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How to Fix: System Does Not Ping by Host Name

by Amar Singh January 4, 2018
Windows 10

This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to fix the issue of a system not being able to ping by host name.

If you are unable to ping a system by host name, but you can ping it by IP address, then there is an issue with the Domain Name System (DNS). DNS is a system that translates host names into IP addresses.

There are a few things that you can do to try to fix this issue:

  1. Check your DNS settings. Make sure that your DNS servers are configured correctly. You can do this by opening a command prompt and typing the following command:
ipconfig /all

This will display your current network configuration. Look for the DNS servers listed under the IPv4 or IPv6 section. Make sure that these DNS servers are valid and that you can ping them.

  1. Flush your DNS cache. Sometimes, the DNS cache can become corrupted. To flush the DNS cache, open a command prompt and type the following command:
ipconfig /flushdns
  1. Register your DNS record. If you are on a domain network, then you may need to register your DNS record with the Domain Name System (DNS) server. To do this, contact your domain administrator.
ipconfig /registerdns
  1. Disable your firewall. Sometimes, your firewall can block DNS queries. To disable your firewall, open the Windows Defender Security Center app and click on “Firewall & network protection.” Then, click on the “Turn on or off Windows Defender Firewall” link. Toggle the switch to “Off” for both public and private networks.
  2. Restart your router and modem. Sometimes, a simple restart can fix DNS issues.

If you have tried all of the above steps and you are still unable to ping the system by host name, then you may need to contact your network administrator for further assistance.

Here are some additional troubleshooting tips:

  • Make sure that the system that you are trying to ping is turned on and connected to the network.
  • Try pinging the system by host name from a different system on the network. If you can ping the system from another system, then the problem is with the original system.
  • If you are using a virtual private network (VPN), try disabling the VPN and pinging the system again.
  • Try using a different DNS server. You can find a list of public DNS servers here: [https://public-dns.info/]

If you are still unable to fix the issue, then you may need to contact the manufacturer of your network adapter or router for further assistance.