Pinging question.

So I started a ping with another local IP address with -t most pings came back <1ms, some came with =1ms and I actually got a request timed out a couple of times. Is it normal if you do a ping -t to have once in a while a request that times out or since it's a local network should every ping go through? I'm asking because I have a program that runs through the network and it's getting errors like not enough free space or cannot read file z:\blah. I'm just not sure where the issue is. The issue is happening on multiple computers so it looks like it's an issue with the host computer or the network.

Look for errors on the network. If you are using a router with extra ports, determine if it s a switch or a hub. If a hub, collisions are a fact of life. Some packets will not make it. Many home routers have no method of checking for errors. You can check each PC as follows:

At each PC open a CMD window and enter netstat -es to view NIC statistics.

Most network problems are caused by cables and connectors. Dust and dirt can build up causing a poor physical connection. Check them all. Remove and reinsert the cables a couple of times. Look for stress around the connectors and the cable. These are often damaged by using poor techniques when inserting and removing the connector from its receptacle.