Pinging question.

[btcomm]

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.

[ua549]

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.