How to Resolve Ping Issues on Windows Azure

To prevent Ping Flood attacks, Windows Azure does not allow external ICMP communication, so standard ping commands will not work. Within Microsoft data centers, VMs in different Virtual Networks can ping each other only if the operating system firewall allows ICMP.

However, if you want to test the stability and response time of an Azure server, it is recommended to use TCP-based tools instead of ICMP Ping, such as the tcping utility.

After downloading, place tcping.exe in the C:\Windows\System32 directory. Then, press WIN+R, type cmd to open the command prompt, and enter the tcping command. There are many explanations for related commands online; here is a simple example: tcping -t www.zouxiuping.com (continuous ping).

The tcping tool is not limited to Windows Azure ping services; it also applies to any server that blocks ping, such as Hengchuang Technology.

Standard ping command cannot reach the server.

Using the tcping command allows successful ping.

Download Link: tcping.zip