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Running a ping test
The Ping Test is the most common test used to verify basic connectivity to a
networking device. Successful ping test results indicate that both physical and
logical path connections exist between the 6400-S and the test IP address.
Successful ping tests do not guarantee that all data message are allowed
between the 6400-S and the test IP address.
To run a ping test:
In the navigation bar, select System.
In the System menu, select Network Test Tools.
1. Enter an IP Address to Ping.
2. Press Ping.
Running a traceroute test
The Traceroute Test is used to track the progress of a packet through the
network. The test can be used to verify that data destined for a provider device
reaches the remote IP address via the desired path. Similarly, network paths
internal to a company can be traced over the subscriber network to verify the
local network topology.
To run a traceroute test:
1. In the navigation bar, select System.