5, and ScreenBeam's fix is a MoCA PoE filter between the cable modem and the MoCA splitter. Filters are not included.

Will it work with the coax already installed for cable TV?
Yes — that is the point of MoCA. The adapter uses the building's existing coaxial wiring, including runs originally installed for cable TV, satellite, or MDU video distribution, and it co-exists with TV service on the same cable because it operates in a higher frequency band. No new cable pulls or conduit work are needed.

Is MoCA 2.5 low-latency enough for gaming or real-time AV?
The MoCA 2.5 specification publishes a one-way average latency of less than 2.5 ms, and the link runs on shielded coax rather than on shared Wi-Fi airtime or noisy mains wiring. For online gaming, AV-over-IP streams, video conferencing, and IP cameras that behaves like a wired connection rather than a wireless one.

Should I buy the ECB7250 or the ECB6250?
Both run MoCA 2.5 on the coax. The ECB7250 has a 2.5 GbE (10/100/2500 Base-T) RJ-45 port; the ECB6250 has a 1 GbE port. If the attached switch, router, or endpoint has a multi-gig port and you want more than 1 Gbps of usable throughput, choose the ECB7250. If everything on that side of the link is Gigabit, the ECB6250 will not hold you back — but the ECB7250 protects the investment when you upgrade.

Does the ECB7250 need any software or configuration?
No. It operates as a transparent Ethernet bridge and requires no drivers, software, or configuration for point-to-point operation. Connect coax, apply power, wait for the Power and Coax LEDs to go green, then connect Ethernet. MoCA Protected Setup (MPS) is available for simplified installation.

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