Pinging to Test LAN Connectivity

The security appliance and most TCP/IP terminal devices contain a ping utility that sends an ICMP echo-request packet to the designated device. The device responds with an echo reply. Troubleshooting a TCP/IP network is made very easy by using the ping utility in your PC or workstation.

This section includes the following topics:

 • Testing the LAN Path from Your PC to Your Security Appliance

 • Testing the LAN Path from Your PC to a Remote Device