What type of 100Base-FX Fiber is Required for devices with fiber optic communications?

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Issue
What is the best type of 100Base-FX Fiber for 100Base-FX communications

Product Line
ION Devices, ECC card

Environment
Fiber Optic Communications

Cause
Some devices such as the ION7650 or ECC cards have a fiber-optic communication hardware ordering option

Resolution
These are the best specifications for the the fiber to be on the 100Base-FX port
* Multimode fiber
* Wavelength: 1300 nm
* Connector Type: SC or LC
* Cladding: 62.5/125 or 50/125 um
* Max Length: 2000 m full duplex, 400 m half duplex

Note: For 10Base-FL communications see What type of 10Base-FL Fiber is Required for devices with fiber optic communications?