Specifications

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Ping

Administration | Ping

This screen lets you use the ICMP ping (Packet Internet Groper) utility to test network connectivity.

Specifically, the VPN Concentrator sends an ICMP Echo Request message to a designated host. If the

host is reachable, it returns an Echo Reply message, and the Manager displays a Success screen. If the

host is not reachable, the Manager displays an Error screen.

You can also Ping hosts from the Administration | Sessions screen.

Figure 5-1 Administration | Ping Screen

Address/Hostname to Ping

Enter the IP address or host name of the system you want to test. (If you configured a DNS server, you

can enter a host name; otherwise, enter an IP address.) The maximum length is 64 characters.

Ping / Cancel

To send the ping message, click Ping. The Manager pauses during the test, which may take a few

moments; please wait for the operation to finish. The Manager then displays either a Success or Error

screen.

To cancel your entry on this screen, click Cancel. The Manager returns to the main Administration

screen.