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8 IP tests

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8 IP tests

8.1 IP ping

In the IP ping test, the ARGUS checks whether it is possible to setup a connection to an

Internet Service Provider (ISP) via an xDSL connection (over a DSLAM): The ARGUS

sends a test packet to a predefined IP address (remote site) and then waits for a packet in

reply. Based on the received packet, it is possible to evaluate the IP network availability

and delay. It is also possible to determine the path's maximum data packet size.

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The following parameters are required for the IP ping:

Protocol independent parameters

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Select a profile for editing. The

selected profile will be marked blue

in the display. The default profile

will be marked in the display with a

. The ARGUS will use the

parameters in the default (preset)

profile to setup the xDSL

connection and for the IP ping test.

The ARGUS uses the marked

profile as the default profile and

returns to the Settings menu.

Settings

Profiles

Test parameters

IP ping

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