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Support Live Image Version 3.0 User's Guide

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Testing network connectivity

  1. On the server, connect the network cable to either the network port that is having issues or to NIC1.
  2. Boot the system by using the Linux-Based Diagnostic Tools (Dell 12G-14G servers) option.
    The CentOS desktop is displayed.
  3. Double-click the gnome-terminal icon.
    The GNOME terminal window is displayed.
  4. Open the terminal emulator and perform the following:
    • Type ifconfig and then press Enter to display the network interface parameters, such as the IP address.
    • Type route and then press Enter to determine the default gateway.
    • Type ping ip_address —b and then press Enter to verify if you can ping the default gateway.

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