Ping

Ping and endpoint test

Test a target through HTTP(S), ICMP ping, or a host-and-port connection according to the selected mode.

How to use Ping and endpoint test

1. Choose HTTP(S), Ping (ICMP), or Host / Port.
2. Enter the target required by that mode.
3. Enter a port when Host / Port is selected.
4. Run the test and review reachability and timing information.

Key features of Ping and endpoint test

1. Three test modes
2. URL mode
3. ICMP mode
4. Host and port mode
5. Point-in-time connectivity result
6. No change to the target

Ping versus DNS lookup

DNS Lookup inspects name records. This tool checks reachability using the selected protocol, so a DNS answer does not by itself guarantee a successful connection.

Frequently asked questions about Ping and endpoint test

What is HTTP(S) mode for?

It tests the supplied web URL.

What does ICMP mode test?

It attempts an ICMP ping to the entered target.

When do I use Host / Port?

Use it to test whether a specific host and port can be reached.

Does a failed ping prove the server is offline?

No. Firewalls can block ICMP or a specific port.

Are timings constant?

No, network conditions vary.

Does the test change the server?

No.