In this example, the collection represents a mixed network of wired and wireless components, all driven by a Linksys router. The path from the router to the internet passes through a DSL modem and, in addidtion, tests the local ISP's DNS server for throughness. After that, various Internet hosts are targeted so that the users can be sure that important remote sites such as email servers are operational.
In the case below, a server called "Bellevue Server" is not responding. It is marked in red and its IP address is given. The right-hand window is divided into three panes:
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grey with lightning | indicates non-vital, active ping target |
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grey with slash | indicates non-vital, inactive ping target |
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green with lightning | indicates vital, active ping target |
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green with slash | indicates vital, inactive ping target |
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grey with computer | indicates non-vital, active TCP port target |
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grey with computer and slash | indicates non-vital, inactive TCP port target |
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green with computer | indicates vital, active target TCP port target |
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green with computer and slash | indicates vital, active target TCP port target |
If you choose "Minimize to Icon" from the Options menu, the network status will appear in the taskbar as an icon of a colored globe.
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Indicates network is up |
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Indicates network is down |
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Indicates network status is transitioning |