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The Ping Test tests the network layer (IP Address) path between the managed
device and another device on an IP network that responds to IP packets.
During a Ping Test, the managed device sends ICMP (Internet Control Message
Protocol) echo request packets to another node with the specified IP Address
and waits for echo response packets to return. The node must be capable of
receiving and responding to ICMP packets. The Ping Test is useful because
they can tell you whether the HP 10Base-T hub you are managing is commu-
nicating properly with another device on the network.
The Ping Test Window in the Browser Interface displays the following
graphical objects:
Status Bar. Displays varying portions of the bar in green and red. The
amount of both green and red area is a proportional representation of how
many successful and failed tests have been reported in the current
session. If the bar is mostly red, you may want to check for connection
problems.
Destination IP/MAC Address. Indicates the network address (for the
Ping Test) or the MAC address (for the Link Test) of the device to which
you want to test a connection with the current device.
Ping Test
Attribute Description
Screen Name Ping Test
Menu Diagnostics
Function Tests the path between the managed device and another
device on an IP network that responds to packets.
Common Use Indicates whether the hub is communicating properly with
devices on the network or other networks.
Browser Interface Window Ping/Link Test
Browser Interface Tab Bar Diagnostics
Default Setting • Number of Repetitions: 10
• Timeout in Seconds: 2
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